Maseko NellyAbout 2,000 learners in the Western Cape have been given access to career guidance, study information and skills-development opportunities through the 2026 Mandela Day Career Development Festival. The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) launched the first day of the festival at Umyezo Wama Apile High School in Grabouw, bringing together learners, educators, universities, … Read more
The Eastern Cape Department of Education has confirmed plans to close 123 schools during the coming financial year, citing declining learner enrolment and the resulting impact on the allocation of teachers and other education resources. A further 300 schools have been earmarked for closure in the years ahead, as the provincial department continues with a … Read more
The Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) has committed to paying outstanding bursary allowances owed to 104 students, while another 108 beneficiaries will undergo an expedited documentation and verification process. The payment and verification commitments follow an intervention by Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training Yusuf Cassim, after students and apprentices complained about delays … Read more
The Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) has partnered with the V&A Waterfront on a major work-integrated learning initiative linked to the precinct’s long-term development plans in Cape Town. The partnership is intended to connect infrastructure development with skills training and practical workplace experience, giving learners an opportunity to spend a significant portion of their … Read more
Discovery is offering a Long Term Insurance Learnership specifically for young people living with disabilities who want to gain workplace experience and build a career in the financial services industry. The programme leads to a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance qualification at NQF Level 4 and combines structured learning with practical workplace experience. Applicants … Read more
Services SETA plays an important role in South Africa’s skills development system by supporting learning programmes, workplace training and funding across the services sector. Its programmes can create pathways for unemployed and employed South Africans, while employers and accredited Skills Development Providers can access funding to implement approved training initiatives. For people looking ahead to … Read more
A R6,200 monthly stipend can help make workplace training more accessible for unemployed South African youth. The Daily Skills Careers 2026 Learnership is advertised for applicants who are 18 years or older and have completed Grade 11 or a higher qualification. According to the advertised information, the programme combines structured learning with practical workplace experience … Read more
The City of Cape Town is inviting applications for its Firefighter Trainee Programme 2026, offering unemployed and aspiring emergency services professionals an opportunity to receive professional firefighter training while earning a monthly stipend of R8,200. The programme is designed to prepare future firefighters through intensive practical and theoretical training. Successful applicants will work alongside experienced … Read more
SETA Free Skills Development Training 2026: Build Valuable Skills at No Cost South Africa’s Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) continue to play an important role in helping unemployed youth and working adults gain practical workplace skills through free training programmes. The SETA Free Skills Development Training 2026 initiative supports thousands of South Africans by … Read more
Learn about MICT SETA Work Integrated Learning 2026, including vendor-specific programmes, eligibility requirements, benefits, workplace experience, career opportunities and how to apply for ICT industry training. MICT SETA Work Integrated Learning 2026: A Complete Guide to Vendor-Specific Training Programmes South Africa’s digital economy continues to create demand for skilled professionals who can work confidently with … Read more