To address the agricultural skills gap and support the long-term future of farming, Agra ProVision and B2Gold Namibia on Tuesday awarded 20 bursaries.
This is the first agricultural bursary scheme by the two companies, aimed at empowering students with access to accredited, practical training through Agra’s Agricultural Academy.
Agra chief executive Arnold Klein praised the fact that companies outside the farming industry, like B2Gold, are now recognising its importance.
“What makes this initiative truly meaningful is that this understanding is shared beyond our industry. Partnerships like this ensure that we collectively invest in the sustainability of our country,” he said.
Klein highlighted that the training focuses on plant production and animal production, equipping students with industry-relevant skills to actively contribute to the country’s agricultural landscape.
B2Gold committed N$560 000 annually over the next four years towards the bursary scheme.
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