By Nndivhaleni Mukwevho The landscape of economic participation in KwaZulu-Natal is shifting for the better as the National Skills Fund (NSF) recently successfully concluded a vibrant, three-day graduation roadshow across the province. Marking a monumental milestone in vocational training, the ceremonies honoured young men and women who have transitioned from eager trainees into fully qualified,

By Themba Ndlovu Learners began preparing for occupational training on 28 September 2026 at Sedibeng TVET College’s Vereeniging Campus, where an induction introduced them to the requirements of their respective Hairdressing and Mechatronics training programmes. The induction welcomed learners admitted to the two occupational programmes funded by the National Skills Fund (NSF), providing them with

By: Busisiwe Fobose Dressed in colourful traditional attire, employees of the National Skills Fund (NSF) came together on  23 September 2026 to celebrate Heritage Day. As an organisation that embraces diversity,  the NSF recognises the valuable contribution of its employees. The celebration offered staff an opportunity to celebrate the rich cultures, customs and backgrounds that

By Denira Gounden Tshwane South TVET College’s Pretoria West Campus, hosted the Digital Skills Outreach Programme on 29 September, bringing together a range of industry stakeholders to equip students with the necessary tools and information on available training and certification opportunities, career guidance, industry exposure and entrepreneurial support. The National Skills Fund (NSF) demonstrated its

By Trevor Khuzwayo Margate, KwaZulu-Natal – 13 August 2026: For thousands of young South Africans deciding what to do after school, the path to a successful career does not only lead through a university. Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges are increasingly central to building the artisans, technicians, entrepreneurs and skilled professionals required

By Trevor Khuzwayo Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal – For 51 young South Africans who completed a three-year Diesel Mechanics Artisan Development Programme, skills training has already translated into something tangible — an opportunity to enter the workplace and begin building a career. This was among the key outcomes highlighted when the National Skills Fund (NSF), led by

By Denira Gounden Fifty years after the youth of 1976 took to the streets demanding a better education, a new generation gathered on Youth Day to explore the education, training and career opportunities that can help shape their own futures. The National Skills Fund (NSF) participated in the Skills on Wheels initiative as part of

By Denira Gounden In a rural community where unemployment and poverty continue to constrain economic opportunities, access to practical skills can become the starting point for something much bigger — the ability to earn an income, create opportunities and build a more sustainable future. This was evident when the National Skills Fund (NSF) Skills Development