PE to host Careers Expo

The convention which has been dubbed “CAMEC Teen Expo”, which will run for four days will be held a week after schools open next term.

According to the organisers, the preparations for this inaugural event are now at advanced stage.
In an interview with Cool Lifestyle, CAMEC programme manager Kudzai Sakajero said all is going according to plan.

“We are pleased to announce that all is going according to plan. As our organisation whose main objective is to offer services designed to empower individuals, we have seen it vital to have such big event since a lot of teenagers are having challenges when choosing careers,” she said.

She said some stakeholders have confirmed both taking part and funding the event.
Sakajero said the nature of the event not only brings together diversity from the business and education but in the social sectors too.

“It is a great opportunity for schools to have exhaustive information exchange among all the participants. The expo will help schools with free access to information, creates platform for them to be good decision-makers in the business community for the development of the student career development programmes,” she said. The programme manager said the idea came was to encourage students to take their subjects seriously.

“We have provided a platform for business and industry to cultivate and build brand loyalty with future leaders and or employees from an early age through mentorship,” she highlighted. Sakajero said the event will see more than 150 schools taking part and different captains of industry have been invited to grace the occasion.

“Each school selects a total of 150 students from Form 3 up to Upper 6 who will attend the event.
“Companies and organisations from all sectors of the economy will be exhibiting and showcasing their business and products to students. As they do so, they will be educating students on how knowledge acquired from different subjects is applied in the production,” she said.

She said that by this practical demonstration, it creates clarity on the process and human resources and skills required in the production delivery of products and services.
“Educational exhibitors are an important part of this event. Not only locally based but we have regional and international educational career guidance and institutions that we invited and will be taking part. This reason also is to create a link between a student’s career aspiration and their acceptance in the chosen career path,” explained Sakajero.

She said it is also a chance for stakeholders to run promotions targeted at students.
“We chose Prince Edward School because it is the central school in Harare hence the space as we will have four halls with captains of industry showcasing,” she said.
Sakajero said an array of activities had been lined up.

“As you all know that all work and no play make Jack a dull boy. We have entertainment for teenagers, too. Students will present speech, drama and music not forgetting renowned local musicians whom we have invited. I can’t disclose now the names of the artistes who will be performing during lunch hour and breaks but a lot of fireworks are expected,” she said.

The event is co-hosted by Farayi Africa who established CAMEC. They are expected to host over 22 500 students from schools and colleges across the country.