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A quest to elevate SA’s stainless steel sector
Sassda’s newly appointed Market Intelligence and Lobbying Specialist Tebogo Nkwe says her primary focus going forward will be to promote and expand the local stainless steel sector. Her role encompasses driving sectoral
growth while ensuring that Sassda’s members receive
exceptional care and substantial benefits from their association. Tebogo is already actively engaging with government institutions, thereby increasing awareness and encouraging the use of stainless steel for the betterment of the sector. In this profile, we explore Tebogo’s inspiring journey, her dedication to the stainless steel industry, and her vision for its future…
Please give a brief outline of where you grew up, went to school, and completed your tertiary education? I come from a village known as Pella, situated in the North West province. I was raised by both parents with my four siblings. I went to Grenville High School in Rustenburg and later completed my tertiary education - BTech Physical Metallurgy and Quality Management Systems - at the University of Johannesburg. I also hold an SAIW Welding Inspection and Fabrication Level 2 qualification.
How did the first years of your career/first job/s build on what you learnt at university/college but in a more practical setting? What were the key lessons you learned during this time? My first job was my experiential training at Hulamin in Pietermaritzburg. I worked in the Metallurgical and Mechanical Laboratory where we conducted various metallographic and mechanical tests and gave recommendations. Learning theoretical physical metallurgy can leave you a little crazy, it is only when you apply it
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