Author: K Nyalusi

If you are a young South African who has finished school but is struggling to break into the job market, the Tusanang Training Learnerships 2026 could be the opportunity that changes your direction. These free, accredited programmes are designed to give unemployed youth the skills, qualifications, and workplace experience they need to become employable — without paying a single cent in tuition fees. Youth unemployment remains one of South Africa’s most persistent challenges. Many school leavers complete their education but lack the practical experience employers are looking for. Learnerships bridge exactly that gap by combining structured learning with real work…

South Africa’s job market is undergoing its most significant structural shift in decades. Skills shortages, digital transformation, and a green economy transition are creating urgent demand for qualified professionals across tech, healthcare, finance, and construction. This guide covers the 10 best on-demand courses in SA in 2026, why each matters, what they pay, and exactly how to get started — whether you are a school leaver, career changer, or working professional looking to upskill. Who This Is For This guide is written for: This is not a list of trendy buzzwords. Every course covered here is backed by measurable employer…

Planning to study at Vhembe TVET College in 2026? This guide covers everything you need — courses offered, campuses, admission requirements, fees, NSFAS funding, and a step-by-step application walkthrough. Bookmark this page and share it with a friend who might need it! What Is Vhembe TVET College? Vhembe TVET College is a public Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution located in the Vhembe District Municipality in the far north of Limpopo Province, South Africa. The college is regulated by the National Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and is one of 50 public TVET colleges in the country. The college traces its roots to…

What Is the SA Youth Portal? The SA Youth Portal — officially known as SAYouth.mobi — is South Africa’s largest free online platform connecting young people aged 18 to 34 with employment, learnerships, internships, volunteering, and skills development opportunities. The platform is managed by the Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator in partnership with the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) and is supported directly by the South African Presidency through the Presidential Youth Employment Intervention (PYEI). Launched specifically to combat South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis, SAYouth.mobi has grown into a critical bridge between millions of job-seeking young people and thousands of employers across every sector of the economy. Whether you hold…

Applications for Wits University online courses for 2026 are now open. Whether you’re a working professional, a graduate seeking career advancement, or a lifelong learner, Wits offers fully online programmes designed to fit around your life and commitments. Why Study Online with Wits in 2026? Online learning at Wits combines academic rigor with flexibility, making it ideal for: Each programme is structured to support learners with online lectures, digital resources, and academic guidance. Admission requirements for the online courses You may qualify for this programme if you have a: For South African applicants AND For International applicants The Health Sciences Rules…

The Generative AI Training Course is a skills development programme offered by the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) in partnership with Mentec. This initiative is designed to equip South African youth with practical and industry-relevant skills in Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and related digital technologies. What Is Generative AI? Generative AI refers to artificial intelligence systems capable of creating new content such as text, images, music, code, or video by learning patterns from large datasets. Core Functions How It Works Generative AI models are trained on vast datasets to identify patterns and structures. After training, they can generate new outputs…

Not having a matric certificate can feel like the end of the road, but it’s really just a detour. If you left school after Grade 9, 10, or 11, you still have highly viable options to further your education, build real-world skills, and secure a stable job. TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) colleges offer a practical, hands-on alternative to traditional high schools and universities. Instead of just sitting with theory, you learn by doing. If you are ready to take charge of your future, here are seven solid TVET college courses you can apply for in 2025 no…

Navigating the transition from education to the workplace can be daunting. In South Africa, learnerships serve as a vital bridge, combining theoretical knowledge with practical, “on-the-job” experience