Chairperson, building on the achievements in education since 1994, the ANC government aims to ensure the progressive realisation of universal schooling, improvement of quality education and elimination of disparities.
A development centre in Illovo, south of Durban, which trains people from vulnerable groups to address skills shortages and inspire job creation, has been selected to become a beacon for Africa in terms of training people with disabilities.
The centre was chosen to be the legacy project for the Disabled People's International 8th World Assembly. Currently, basic computer skills, sewing, beadwork, business skills and catering are some of the courses on offer. The centre provides training for 40 people at a time, and accommodation and meals are provided for the duration of the training. There is a need for the centre to offer courses that can help more people with disabilities to acquire skills, for instance, offering computer skills training for visually impaired people.