The Namibian Broadcasting Cooperation (nbc) Director General has highlighted the integral role of public broadcasters in raising awareness about national development.

This includes showcasing the upcoming third National Skills Competition.

Stanley Similo was one of the inspectors for the readiness of the skills competition, expected to commence on Tuesday.

The Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation noted with concern the absence of some regions from the National Skills Competition.

Natalia |Goagoses said this during the inspection of the participating trades in the competition.

The regions that are not represented are the Kunene, Hardap, and Kavango regions, among others.

The minister says provision needs to be made to ensure that no region is left behind in development.

She further suggested that the country's identity should be portrayed in the skills competition.

Competitors are in full preparation mode for the National Skills Competition scheduled to take place from the 25th to the 30th of this month at Ongwediva.

There is a hive of activities at the Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre as all fourteen trade participants prepare for the competition.

They are perfecting their skills and stations to make sure a win is guaranteed.

Emilia Lidker, a trainer in clothing production, says the fashion industry is diverse and creates employment for many.

The National Training Authority (NTA) will host the 3rd National Skills Competition in September.

NTA entered into an exciting Service Level Agreement with the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (nbc).

The agreement will see full coverage of the skills competition across all of nbc's platforms.

The event is in preparation for the Global WorldSkills competition, which is slated for next year in France.

Technical and vocational skills are the focal points, where the best in a variety of skill sets will compete.