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Sikhumbuzo Moyo in Lupanda Village, Lupane
CAREER guidance in schools is not just about choosing professions but instead is about helping learners make informed decisions about their lives, aligning their passions with career paths.
Speaking at a careers day organised by Lupanda Secondary School yesterday, Deputy Minister of Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, Dingumuzi Phuthi said effective career guidance helps learners explore various career options, understand the requirements and opportunities in different fields and develop the skills needed to pursue their careers.
He said in the Zimbabwean context, particularly for rural learners, career guidance is vital for several reasons.
“Many learners in the rural areas may not have access to the same resources and opportunities as their urban counterparts. Career guidance can help bridge this gap by providing learners with various career opportunities, including those that are relevant to their local content,” said Dep Minister Phuthi.
Dep Minister Phuthi said the Heritage Based curriculum emphasizes the importance of linking education to the community’s cultural and socio economic needs, adding that career guidance aligns perfectly well with this approach by helping learners explore career paths that are relevant to their local context and the country’s developmental needs.
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