As South Africans plan their career options after school, those who aim to follow a path in the safety and security sector hear from the Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA), which advocates that TVET colleges offer an alternative to a university course for those seeking further education. TVET Month promotes vocational … Read more
South Africans building their CVs but unable to afford the cost of training courses can access a variety of free online courses via providers including Coursera, Simplilearn SkillUp, MTN Skills Academy and Alison. Courses focus on skills from technology and artificial intelligence to digital marketing, business and personal development. Unemployed job seekers, students and those … Read more
The appointment of Lehlogonolo Masoga as Administrator of the Services Sector Education and Training Authority has been extended by five months, and he will retain the position until 19 January 2027. Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has approved the extension, which will take effect on 19 August 2026. The decision facilitates continuity in … Read more
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
More than 40 000 students in 76 higher education institutions were improperly funded through NSFAS with an estimated value of R5.1 billion, according to a Public Protector investigation. This has resulted in questions being raised about the administration, governance and financial management of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme. The Public Protector, Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka, … Read more
The Gauteng Department of Education has made contingency provisions for matriculants in the wake of water restrictions in the communities of Westbury and Coronationville. The contingency plans see learners writing their examinations at other schools, in an effort to keep the examination programme running while the local water supply issues are resolved. The following are … 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
Young South Africans with an interest in technical skills and engineering may consider applying for a 3-year Millwright Apprenticeship at Epol in Rustenburg, with a closing date on 31 August 2026. The Millwright training is targeted at developing technical expertise in a specified growth field, with apprentices receiving technical instruction to support their career progression … Read more
Metropolitan Life has opened applications for a 12-month learnership programme in Soweto and the West Rand, offering unemployed youth the opportunity to gain experience in the financial services and insurance industry. The learnership, which is set to commence in October 2026, is aimed at those interested in exploring a career in customer service, sales, administration … Read more
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has announced an Employee Health and Wellness Intern vacancy under the TUT ETDP-SETA Internship Programme. The internship is targeted at unemployed graduates with relevant qualifications and experience. The vacancy is available for a period of 24 months, with placement at Pretoria Campus in suitable cases. The application deadline is 21 … Read more