24/08/2026
π€π§πΌ FCTVE & GOO-MOREMI GORGE REVIEW THREE-YEAR PARTNERSHIP πποΈ
Francistown College of Technical and Vocational Education (FCTVE) and Goo-Moremi Gorge Management have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their partnership following a successful review of their three-year collaboration. π€β¨
The partnership, established through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in October 2023, has focused on:
π Human resource development & skills transfer
π Curriculum design
πΌ Entrepreneurship development
π’ Shared infrastructure
π¬ Research and related collaborative activities
π KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
One of the major successes has been the placement of 24 FCTVE students at Goo-Moremi Gorge for industrial attachment. Remarkably, all 24 students successfully completed their work-based learning β a 100% completion rate! ππ
The placements provided students with invaluable practical experience and strengthened their preparedness for careers in the Hospitality and Tourism sector. π©βπ³π¨π
The partnership has also contributed significantly to the professional development of Goo-Moremi Gorge employees. Nine employees have undertaken studies at FCTVE, with two already graduating and seven currently pursuing their studies in Hospitality, Tourism, and Sports & Recreation. ππ
Goo-Moremi Gorge particularly celebrated the achievement of two employees who graduated with Diplomas in Culinary Arts. π¨βπ³ππ₯
π LOOKING AHEAD
Building on these achievements, FCTVE and Goo-Moremi Gorge are exploring an expanded partnership covering six additional areas:
β‘ Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
ποΈ Built Environment & Maintenance
π Business & Accounting
β½ Sports, Recreation & Leisure
π» Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
π Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy
This expansion will provide Goo-Moremi Gorge with broader access to technical expertise while creating even more opportunities for FCTVE students to gain practical industry experience. πͺππ’
Speaking during the review meeting, FCTVE Principal, Mr Serwalo Morategi Lesolame, emphasised the strategic importance of strong partnerships between TVET institutions and industry. He highlighted the importance of industry partnerships and work-based learning in developing a skilled workforce that responds effectively to industry needs. π§πΌπ·ββοΈπ¨βπ§
He also expressed appreciation to Goo-Moremi Gorge for hosting FCTVE students and supporting their welfare throughout their industrial attachments. ππ
For his part, Goo-Moremi Gorge General Manager, Mr Sentsho, expressed appreciation for the quality of training provided by FCTVE and reaffirmed the organisationβs commitment to the partnership. π€β¨
π€ A PARTNERSHIP FOR SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
The two institutions have committed to engaging their principals to facilitate the renewal of the MoU before the end of October 2026 and to broaden its scope.
The FCTVEβGoo-Moremi Gorge partnership demonstrates how meaningful collaboration between education and industry can:
π― Develop relevant skills
πΌ Enhance employability
π’ Strengthen institutional capacity
π Provide valuable work-based learning opportunities
π§πΌ Contribute to Botswanaβs skilled human resource development
Together, we are building skills, creating opportunities and strengthening Botswanaβs workforce! π§πΌπͺπ
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