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PROFILE : My journey to Professional Registration - Innocent Gininda

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Innocent Gininda shares his journey to becoming a registered Professional Engineer (PrEng), emphasizing the importance of mentorship, early preparation, and understanding ECSA requirements. He offers advice to aspiring PrEngs, highlighting the value of diverse feedback and a positive mindset. My journey to becoming a registered Professional Engineer (PrEng) culminated successfully in November 2024. I was fortunate to begin my career at a company with a Commitment and Undertaking (C&U) Agreement with ECSA and a robust mentorship program. This commitment to training engineers to the standard required for Professional Registration provided me with essential resources and a structured path to track my experience against ECSA requirements. Early exposure to these expectations instilled a positive outlook on registration and solidified my desire to achieve this milestone. My views on Professional Registration have remained consistently positive throughout this journey. Working alongside ...
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REVIEW : Africa’s Construction Sector needs to address the Green Skills Gap

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Sub-Saharan Africa needs to develop green skills in the construction sector to meet the demand for sustainable buildings driven by rapid population growth and urbanization.

The burgeoning youth population in Sub-Saharan Africa presents a significant opportunity to advance sustainable development. Equipping the construction sector with green skills is vital for establishing resilient infrastructure and can stimulate job creation, economic growth, and improved living standards.

Here are potential strategies to cultivate these essential skills:

  • Implement comprehensive vocational training programs with certifications in green building practices.
  • Ensure training is accessible, affordable, and emphasizes practical experience in sustainable construction techniques, renewable energy installation, and resource management.
  • Integrate green curricula into universities and trade schools, fostering collaboration with local and international experts to deliver standardized training. On-site training within projects can further enhance accessibility.
  • Promote green building standards and enforce building codes with green requirements to drive demand for sustainable practices. Utilize established certification systems (LEED, Green Star, EDGE) as seen in Ghana, South Africa, and Kenya.
  • Incentivize green construction through financial mechanisms, such as tax breaks and subsidies, while encouraging local material production and community engagement through outreach and training programs.
By implementing these strategies, Sub-Saharan Africa can cultivate a skilled workforce capable of constructing a sustainable and resilient future.

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