The Limkokwing University of Creative Technology is rapidly shaping the future of education and youth empowerment in Eswatini, positioning itself as a beacon of innovation, entrepreneurship, and skills development.
This was underscored by Prime Minister Russell Dlamini during the graduation ceremony, where he highlighted the university\u2019s pivotal role in advancing the nation\u2019s development goals.<\/p>\n
Addressing graduates and attendees, the premier emphasised that Limkokwing University stands as a key partner in realising His Majesty\u2019s vision for Eswatini\u2019s transformation.
He described the institution as \u201can established and well-known TVET model institution,\u201d committed to producing graduates who are not only academically proficient but also ready to meet industry demands through a unique blend of creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship.
With youth unemployment in Eswatini hovering around 58 per cent, the Prime Minister pointed out the critical importance of institutions like Limkokwing in equipping young people with the mindset and skills to transcend traditional employment pathways.<\/p>\n
\u201cLimkokwing graduates do not have to seek a job, they should create jobs,\u201d he asserted, urging the youth to become \u201cfearless innovators who see opportunity where others see obstacles.\u201d<\/p>\n
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The Prime Minister linked the university\u2019s mission directly to the country\u2019s overarching development frameworks, including the National Development Plan, the \u2018Nkwe\u2019 Programme of Action, and the Grand Plan for National Transformation.<\/p>\n
These strategic plans embody His Majesty\u2019s vision for Eswatini to become a first-world country. To achieve this, the government must invest heavily in education, healthcare, wealth creation, and employment opportunities to ensure the well-being of every citizen.
\u201cThis noble vision requires that as a government, we must adequately invest in the education of our citizens, provide affordable healthcare, create wealth and employment for all, and ensure the well-being of every liSwati,\u201d the Prime Minister explained, emphasising the collective responsibility of government, private sector, academia, and citizens in driving national transformation.
A distinctive feature of Limkokwing University\u2019s approach is its deliberate integration of entrepreneurial training across all its programmes. This ensures that graduates are not only creative thinkers but also equipped to transform their ideas into sustainable business ventures.<\/p>\n
The Prime Minister noted that this educational model \u201caligns perfectly with our national goal of building a Government-led, private-sector-driven economy that creates jobs and wealth for all.\u201d
Limkokwing\u2019s impact extends beyond entrepreneurship; it has played a transformative role in shifting public attitudes toward vocational and technical education.<\/p>\n
Once perceived as a secondary option, technical and creative education is now recognised as a strategic pathway to personal and national prosperity.<\/p>\n
The Prime Minister highlighted that by embracing these skills, \u201cour young people can now drive innovation and productivity across all sectors, making Eswatini more self-reliant and globally competitive.\u201d
The university\u2019s academic offerings also bolster emerging sectors such as Hospitality, Tourism, and the Arts, while fostering critical skills in Graphic Design, Creative Multimedia, and Digital Technologies.<\/p>\n
These areas are vital for business transformation and adaptation in a rapidly evolving global market. By employing young professionals as faculty members, Limkokwing fosters a culture of innovation, creativity, and relevance.<\/p>\n
This youthful and forward-thinking environment ensures that graduates are well-prepared for the demands of the 21st-century economy. ?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Limkokwing University of Creative Technology is rapidly shaping the future of education and youth empowerment in Eswatini,…","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5658,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"csco_display_header_overlay":false,"csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","csco_page_load_nextpost":"","csco_post_video_location":[],"csco_post_video_location_hash":"","csco_post_video_url":"","csco_post_video_bg_start_time":0,"csco_post_video_bg_end_time":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[47,61,24,25],"tags":[46,60,73,40,58],"class_list":["post-5652","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-africa","category-film-tv","category-future","category-national","tag-africa","tag-education","tag-eswatini","tag-festival","tag-national","cs-entry","cs-video-wrap"],"yoast_head":"\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n