Skills Way Agency Limited, a labor recruitment firm licensed by the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, has officially dispatched the final batch of participants in this year’s fully paid agricultural internship program to Denmark and Germany.
This initiative aims to foster skill development and provide international work experience, successfully guiding a total of 150 young individuals toward promising career paths this year.
Since its inception in 2018, Skills Way has connected hundreds of Ugandan youths to agricultural internship placements, significantly preparing participants with essential skills for today’s competitive job market. This program is implemented in partnership with the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) department of the British Council.
Dennis Naigide, Managing Director of Skills Way Agency, expressed pride in the program’s achievements, noting that most trainees placed in Germany and Denmark have already secured positions across various workstations.
“This program strictly offers opportunities in the agricultural value chain sector, and I’m extremely proud of its effectiveness in bridging the gap between education and employment,” Naigide said.
He added, “The success of our trainees is a testament to their hard work and commitment, as well as the robust hands-on training provided at the different stations. We are proud to see so many of them beginning their professional journeys in Denmark, where they will gain invaluable experience and earn a good income.”
As this final batch prepares to embark on their journey, Skills Way Agency is already gearing up for the next cohort. Applications for the upcoming session are now open at their head office on Mawanda Road, Theta House in Kampala.
“Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and seize this unique opportunity to gain international work experience and develop their skills in a global context. For more information, visit www.skillswayagency.co.ug or contact 0741110110.” Naigide said.
It is also important to note that Ugandan youth face significant challenges, including unemployment, underemployment, and undignified work, stemming from various demand- and supply-side factors, as well as ineffective employment policies and initiatives. Programs like this agricultural internship initiative aim to address these issues and empower the next generation of Ugandan professionals.
