Rwanda's young aspirants receive professional training from the Hunsrücker company
In the heart of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, the company Reko is making waves by providing company apartments for young Rwandan apprentices. This initiative is part of the "Spa(n)nende Perspektiven" project, an endeavour that connects German companies with Rwandan youths seeking vocational training opportunities.
Denys Ntegerejumukiza, a Rwandan apprentice, began his journey at Reko after completing his civil engineering studies in his home country. Initially, Denys felt apprehensive about the foreign environment, but he soon found the company and its people to be welcoming.
Reko's participation in the "Spa(n)nende Perspektiven" project has proven to be a solution to the company's challenge in finding suitable apprentices. The competition among companies in Dörth and demographic changes have made the selection process more challenging. However, Reko's rigorous selection process, which requires applicants to prove their German language skills and technical knowledge, ensures that only the most qualified candidates are chosen.
The "Spa(n)nende Perspektiven" project has yielded positive results. So far, only one Rwandan apprentice has completed his apprenticeship, with Denys Ntegerejumukiza being the first. Despite finishing with a reduction in school grades, Denys' dedication and eagerness to learn have shone through.
Reko offers additional support to its Rwandan apprentices, providing employer loans for them to obtain a German driving license. This initiative not only makes daily commuting easier but also equips them with a valuable skill for future employment.
Personnel officer Carina Landau plays a crucial role in supporting the Rwandan apprentices, accompanying them to offices and banks initially. Landau believes that the company has predominantly positive experiences with the project.
Denys, like many of his fellow Rwandan apprentices, is eager to learn and already thinking about further training during his apprenticeship. He hopes to return to Rwanda one day and start his own business, utilising the skills and knowledge he has gained in Germany.
As the training start for 2025 approaches, many companies in Rhineland-Palatinate, including Reko, still have unfilled apprentice positions. The "Spa(n)nende Perspektiven" project continues to offer a unique opportunity for German companies to contribute to the development of Rwandan industry while also fostering cross-cultural exchange.
While specific details about the project's structure, partners, and outcomes can be found in official sources or the organisation managing the project, it is clear that initiatives like the "Spa(n)nende Perspektiven" project are paving the way for international cooperation in vocational training.
- Reko, a company in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, is active in the manufacturing industry, providing home-and-garden products, and is contributing to the development of the Rwandan apprenticeship industry through the "Spa(n)nende Perspektiven" project.
- Denys Ntegerejumukiza, a Rwandan apprentice at Reko, is taking advantage of the financial aid offered by the company to upgrade his skills, including obtaining a German driving license and further training opportunities during his apprenticeship.
- The "Spa(n)nende Perspektiven" project is a collaborative initiative aiming to facilitate the connection between German companies and youth seeking vocational training in various industries, including sustainable living, technology, education and self-development, and career development.
- Reko's initiative has helped address challenges in the local business environment, such as the competition among companies for suitable apprentices due to demographic changes, by recruiting talented candidates from Rwanda with proven German language skills and technical knowledge.
- Denys Ntegerejumukiza, despite experiencing initial apprehension about the foreign environment, has demonstrated strong commitment and a willingness to learn during his apprenticeship at Reko.
- Carina Landau, the personnel officer at Reko, has played a vital role in supporting Denys and the other Rwandan apprentices by providing assistance with administrative tasks, such as appointments at offices and banks.
- With the upcoming training start for 2025, Reko and other companies in Rhineland-Palatinate still have unfilled apprentice positions, offering a chance for those interested in personal growth, skills training, and career development in a diverse, global work environment.
