Dyson Kachiwanda, Technical Entrepreneurial, Vocational Training and Education Authority (Teveta) graduate in welding and fabrication, has ventured into entrepreneurship.
The 31-year-old, who comes from Khwakhwa Village, Traditional Authority Chauma in Dedza District, said after completing his secondary school education, he enrolled at Chingoni Community Technical College in Dedza to study welding and fabrication from 2013 to 2016.
He said: “Before setting up my business and venturing into self-employment, my hard work, expertise, and unwavering commitment to my profession earned me a well-deserved recognition at two separate companies where I managed to save money that helped me establish my own firm called Dyson Welding and Fabrication Workshop in 2017.”
His firm is not only a source of inspiration but also a catalyst for economic growth.
“Since 2017, we have trained more than 30 young men and women and equipped them with knowledge and skills in welding and fabrication, thereby empowering them to break free from limitations and strive for extraordinary achievements,” said Kachiwanda.
The Dedza-based entrepreneur told ProjectM that through his enterprise, he has employed seven people.
On top of this, he has been supplying welding and fabrication materials to St Louis High School since its establishment a few years ago.
His firm has had an impact on his life, saying he bought a plot to build a house and other facilities, among other things.
Said Kachiwanda: “As you grow and acquire new skills, you become more self-reliant and confident in your abilities because this empowers you to make informed decisions, overcome challenges, and create a fulfilling life on your terms.
“Therefore, I am encouraging young and up-and-coming entrepreneurs to take the first step towards a rewarding and impactful career by going through Tevet training programmes and be equipped with relevant skills to create sustainable livelihoods.”
However, Tobias Nicholas Mandota from Madziansatsi Village, T.A Kachindamoto in Dedza District, is one of the persons who did an internship at Dyson and Welding Fabrication Workshop.
Tobias says: “Apart from learning more practical skills, I have also learned how to run my welding and fabrication business.”
From this diverse experience, he added that he has opened his welding and fabrication workshop to boost innovation and creativity but also create job opportunities.
Meanwhile, Kachiwanda has revealed that he earns at least K500,000 after meeting expenses.
For more information, you may contact Dyson Kachiwanda on: +265 993 459 585.
