The release of matric results is supposed to be a moment of relief and pride. But for many young South Africans, it quickly turns into anxiety about funding, registration deadlines, and whether their future plans will actually move forward. This week, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) issued an important reminder that could determine … Read more
Zonax Holdings Bursary Programme 2026: Invest in your academic potential with vital financial support. Zonax Holdings has officially opened applications for its 2026 Bursary Programme, offering a crucial lifeline to South African students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds who are not funded by NSFAS or other sponsorships. This opportunity is designed for motivated students who demonstrate both financial … Read more
The Council for Geoscience Full-Time Bursary supports South African students in geology and data fields for the 2026 academic year. A timely chance for students whose studies are tied to South Africa’s future For many science students, funding determines whether a degree continues or quietly ends. The Council for Geoscience (CGS) Full-Time Bursary for 2026 … Read more
The Beaufort West Municipality Building Control Internship gives unemployed youth a paid, 12-month chance to gain real infrastructure experience. A local opportunity that could quietly change someone’s career path-Beaufort West Municipality Building Control Internship In many small towns, opportunities in infrastructure and town planning are limited — especially for young people who already hold qualifications … Read more
Inside the NEF Graduate Internship Programme 2026 — who should apply, what to expect, and why it matters for graduates.Inside the NEF Graduate Internship Programme 2026 For South African graduates trying to break into development finance, compliance, or governance, opportunities like this don’t come often — and they don’t stay open for long. The National … Read more
If you’re a graduate looking for structured work exposure in a demanding, real-world industry, the Fidelity Services Group Graduate Programme 2026 is worth paying attention to. This is not a classroom exercise — it’s an 18-month immersion into how one of South Africa’s largest security groups actually operates. At a time when graduate unemployment remains … Read more
A clear guide to the PSIRA YES Programme 2026, including fields, stipends, locations, requirements, and how graduates can apply before 16 January. For many South African graduates, the hardest part isn’t studying — it’s what comes after. Degrees are completed, diplomas are framed, yet months pass without work experience. The PSIRA YES Programme 2026 arrives … Read more
A practical guide to the Takealot Merchandising Intern role in Cape Town, covering requirements, duties, pay expectations, and career growth. Breaking into the job market in South Africa is tough, especially for graduates with qualifications but little experience. Many young people sit with N6 certificates and no clear entry point. That’s why internships like the … Read more
Powerful Technical Trades Learnership 2026 opens opportunities for unemployed youth. Learn who qualifies, what it offers, and how to apply before January. South Africa does not lack ambition — it lacks skilled hands. While thousands of young people search for work, industries across the country are struggling to find trained electricians, welders, plumbers, and fitters. … Read more
For many engineering graduates, 2026 arrives with a familiar concern: qualifications in hand, but limited industry experience. The Safal Steel Graduate Development Programme 2026 matters now because it offers something increasingly rare — a structured entry into permanent work within South Africa’s manufacturing sector, based in Durban West. This programme is designed specifically for engineering … Read more