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.

This includes, among other things, the design of cultural attire and the hairdressing trade, which should include styles such as Afro.

The Deputy Minister, however, expressed excitement about the readiness of the National Skills Competition.

The competition will kick off on Tuesday at the Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre in Oshana Region.