Buhle Mageba

📍 Introduction: Why SETA Accreditation Matters In South Africa’s fast-evolving skills development landscape, learnerships and training programmes offer a golden path to qualifications, jobs, and opportunities. But one common—and dangerous—pitfall for many hopeful learners is falling into the trap of unaccredited providers. So how can you avoid being scammed? The answer lies in one word: … Read more

A Pathway to Skills, Purpose, and Employment In a world where academic degrees alone no longer guarantee employment, learnerships have become South Africa’s secret weapon in tackling youth unemployment and skills shortages. But beyond the buzzwords lies a very real opportunity: a SETA learnership—where you don’t just learn, you also earn. For many young people … Read more

A Question Many Young South Africans Ask: Is SETA a Loan or a Bursary? In South Africa, navigating the world of post-school education funding can feel like walking through a maze. There are NSFAS bursaries, student loans, private funding, and then—there’s SETA. But what exactly is SETA? More specifically, is SETA a bursary or a … Read more

The Value of Earning While Learning In the world of South African skills development, SETA learnerships have become a vital bridge between education and employment. These structured training programs offer more than just certificates—they offer hope, practical skills, and, most importantly for many, a monthly stipend to support learners on their journey. But just how … Read more