The Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority (ETDP SETA) spent R780 000 on two learnership programmes in order to upskill employees providing operational service support to the university. Employees in grounds and gardens plus those working at food and catering services were among participants. The focus on operational support staff provides … Read more
Momentum Corporate is hiring young unemployed South Africans for a 12-month client service administrator learnership in Gauteng to commence on 1 February 2027. The vacancy is designed to give valuable work experience to young people who have completed Matric and wish to pursue an NQF Level 4 qualification in Long-term Insurance. The temporary vacancy has … Read more
For many South Africans, a qualification is not enough to get their foot into the door at an employer. What is often missing is practical workplace experience. This is one of the reasons the Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) funds learnerships and other workplace-based learning programmes. The organisation’s stated role is to … Read more
South Africa’s student debt figures have shot up to R59 Billion, with universities and colleges withholding hundreds of thousands of academic certificates due to student fees, reports show. The figures have caused concern with lawmakers, as affected students will find it difficult to apply for jobs, hindering their ability to deal with the outstanding amounts. … Read more
Around 450 high school learners from the Mkhambathini Area in KwaZulu-Natal participated in an education initiative at Esidadeni, in which reading, career guidance and personal development were prioritised. The initiative brought together Services SETA, the RedBookshelf Foundation, Durban University of Technology (DUT), Nedbank, Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT), Icebolethu Group Foundation and Berea Group of … Read more
South African students who wish to pursue a career in the teaching profession can benefit from the Crawford International Teacher Intern programme which offers practical experience during their studies. The internship, offered by ADvTECH education group allows student teachers to support experienced educators and gain practical skills in a school environment. The class-based element can … Read more
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has referred governance and leadership concerns at MICT SETA back to the National Skills Authority (NSA) for review, after developments concerning the organization’s leadership and senior managers. The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has stated that the NSA will be asked to conduct an urgent governance … Read more
Services SETA has reported on a number of institutional achievements, including reduced legacy liabilities, significant funding of TVET colleges, bursaries for 15,000 students and workplace opportunities for 20,000 graduates Taken together, the figures demonstrate an emphasis on connecting skills development with institutional, student and workplace needs TVET college funding One of the figures reported by … Read more
Tshwane South TVET College has opened an Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) opportunity for employed workers with experience in Fitting and Turning, Diesel Mechanics and Automotive Motor Mechanics. Opportunities close on 3 September 2026. The opportunity, which is presented in partnership with LGSETA, targets experienced workers who can provide evidence of at least three … Read more
National Youth Development Agency Executive Chairperson Sunshine Myende to participate in ICROP Ministerial Imbizo at Snxadini Sportfield, Swayimane on 28 August 2026 The community engagement will be held at Snxadini Sportfield in Ward 13, Swayimane at 11:00. This is a part of the Integrated Community Registration Outreach Programme which is aimed at bringing services closer … Read more