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Today, 15 July 2025, members of the Aurelian Beneficial Trust (ABT) had the privilege of visiting Sol-Tech in Pretoria. As a charitable trust committed to advancing access to quality education, skills development, and vocational training, ABT continuously seeks to engage with forward-thinking institutions that are redefining technical education in South Africa. One of the highlights …

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On Thursday, 29 May 2025, a new chapter was opened at FORT COX AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY TRAINING INSTITUTE with the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of a fully equipped Engineering Workshop—a milestone made possible through the facilitation of Aurelian Beneficial Trust (ABT) and the invaluable support of Barloworld Equipment. In her keynote remarks, ABT Chairperson Ms. …

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On Friday, 11 April 2025, Aurelian Beneficial Trust (ABT) had the pleasure of accompanying our strategic partner, Number Two Piggeries (N2P), on a meaningful visit to Ikhala TVET College – Queen Nonesi Campus. This engagement forms part of our growing partnership, formalised through MOUs between ABT, N2P, and Ikhala TVET College, which aim to strengthen …

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🚀 Exciting News! 🎉 📅 12 March 2025 Today marks a significant milestone as Aurelian Beneficial Trust (ABT), Vuselela TVET College, and Harmony Gold Mining Company officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Harmony Gold’s Randfontein Office! 🤝✨ This strategic partnership is set to empower future leaders, bridging the gap between education and industry …

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Amid ongoing challenges and delays in finalising disbursements from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a transformative strategy aimed at overhauling South Africa’s higher education landscape. The new initiative emphasises a greater focus on Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) colleges, which are increasingly viewed as vital avenues for …

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🎓 Skills for the Future, Jobs for the Youth! 💡🔧 In the SONA2025 address, President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the crucial role of skills development and vocational training in shaping South Africa’s future. With a strong focus on TVET colleges, artisan training, and industry partnerships, the vision is clear: equipping young people with the right skills …

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A Legacy of Leadership in Mining! ⛏️✨ Ms. BUYELWA SONJICA , former Minister of Minerals and Energy and now Chairperson of Aurelian Beneficial Trust, reconnecting with Hon. Minister Gwede Mantashe at MiningIndaba2025. Her journey from policymaker to changemaker in education and skills development is a testament to the power of leadership and vision. From shaping …

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On Friday, 2 August 2024, Aurelian Beneficial Trust had the privilege of meeting with Ambassador Romana Konigsbrun at the Austrian Embassy in Pretoria. The fruitful discussion centered on fostering collaborations in vocational training and skills development. We explored innovative ways the Embassy can support our mission to enhance education in engineering, agriculture, ICT, and tourism …

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On Wednesday, 31 July, the Aurelian Beneficial Trust team visited the East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) Science and Technology Park (STP). The visit aimed to explore potential areas of collaboration that align with our commitment to advancing education, skills development, and innovation.

On Tuesday, 30 July, the Aurelian Beneficial Trust team visited Fort Cox Agriculture and Forestry to witness the impressive new workshop machinery procured through our partnership, with a special thanks to Barloworld Equipment for their generous donation. This visit marks the successful completion of the first phase of our project, dedicated to enhancing education and …

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