Huawei, in partnership with Department of Telecommunication and Postal Services (DTPS), has offered the Seeds for the Future programme since 2016.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Each year, the partnership invites 10 South African students to China for international training in Beijing and Shenzhen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The students receive training in technologies such as LTE, 5G, and cloud computing, and access Huawei\u2019s most advanced labs for practical experience. The training programme includes cultural experiences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
SPU student Rebaone
\u201cThis was a huge achievement for me, given where I come from \u2026 a small place called Taung. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMy experience in China was amazing, and I witnessed high levels of ICT usage in China, where almost everything is done and paid electronically.
\u201cYou find a QR code on everything and everywhere like in vending machines, bicycles, meter taxis, and at the restaurant tables. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIn Beijing, I attended cultural classes where I learned Mandarin, calligraphy and painting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDuring class, we only spoke Mandarin. We also sang in Mandarin and even performed a drama in Mandarin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIn Shenzhen, we learnt more ICT skills. On the last day, we wrote an exam based on theory and practical experiences. I successfully graduated thereafter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAs a software developer, it is my duty to solve problems on a daily basis and I have the responsibility to teach people about the benefits of well-developed software. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cICT is a combination of Information, knowledge, processes and technology to provide a foundation for driving efficiencies and fuelling innovation. It plays an important part in everyone\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI wish to express my thanks to DTPS and Huawei for the opportunity.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"