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Skills Development

Understanding SETAs

South Africa has 21 Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs). These bodies are responsible for skills development, learnerships, and fostering growth within specific economic sectors. They are funded by the skills development levy paid by employers.

Each SETA focuses on a specific sector, ensuring that the skills taught match the needs of the labour market. This alignment helps increase employability for graduates and artisans.

AgriSETA

Agriculture, Nature Conservation, and Related Industries.

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CATHSSETA

Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sports Sector.

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CHIETA

Clothing, Textile, Footwear, and Leather Goods.

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CETA

Construction, and Built Environment.

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ESETA

Energy and Water Sector.

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ETDP SETA

Education, Training, and Development Practices.

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FPMSETA

Fibre, Processing, and Manufacturing Sector.

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FOODBEV SETA

Food and Beverage Manufacturing Sector.

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FASSET

Finance and Accounting Services Sector.

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HWSETA

Health and Welfare Sector.

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INSETA

Insurance Sector.

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LGSETA

Local Government Sector.

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MERSETA

Media, Information, and Communication Technologies.

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MICT SETA

Manufacturing, Engineering, and Related Services.

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MQA

Mining Qualifications Authority.

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PSETA

Public Service Sector.

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SASSETA

Safety and Security Sector.

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SERVICES SETA

Service Sector.

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TETA

Transport Education and Training Authority.

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W&RSETA

Wholesale and Retail Sector.

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Employers

Top South African Companies

Direct links to official company websites. Browse by industry to find employers that match your skills. This list was provided by Nokwanda Myeni.

  • AECOM Visit website
    Global leader in sustainable mobility and transport solutions
  • Aveng Visit website
    Infrastructure, mining, and engineering services
  • FLSmidth Visit website
    Engineering solutions for mining and cement industries
  • GladAfrica Group Visit website
    Infrastructure development and project management
  • Hatch Visit website
    Engineering and project implementation services
  • Murray & Roberts Visit website
    Engineering and construction services
  • Praagma Visit website
    Asset management and engineering solutions
  • Steinfiller Africa Visit website
    Engineering and maintenance services
  • Wood Visit website
    Consulting and engineering across energy and built environment
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

SETAs (Sector Education and Training Authorities) are statutory bodies established by the Skills Development Act. They are responsible for managing skills development within their respective sectors. They disburse funds to learnerships, develop qualifications, and ensure that training meets industry standards.

You can apply directly to the relevant SETA for your sector (e.g., MerSETA for manufacturing, CATHSSETA for hospitality). You can also visit company websites listed above, as many partner with SETAs to host apprenticeships. Ensure you meet the minimum requirements for the specific trade.

No, AK035 is a free resource platform. We do not charge fees for job applications or connections to companies. We provide direct links to official company websites to help you apply independently. Be wary of any agent or agency claiming to represent AK035 and asking for money.

A learnership is a formal work-based learning programme that leads to a trade qualification. It usually involves a contract between the learner, employer, and SETA. An internship is often a short-term period of work experience, which may or may not be credit-bearing. Internships are often used to gain experience, while learnerships are for gaining a qualification.

The 21 SETAs reflect the diversity of South Africa's economy, ensuring that every major industry has a dedicated body to champion skills development. This structure allows for targeted training that is relevant to the specific needs of each sector, from Agriculture to Media.