Itumeleng Ndlovu 
Data analytics is one of the fastest-growing career skills in the world — and Gauteng youth can now learn it for free. A new government-backed programme is offering unemployed young people practical data analysis training with a pathway toward Microsoft certification. The Gauteng Department of e-Government has launched a free Data Analysis Skills Training Programme…
For many young South Africans, the biggest barrier to getting a job is simple: no experience. The Foschini Group is changing that. Through its YES Youth Opportunity 2026 programme, thousands of young people can gain 12 months of real retail work experience in stores across all nine provinces. The Foschini Group is recruiting young South…
South Africa’s public sector is investing in its next generation of women leaders. The AGSA–FASSET Women Leading in the Public Sector Programme is recruiting 500 senior women professionals for a prestigious fully funded 12-month leadership development programme designed to strengthen ethical governance, strategic leadership, and collaboration across government. The Women Leading in the Public Sector…
Thousands of South Africans apply for the UIF ITR Learnership every year — and many are rejected before a recruiter even reads their application. The surprising reason? Simple paperwork and process mistakes. If you are applying for the 2026 intake, avoiding these five errors could determine whether your application is shortlisted or silently rejected. Many…
Not passing matric — or not getting the marks you needed — doesn’t close your future. South Africa offers several ways to rewrite or upgrade your matric in 2026, including a completely free government programme, structured private colleges, and flexible online learning options. South Africans who want to rewrite or upgrade their matric in 2026…
South Africa urgently needs more Early Childhood Development practitioners — and the training options have never been stronger. Whether you want to study online through UNISA, train hands-on at a TVET college, or learn in a private college environment, there is an accredited ECD qualification for 2026 that fits your goals. South Africa offers several…
Breaking into a professional consulting firm without experience is rare. But WSP is hiring an Administrative Intern in eMalahleni — and the only requirement is a National Diploma in Administration. No work history needed. Just the chance to start learning inside a global company working on real energy and infrastructure projects. WSP is recruiting an…
A university bursary that does more than pay your fees is rare. The Allan Gray Fellowship 2026 offers Grade 12 learners full university funding, personal mentors, leadership training, and access to entrepreneurship networks. Applications are open now — but they close 30 April 2026 at 17:00 SAST. The Allan Gray Fellowship Programme 2026 is accepting…
Thousands of South African students fall into a frustrating gap: their families earn too much for NSFAS but far too little to pay university fees. The ISFAP Bursary 2027 was created for exactly this group. It can cover tuition, accommodation, meals, and textbooks — and applications are open until 31 October 2026. The Ikusasa Student…
Many aspiring chefs believe they need matric or expensive culinary school to start a career. But Mopani TVET College just opened a different door. A 12-month Professional Cookery Learnership in Limpopo is now accepting applications — and Grade 8 is enough to qualify. The deadline is 17 March 2026. Mopani TVET College is accepting applications…