For many South African TVET graduates, completing an N6 National Certificate is only one step towards earning a National Diploma. To qualify for the diploma, graduates must complete the required Work Integrated Learning (WIL) component through practical workplace experience. Finding an employer that offers this opportunity can be challenging, especially in the Information Technology sector. … Read more
Finding your first job after completing Grade 12 can be challenging, especially when employers ask for previous work experience. The BUCO Burgersfort Learnership 2026 offers unemployed South African youth an opportunity to bridge that gap by combining structured classroom learning with practical workplace training. This learnership is offered by The Building Company through BUCO Burgersfort … Read more
Paid Technical Skills Programme Offers Grade 11 Youth a Route Into Engineering, Manufacturing and Industrial Careers As South Africa continues working to reduce youth unemployment through workplace-based training, a new opportunity is giving unemployed young people the chance to gain practical experience while earning a monthly income. Applications are now open for the SETACO-Accredited Lekone … Read more
iLanga 2026 Learnership Programme Offers South African Youth a Path to Skills, Work Experience and a R4,200 Monthly Stipend Finding meaningful work experience can be one of the biggest challenges for young South Africans entering the job market. Many employers require practical skills, yet gaining those skills often requires opportunities that are difficult to access. … Read more
Monocle Opens Applications for Its 2027 Analyst Graduate Programme Graduates interested in building a career in financial services consulting can now apply for the 2027 Analyst Graduate Programme offered by Monocle Solutions. Designed for high-performing postgraduate students, the programme combines intensive classroom-based learning with practical consulting experience. Successful candidates begin their journey with an in-house … Read more
KPMG Opens Applications for Its FY2027 Deal Advisory Graduate Programme KPMG has opened applications for its Deal Advisory Graduate Programme FY2027, offering graduates the opportunity to begin their careers in one of the firm’s specialist advisory divisions. Based in Johannesburg, the programme is offered on a three-year fixed-term contract and is designed to expose graduates … Read more
Cummins Invites Engineering Students to Apply for 12-Month P1/P2 In-Service Training Programme Cummins is inviting eligible Mechanical and Industrial Engineering students to apply for its 12-month P1/P2 In-Service Training Programme based in Johannesburg. The programme is aimed at students who require P1/P2 workplace training to complete their engineering qualification. Participants will gain practical exposure within … Read more
What Are the 4 Pillars of Education? The Four Pillars of Education are a globally recognised framework introduced by UNESCO in its landmark 1996 report, “Learning: The Treasure Within”, prepared by the International Commission on Education for the Twenty-first Century under the leadership of Jacques Delors. Rather than focusing only on academic achievement, the framework … Read more
Which Teaching Subject Is Most in Demand in South Africa? South Africa continues to experience shortages of qualified teachers in several specialist subject areas. While demand varies by province and school phase, Mathematics consistently remains one of the country’s most sought-after teaching specialisations. Alongside Mathematics, schools are actively seeking educators qualified in Science, Technology, Foundation … Read more
Current Educational Issues in South Africa 2026 South Africa’s education system continues to make progress in expanding access to schooling, but significant challenges remain across both basic and higher education. In 2026, concerns over school infrastructure, unequal learning opportunities, literacy and numeracy outcomes, teacher development, learner dropout rates, and limited post-school capacity remain central to … Read more