ASDSA hits ground running in 2012

Mon, 23 Jan 2012

While confidence in the education and skills development system is at an all time-low ASDSA's newest CEO, Janelle Gravett is determined to redefine public perceptions through its repositioning campaign and initiatives that will coalesce top professional bodies in skills development.

Professional bodies to launch skills "confederation"

Mon, 16 Jan 2012

Three major role-players in the skills development industry have united to improve governance and standards of practice among frontline workers and are calling on other likeminded entities to join the initiative in order to lobby more effectively.

Fasset brand ambassador campaign begins

Wed, 18 Jan 2012

The search is on for a self-motivated student to serve as the new Fasset brand ambassador and represent the finance Seta at FET colleges and universities campuses across the country.

Post-matric programme gives hope to unemployed

Mon, 05 Dec 2011

The Ithemba Training Programme launched by Fasset offers work readiness training to unemployed learners and equips matriculants with the skills needed to enter the financial sector and pursue a career in this field.

Nzimande calls for better governance at Setas

Tue, 29 Nov 2011

Poor governance and corruption have been identified as two pressing issues that Sector Education and Training Authorities (Setas) would need to improve if the entities hoped to recreate a positive public image, according to Minister Blade Nzimande.

Burial Society Indaba gives hope to industry

Wed, 16 Nov 2011

Local burial societies which are largely informal insurance bodies consist of 4.1 million South African citizens whose influence and purpose must be streamlined through a strategic plan to significantly impact the country. These were the sentiments at the 2nd Annual Burial Society Indaba.

Skills fund under fire for not spending

Thu, 03 Nov 2011

Officials have criticised the National Skills Fund for its poor spending practices after reports revealed that expenditure for the 2010/11 financial period was over R600 million, leaving an alarming net surplus of nearly R1.5 billion.

Improve mining skills base, says Oliphant

Tue, 01 Nov 2011

Skills gaps in the mining sector are being addressed by major industry roleplayers, including the Mining Qualifications Authority who has committed to meeting skills targets through comprehensive training programmes. Young people have been urged to pursue careers in the mining sector, particularly health and safety.

Provincial projects to create 90 000 jobs in agriculture

Thu, 27 Oct 2011

The Department of Agriculture, Foresty and Fisheries hopes to create 90 000 new jobs a year through the submission by provinces of over 140 project plans for job creation projects, says the Minister of Agriculture, Foresty and Fisheries Tina Joemat-Pettersson.

Public Works boosts social sector skills base

Tue, 25 Oct 2011

The Department of Public Works is embarking on a process of developing a clear and detailed strategic training plan for the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) social sector.

SADC Regional Qualifications Framework becomes a reality

Thu, 20 Oct 2011

The establishment of the SADC Regional Qualifications Framework has finally been approved by education and training authorities, bringing with it the promise of a more regulated and effective skills assessment system.

Strategy to address Health Dept’s HR

Fri, 14 Oct 2011

The Human Resource Strategy for Health, which aims to develop health professionals and create a workforce fit to meet the country’s health needs was launched by Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi.

R72m project to upgrade financial skills at municipalities

Fri, 14 Oct 2011

A unique R72 million public-private partnership, designed to bring about minimum standards of competence for municipal financial staff, was unveiled in Johannesburg by Dr Blade Nzimande, the Minister of Higher Education and Training.

Skills programme pays off for Mpuma youth

Tue, 11 Oct 2011

498 graduates have been recognized for their 12-month artisan training at the National Youth Service skills development programme which provides opportunties for unemployed youth to contribute to their communities, while improving their skills, education and employment propects.

Minister wants more people in college training

Fri, 07 Oct 2011

The Minister of Higher Education and Training wants to see a better balance between young people entering university and college. Dr Blade Nzimande told the National Skills Conference that only 9 000 students could be accomdated at universities each year so FET Colleges must expand to be able to enrol more young learners.

Private training providers attend 2011 skills conference

Tue, 04 Oct 2011

Issues such as post school education and training, the role of SETAs in relation to the National Skills Development Strategy III implementation, and the SETA funding models will be addressed by Minister Blade Nzimande alongside representatives of business, labour, community and providers at the 2011 skills conference.

Govt on track with R9bn jobs fund: Zuma

Mon, 03 Oct 2011

A number of job projects have been implemented to tackle SA's high unemployment rate including the R9 billion jobs fund and R20 billion tax incentive scheme reported President Zuma when he updated business leaders on the progress of his administration.