Port Elizabeth TVET College

🎭🎶 BEST WISHES TO OUR TALENTED PERFORMERS 🎶🎭

Port Elizabeth TVET College would like to wish our student choir and solo performer every success as they travel to the 2026 CoSACSA Arts & Culture Festival, taking place from 19–23 June 2026 at the Rustenburg Civic Centre.

Our students will proudly represent both the Eastern Cape and Port Elizabeth TVET College on a national stage, showcasing their talent, creativity, and passion for the arts.

Under the inspiring theme, "NO DNA, JUST RSA!", the festival celebrates the rich diversity, culture, and unity of our nation—where talent meets tradition, passion meets purpose, and every performance tells a uniquely South African story.

We are proud of our performers and look forward to seeing them shine alongside some of South Africa’s finest student talent.

Good luck, team! Make the Eastern Cape and Port Elizabeth TVET College proud. 🌟🇿🇦

The future of artisanship starts NOW

We are proud to introduce the South African National Artisan Awards (SANAA) 2026 — a bold movement to:

- Change artisanal identity and status
- Elevate skills excellence across the TVET sector
- Honour the hands that build South Africa

From campuses to communities, from workshops to the national stage — this is where talent, dedication, and craftsmanship are recognised and celebrated.

_13 trades. One nation. Limitless impact._

VENUE: Across all 50 Public TVET Colleges
DATE: Coming soon – Competitions, activations, and national recognition

JOIN THE MOVEMENT

Be part of the shift.
Be part of the pride.
Be part of the future.

Follow the journey:

EASTERN CAPE PROVINCIAL YOUTH DAY CELEBRATIONS 2026

The Eastern Cape Provincial Youth Day Celebrations took place today, 16 June 2026, at the eMaxesibeni Multi-Purpose Community Centre in Umzimvubu Local Municipality, Alfred Nzo District. The event commemorated the legacy of the youth of 16 June 1976, while celebrating a new generation of young leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and trailblazers who are shaping the future of the province.

As part of the celebrations, all eight Eastern Cape TVET colleges participated in an exhibition. They provided information to unemployed youth, school learners, and community members about the diverse educational and training opportunities available within the TVET sector. The exhibition also aimed to address misconceptions and challenge the stigma often associated with TVET colleges, highlighting their crucial role in skills development, job creation, and economic growth.

Mr. Oscar Mabuyane, the Premier of the Eastern Cape, delivered the keynote address, emphasising the importance of empowering young people through education, skills development, entrepreneurship, and active participation in the economy to build a prosperous future for the province.

Today was not just a commemoration; it was a celebration of youth resilience, excellence, and the limitless potential of a generation that continues to lead, innovate, and redefine the future of the Eastern Cape.

HAPPY YOUTH DAY – 16 JUNE 2026

To all staff and students, we wish you a meaningful and inspiring Youth Day.

Today, we celebrate the energy, creativity, innovation, and potential of young people who continue to shape the future of our country. Let us all remain committed to empowering the youth through education, skills development, technology, and opportunities that will build a sustainable and inclusive future for all.

Together, let us inspire growth, unity, leadership, and positive change in our communities and beyond.

CAREER EXHIBITION IN JEFFREYS BAY

The College was invited to participate in the Seventh-day Adventist Church Youth Cape Conference and Career Exhibition, held on Friday, 12 June 2026, at Mentorskraal in Jeffreys Bay.

The purpose of the event was to empower young people by exposing them to various career opportunities, engaging with them on their future aspirations, and introducing the range of programmes offered by the College.

Mr David Velapi, Russell Road Campus Manager, formed part of the panel discussion and delivered a presentation on the programmes available at the College. His presentation highlighted the phasing out of NATED programmes and the introduction of Occupational Programmes, providing valuable insight into current developments within the TVET sector.

The College extends its sincere appreciation to Mr Velapi for accompanying the Marketing Department and for his informative and well-received presentation, which contributed significantly to the success of the event.

TRASHION TAKES CENTRE STAGE

Creativity, innovation, and environmental responsibility took centre stage on 9 June 2026 as the Transport & Logistics Level 2 students at Dower Campus hosted an exciting Trashion Show.

The Trashion Show formed part of the practical assessment for Level 2 Entrepreneurship students and provided a platform for them to demonstrate their entrepreneurial skills, innovation, and creativity.

Through the theme of turning trash into fashion, students transformed discarded materials into impressive garments and accessories, demonstrating how waste can be repurposed into stylish and functional creations while promoting sustainability and environmental awareness. The students exceeded expectations with their resourceful designs, using materials such as plastic, cardboard, newspapers, shopping bags, bottles, and old curtains. They also created innovative bags from shoe bags and string, highlighting the potential of recycled materials and the importance of innovative solutions to environmental challenges.

Each group was allowed to present its creations on the runway and explain the design process. Students discussed the materials used, identified their target market, and shared the inspiration behind their designs. The presentations reflected not only their creativity but also their understanding of sustainability, recycling, and entrepreneurship.

The Trashion Show was a resounding success and served as a powerful demonstration of how innovation and environmental responsibility can work together to transform waste into fashion while fostering entrepreneurial skills among students.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS


We would like to wish the NATED Business Studies and NCV staff and students a well-deserved break. Happy Holidays!

Enjoy this time to rest, recharge, and take care of yourselves. May it be a peaceful and refreshing break.

We will see all NCV students on 7 July 2026 and NATED Business Studies students on 15 July 2026.