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Tourism, introducing you to the innovative world of wineries
A fact about tourism is that it contributes immensely towards economic growth and has the ability to get industries of the world as well, student entrepreneurs to develop through its industry.
Day 1 of the Department of Tourism’s visit to the western Cape-led us into the world of winemakers, the wine industry and wine service trainers. The first day was marked with a visit to the Simomsig wine Estate in Stellenbosch.
The deputy minister of Tourism Amos Fish Mahlalela graced the finest restaurant in Stallenbosch, Simonsig, and Lanzerac, where he shed light on how the wine industry has contributed towards the development of the youth development and with a lot of wineries establishing themselves in light of tourists attractions.
One of the programmes which recruit young people in tourism, looking for them to enter the industry of winemakers as entrepreneurs.
Simonsig wine Estate, Stellenbosch
The wine service training programme takes in grade eight, nine, ten and university students and introduces them to the worlds finest restaurants which are center of tourist’s attractions within South Africa. These programmes include 60% of of training and 40% of theory.
Lanzerec Hotel and Spa, wine barrels
This initiative was put in place to encourage the youth to take on this innovative industry, it recruits youth across the country, providing them the opportunity to break into tourism.
Lanzerec Hotel and Spa, Stellenbosch
The minister shared that he is looking to have innovations where all industries and various fields work together and contribute towards tourism. He highlighted the apex priorities which his department should take on and this includes:
- Ensuring that the department contributes towards economic growth at the same time ensuring inclusivity
- ensuring that young people are able to be absorbed by the system
- Assisting government with job creation
- Working towards doubling the number of Tourists visiting South Africa by 2030 which now sits on over 10 million
- Mobilising South African’s to contribute more towards tourism
Masande,SOMMELIERS beneficiary
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Nozipho Mashana, Empress South Africa contestant. A believer of working hard and using her craft to instil positive attitudes and carrying that through ones being.
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Who is Nozipho Mashaba?
Nozipho Mashaba (25) from the rich grounds of Venda to the city of Gold describes herself as a humble and caring soul. A woman with determination to be successful and a hard worker.
How do you use your craft as a tool to spread positivity?
If they say it’s impossible, it’s impossible for them not for you. No matter where you come from or what you have been through the future is yours too. Our dreams are valid and we all have the power to make them come true.
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What does it mean for you to be part of Empress South Africa?
Empress South Africa is a wonderful women empowerment platform, that doesn’t discriminate your size, race, background (whether you rich or poor), you height your weight and your looks.
This is something that I’ve dreamt about doing for the longest time and day by day, moment by moment I’m getting closer to realising my dream. I am overwhelmed with gratitude to have made it this far and being able to make my hometown proud.
What is that one thing you would like the world to know about you?
I love people and changing lives so much. Every time l meet someone l make an impact in their lives. I’m one person who is not scared of losing because that way l get to learn how l can make myself better. I take risks and l challenge myself to new things.
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What made you choose modelling?
I love the thrill and influence that comes with it, having to touch more lives either than those close to me through modelling is a fulfilling feeling.
Since it’s women’s month what message do have for women out there and those looking to follow in your footsteps ?
Always know that you are beautiful, important, unique, wonderful and talented. Your dreams are valid. Speak up and trust me someone will hear you. Believe in yourself, do what you want, take chances, get the right information and you can do more than you think. Dare to be ambitious and don’t let others define you cause you are enough. Lastly never settle.
This women’s month we celebrate Nozipho’s determination in using her craft to encourage young people to move beyond their limits.
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