Itumeleng Ndlovu

Itumeleng Ndlovu is the Founder and Managing Editor of SETA Careers, an independent South African platform dedicated to publishing accurate information about learnerships, bursaries, internships, and skills development programmes. She specialises in researching and verifying updates from official government departments, SETAs, TVET colleges, and accredited institutions to ensure readers receive clear, reliable, and up-to-date guidance. She is committed to simplifying complex education and career information so South African students and job seekers can make informed decisions with confidence. Contact: info@setacareers.co.za

Laingsburg Municipality Financial Management Internships 2026 – Apply Before 5 January

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Financial management graduate intern working at a municipal office in South Africa

Laingsburg Municipality has opened applications for its Financial Management Internship Programme 2026, offering unemployed South African graduates a structured opportunity to gain practical experience in municipal finance. This internship is hosted within the Department of Financial and Compliance Services and is aimed at building future finance professionals for local government. The programme is ideal for…

Marula Platinum Mine Bursaries 2026 – Mining Careers and Guaranteed Industry Exposure

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Mining engineering student at a platinum mine in South Africa receiving bursary support

Marula Platinum Mine has opened its bursary programme for the 2026 academic year, offering South African students a fully funded opportunity to study mining-related and technical qualifications. This bursary is designed to support talented students while preparing them for long-term careers within the mining industry. Unlike many bursaries, the Marula Platinum Mine Bursary does more…

City of Tshwane 2026 Vehicle Mechanics Apprenticeship – 30 Paid Opportunities

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Vehicle mechanics apprentice receiving hands-on automotive training in South Africa

If you enjoy working with cars and want a practical career without university fees, the City of Tshwane has opened 30 Vehicle Mechanics Apprenticeship opportunities for 2026. This paid apprenticeship allows young South Africans to earn a monthly stipend while gaining hands-on automotive training through an accredited municipal programme. The apprenticeship is offered through the…

Life Healthcare HR Internship 2026 – Paid Graduate Opportunity in Johannesburg

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The Life Healthcare HR Internship 2026 is now open for applications from unemployed South African graduates

The Life Healthcare HR Internship 2026 is now open for applications from unemployed South African graduates who want practical, real-world experience in Human Resources. This 12-month paid internship is based at Life Healthcare’s head office in Dunkeld, Johannesburg, and offers graduates the opportunity to work closely with experienced HR professionals in a large healthcare organisation….

Department of Human Settlements Scholarship 2026 – Fully Funded Study Opportunity

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Department of Human Settlements Scholarship 2026 – Fully Funded Study Opportunity

The Department of Human Settlements Scholarship 2026 is now open for applications from South African students who want to study careers that help design, build, and manage sustainable communities. This fully funded scholarship is aimed at first-time undergraduate students with strong academic results who need financial support to pursue degrees in the built environment. If…

SAFRIPOL Community Bursaries 2026 – Engineering Funding for KwaZulu-Natal Students

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South African engineering student studying with books and laptop

The SAFRIPOL Community Bursary Programme 2026 is open to South African students who want to study Engineering and live in selected communities in KwaZulu-Natal. This bursary supports learners from Wentworth, Jacobs, and Bluff who plan to pursue Engineering studies at a recognised South African university. If you meet the requirements and are serious about an…

GCRA Bursary Programme 2026 – Fully Funded Higher Education in South Africa

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South African university student studying with books and laptop on campus

The Gauteng City Region Academy (GCRA) Bursary Programme 2026 is now open for South African students who want to study at a university or higher-learning institution but need financial support. This bursary offers full funding for eligible students and covers tuition fees, registration costs, and prescribed textbooks. It supports all fields of study, from undergraduate…

Shoprite Group Meat Market Graduate Programme 2026 – Apply Before 15 January

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Shoprite Meat Market graduate programme in Brackenfell

The Shoprite Group of Companies is inviting ambitious graduates to apply for the Meat Market Graduate Programme 2026, based at its head office in Brackenfell, Western Cape. This programme is designed for Commerce, Finance, Supply Chain, and Data-related graduates who want real workplace exposure at Africa’s largest FMCG retailer. It offers structured training, departmental rotations,…

Can a Learnership Lead to Permanent Employment in South Africa?

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South African learnership participant transitioning into permanent employment

Many young South Africans join learnerships hoping they will lead to a permanent job. But does completing a learnership really increase your chances of employment, or is it just temporary training? The short answer is yes, a learnership can lead to permanent employment — but it is not guaranteed. In this guide, we explain how…