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Services SETA, in partnership with SAPCO, has launched a bursary activation campaign at Esayidi TVET College in uMzimkhulu, KwaZulu-Natal, providing students with an opportunity to ask questions about bursary funding and skills-development opportunities. The visit was part of Services SETA’s bursary activation campaign in KwaZulu-Natal and served to introduce students to the organisation and its … Read more

Over 300 students at Northern Cape Urban TVET College in Kimberley have received information on bursaries, skills development and the role of Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) in supporting their studies and career development. The information session, which was hosted by the Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) in partnership with SAPCO, … 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

SETA Skills Programmes are short, occupation-based training programmes designed to help people develop practical workplace skills in a specific industry. Unlike full learnerships, which usually take 12 months or longer, skills programmes focus on particular competencies and can often be completed in a shorter period. These programmes are developed from one or more National Qualifications … Read more

A skills development initiative led by the Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) is delivering encouraging results for young South Africans, with the majority of participants successfully transitioning into employment or entrepreneurship after completing their training. The New Venture Creation Programme, designed to equip unemployed youth with entrepreneurial and business management skills, has … Read more

Bellville Graduation Ceremony Highlights Growing Impact of Skills Development Partnerships in South Africa Published: 30 May 2026Author: Lerato ChabalalaReviewed By: Education and Workforce Development Editorial TeamLocation: Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa South Africa’s skills development sector is set to celebrate another major milestone as the Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA), in partnership … Read more

Introduction For many South Africans exploring learnership opportunities, one of the first questions is whether these programmes offer any income. With rising living costs and limited job opportunities, understanding the financial aspect of a learnership is essential before applying. SETA learnerships are designed not only to provide skills and workplace experience but also to support … Read more

Introduction Many South African job seekers notice the same pattern every year—SETA learnership opportunities open, close quickly, and then disappear until the next cycle. This often leads to frustration, especially for applicants who miss deadlines. The reality is that SETA learnerships are not random job postings. They follow structured planning, funding, and compliance cycles that … Read more

Introduction For many young South Africans, not having a Matric certificate can feel like a major barrier when applying for jobs or further education. However, the reality is more flexible—especially when it comes to SETA learnerships, which are designed to open doors for a wide range of applicants. Understanding whether Matric is required can help … Read more