25 interns from WC govt initiative deployed to CTIA to assist with BMA operations
CAPE TOWN - Border Management Authority (BMA) operations at the Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) have received a boost with the deployment of 25 interns from a Western Cape government internship initiative. The First Work Experience- Premier's Advancement of Youth (PAY) is designed to provide matriculants with work experience and skills development.
The CTIA is one of South Africa's busiest ports of entry.
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