Services SETA Administrator Lehlogonolo Masoga will continue to serve in his capacity until January 2027 as Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has approved a five-month extension to his appointment.
The extension will commence from 19 August 2026 and will end on 19 January 2027, as revealed by the government notice published in the Government Gazette.
Masoga will retain all the powers and responsibilities that his office entails for the duration of his extended service.
5-Month Extension Approved
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has approved the continuation of Services SETA Administrator’s post for an additional five months.
Masoga’s new tenure will start from 19 August 2026 and will conclude on 19 January 2027.
According to the notice published in the Government Gazette, the Administrator will continue to perform his duties and exercise his powers as stipulated within Government Notice no. 6520.
Other sections of the original notice issued on 28 March 2025 regarding Masoga’s appointment will remain applicable.
Development Published in Government Gazette
The notice of continuation of Services SETA Administrator appeared in the Government Gazette no. 55214 on 18 August 2026, under Government Notice no. 7837.
It provides all the essential information, including the start and end dates of the new tenure.
Anyone wishing to confirm additional details should refer to the official notice, as opposed to relying on information from social media or third parties.
The Gazette can be accessed at the Government Printing Works website, which serves as the authorised portal for government publications.
Why it Matters
Services SETA is a critical element of South Africa’s skills-development framework, engaging with stakeholders in the education, training, and employment sectors in the services field.
As such, the reappointment of its Administrator is of great interest to organisations and individuals who deal with the SETA in terms of bursaries, learnerships, internships, and other skills-development offerings.
However, it is important to note that the latest development is not directly related to any new opportunities, as many might erroneously assume upon reading the news.
Instead, it concerns the procedural continuation of the current Administrator’s post, which has implications for the management and direction of the SETA.
Students and job seekers should be wary of misleading information and ensure they obtain accurate details about any opportunities from official sources.
What Students and Job Seekers Should Know
Those interested in the Services SETA opportunities should continue to monitor the organisation’s website and other official channels for information pertaining to bursaries, learnerships, internships, and employment prospects.
When applying, it is essential to evaluate the eligibility criteria, fields of study or experience covered, supporting documentation needed, application procedures, closing dates, and the relevant entity to which the application should be addressed.
The administrator’s extension alone will not override any of these requirements or confirm any particular funding, learnership, or job opportunity.
Check the Notice for Further Details
The official notice on continuation of Services SETA Administrator appeared in the Gazette no. 55214 on 18 August 2026, under notice no. 7837.
Those wishing to review it can utilise the link below to the Government Printing Works portal:
Government Printing Works – Government Gazettes
In most cases, it is advisable to rely on the official documents, as opposed to third-party reports, when it comes to verifying official announcements, dates, and related details.
Source
The information contained within this report was derived from Government Gazette no. 55214 and Government Notice no. 7837 published on 18 August 2026.
Apart from the details related to the continuation of the SETA Administrator’s post, no additional assumptions or opinions concerning other aspects of the organisation’s programmes have been included.
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As such, we make a distinction between facts and opinion, and refrain from providing unsubstantiated informationpertaining to salaries, programme requirements, application deadlines, funding details, and employment conditions, where these are subject to change.
When in doubt, readers are advised to consult the relevant official entity directly.
Disclaimer and Public Notice
This publication makes no claim, express or implied, concerning official jobs, bursaries, learnerships, or other training opportunities provided by the Services SETA.
As such, it is recommended that readers conduct due diligence when interacting with any entity offering such opportunities and utilise the official channels to verify any information prior to submitting a request for consideration.
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