Women are a growing source of talent in the construction industry!

Women are increasingly being recognised as a valuable source of talent in the industry. The number of women studying, building careers and running businesses in the built environment has increased in recent years and continues to do so.

The participation of women as skilled and talented employees, suppliers and leaders benefits not only women in their individual capacities but the entire industry. There is no doubt that bringing more people into the economy, developing the skills base, spreading the level of ownership more widely, assisting the development of smaller businesses and encouraging the promotion of management skills will contribute to the socio-economic development of the nation as a whole. 

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Khuthaza and a few of our contractors will be profiled on SABC 2's Talk SA on Tuesday 17 August at 11:30. The Talk SA crew visited the office and then met a few of the contractors at one of Kile Kwinana's sites. Tune in on the 17th for more... 

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As mentioned in July, Khuthaza will be offering a number of activities on an open registration basis.

We are pleased to offer the following activities in August:

2-6 August    Computer Literacy
7 August        Painting
16 August      Intro to Email and Internet
17 August      Basic Word
17 August      Business Systems (Construction)
23-27 Aug     Technical Training: Pothole Repairs
24 August      Intermediate Word
28 August      Pothole Repair Workshop
31 August      Advanced Word
 

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These days IT skills are essential to any business or career. We are pleased to offer these courses at extremely reasonable rates and encourage women in the industry to take advantage of the opportunity to boost their skills.

The Computer Training will take place at CECS, a non-profit IT training organisation in Joburg. Additional courses in Excel, PowerPoint etc will be offered in the coming months.

Unless noted otherwise, details are as follows:

Time: 08h30 for 09h00 - 16h00

Venue: CECS, 3rd Floor FNB Nelson Mandela Building
37 Harrison Street (corner Commissioner St)
Joburg

Registration: Space is limited, please book with Thabelo info@khuthaza.org.za or 011 275 0268 
Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of payment.  

2-6 Aug      Computer Literacy 
                  Fee: R400

16  Aug       Intro to Email and Internet (1/2 day)
                   Fee: R75 
                   Time: 13:00 - 16:30

17  Aug       Basic Word  
                   Fee: R150

24  Aug       Intermediate Word
                   Fee: R150  

31  Aug       Advanced Word
                   Fee: R150

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Business Systems (Construction)

Pascal Oloo is a Civil Engineer with significant experience in the industry and an incredible ability to share this knowledge and experience.

The Business Systems course will assist small construction companies to set up business systems that will enable them to operate more effectively, more efficiently and above all more profitably.

Date: Tuesday 17 August

Time: 8:30 for 9:00 – 16:00

Venue: To be confirmed (Joburg)

Target group: Women running their own construction companies (entry – intermediate level)

Fee: R200

Space is limited to 20 participants. Please register with Thabelo by Wednesday 11 August info@khuthaza.org.za or call 011 275 0268
 

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Government's infrastructure plans include signficant work in both new road construction and road maintenance. This should be an excellent opportunity for women to develop specialised careers and businesses. 

Mon 23-Fri 27 August Technical Training:
Pothole Repairs

This intense 5-day course will provide owners of construction companies with both theoretical and practical training.

Date: Monday 23- Friday 27 August

Time: 8 for 8:30 - 16:00

Training Provider & Venue: Tjeka Training Center,    1 Jacob Street, Chamdor, Krugersdorp

Fee: R1500

Target group: Women who own and operate their own construction companies, particularly those looking to specialise in road maintenance.

Please register with Thabelo by Monday 16 August info@khuthaza.org.za or call 011 275 0268. Registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment.  
 

28 August: Pothole Repair Workshop
Technical Workshop

This is an introductory workshop that will provide participants with basic, hands on training on fixing potholes. If you are considering specialising in road maintenance this workshop is for you.

Date: Saturday 28 August

Time: 8 for 8:30 - 15:00

Training Provider/Venue: Tjeka Training Center, 1 Jacob Street, Chamdor, Krugersdorp

Fee: R100

Target group: Students, emerging contractors or others looking to gain basic knowledge related to pothole repair

Please register with Thabelo by Wednesday 25 August info@khuthaza.org.za or call 011 275 0268
 

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