AMDIN/JICA/PALAMA TOT - October 2009
The fourth cohort in a 5 year programme of Training of Trainers (TOT) courses has been successfully completed. The initiative forms part of an agreement in terms of which JICA, AMDIN and PALAMA are committed to present the training for roleplayers from across the continent and inclusive of the langauge groups represented. The previous course in February 2009 was for French speaking participants while the latest one was presented in English.
The training took place in Pretoria from 12 to 23 October 2009 and was attended by a record number of 37 participants from 18 institutions in 11 countries. Particularly noteworthy was the large number of female participants who attended this course namely 15 and their active participation in the debates and discussions. The course was facilitated by Messrs Rodney Mwamba and Victor Mokoena who both have extensive experience in training and presenting the TOT course in particular.
An intensive syllabus consisting of 6 modules was covered during the two weeks and attendees were required to actively participate e.g. by individual and group assignments and constant interaction.
A cultural exposure experience was also shared when the group paid a visit to Soweto and its various heritage sights following the first week of the course. The about to be completed Soccer City where the World cup will kick off in 2010 was also briefly visited.
All participants were awarded certificates of attendance at an awards ceremony after the completion of the course.
