In an effort to create sustainable careers in the hospitality industry for young South Africans in the Cape region, FEDHASA Cape (Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa) hosted its annual golf day at Devonvale Golf and Wine Estate last month.
Passionate about the industry and firmly believing that education is a fundamental driver of personal success which ultimately benefits the local economy.
“Offering financial assistance to future ambassadors of the hospitality industry is an opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of one of South Africa’s most thriving sectors,” says Rob Kucera Chairman of FEDHASA Cape. By 2017, it is estimated that the hospitality industry will generate roughly R161bn per year of South Africa’s GDP. It is with this understanding that FEDHASA Cape has identified investing in education as the biggest return on investment for the industry.
According to Noli Mini FEDHASA Cape Youth Chair:
“The Youth Bursary is our pledge to new members joining our ranks that this industry rewards a commitment to education and when coupled with experience, members are well on their way to success.”
116 golfers took part in this year’s golf day with support from local celebrities including Breyton Paulse and KFM’s Jeremy Harris. The event raised an amount of R 48 500 – a welcome boost to the organisations bursary fund.
The FEDHASA Cape Youth Bursary is open to students and trainees currently in the employ or studying at FEDHASA Cape member institutions and establishments.
Entrants should have successfully completed their second year of study and have entered or will be entering their third year of study.