EWSETA

31/08/2026

Women Powering Progress: Building an Inclusive Future

To every woman and girl learning, leading and breaking barriers: you are powering progress.

At EWSETA, advancing women and girls is not limited to Women’s Month. It is part of our commitment to building an inclusive, skilled and future ready energy and water workforce where women can participate, progress and lead.

Skills can change the trajectory of a life. We see this through the opportunities created for women and youth across our programmes and partnerships.

From supporting bursary recipient Ms Mafane Ditiro to graduate cm laude with an MSc in Chemical Engineering from UCT, to equipping young women with STEM skills through our partnership with SAICE, we are creating pathways for women to pursue careers in fields where they have historically been underrepresented.

Through the Asivikelane Repairs and Maintenance Hubs Programme, 99 residents from Khayelitsha and the Garden Route District graduated with accredited plumbing and maintenance skills, while our partnership with the British Council on Hydrogen International Skills is strengthening pathways for women and youth to participate in South Africa’s emerging green hydrogen economy.

When we invest in the skills and potential of women and girls, we do more than open doors. We create the knowledge, confidence and opportunity needed to turn potential into participation, economic independence and leadership.

This commitment also begins within EWSETA. In August, I had the privilege of hosting our Women’s Day Luncheon, creating a space for our women to connect, reflect, celebrate their contributions and reaffirm the importance of investing in and supporting one another.

To every woman and girl pursuing an opportunity to learn, grow and lead, your progress matters and your contribution matters.

Women’s Month may end, but our commitment continues. Women powering progress. Today and into the future.

Kedibone Moroane-Nkhobo
Chief Executive Officer: EWSETA

19/08/2026

Empowering young innovators to create meaningful change.

By combining skills development with innovation, EWSETA and TIA are creating opportunities for young innovators to turn their ideas into solutions that can make a meaningful difference in communities.

This women’s month, we spotlight Charnte from SmartView Technology, whose innovation supports smarter management of water, electricity and gas.

Her journey, recently showcased at Enlit Africa 2026, is a reminder of what opportunity can unlock.
Empower an innovator. Enable a solution. Power progress.

19/08/2026

EWSETA, UL & DWS: Graduate Internship Programme

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

The Energy & Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA), University of Limpopo (UL) and Department of Water and Sanitation have entered into an internship programme aimed at providing unemployed graduates with structured, workplace-based learning in real or simulated work environments. The programme is designed to develop occupational competence, professional readiness and employability.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Graduates of the University of Limpopo (UL).

Must hold a 4-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Water and Sanitation Sciences degree.

Must be 35 years of age or younger at the time of application.

Must be unemployed and available for the full internship period.

Applicants must be willing to participate in structured workplace-based learning, supervision and mentorship.

Must not have participated in an internship programme previously.

Applicants must not currently hold an EWSETA-funded grant.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a current CV and copies of relevant academic qualifications.

Use the subject line: “EWSETA–UL Graduate Internship Programme”.

Submit applications to: [email protected]

Telephone: 015 268 4890

Closing date: 25 August 2026

ENQUIRIES

Department/Unit: Department of Water and Sanitation, University of Limpopo
Contact person: Prof MM Mphahlele-Makgwane/ LS Selane
Email: [email protected]/ [email protected]

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Appointment and learner participation are subject to programme requirements and applicable EWSETA processes.

14/08/2026

EWSETA welcomes the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Manamela’s call for a balanced and constructive view of South Africa’s TVET college sector.

While challenges must be addressed decisively, they should not overshadow the critical role TVET colleges play in equipping young people with the technical, occupational and artisan skills required by our economy.

EWSETA remains committed to working with TVET colleges, industry and government to strengthen skills development and improve pathways into employment, particularly across the energy and water sectors.

A strong, credible TVET system is central to building the skilled workforce South Africa needs.

Read more here: https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/manamela-defends-quality-tvet-qualifications

Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela has cautioned against allowing isolated incidents at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges to damage the reputation of the entire sector.

13/08/2026

When skills reach communities, opportunities grow.

This TVET Month, EWSETA celebrates the power of technical and vocational education to equip young people with practical skills, open pathways to employment and strengthen local economies.

Through the renewable energy training centres at Vhembe TVET College in Limpopo and Elangeni TVET College in KwaZulu-Natal, learners are gaining skills aligned with South Africa’s changing energy sector. Some beneficiaries from Vhembe have already secured full-time employment, showing how investment in TVET can translate into real opportunities.

Through the South Africa–China Just Energy Transition TVET Infrastructure and Skills Development Programme, together with DHET, participating TVET colleges and the Chinese Culture and International Education Exchange Centre, 50 learners and lecturers have also completed specialist training in China, bringing valuable knowledge and skills back home.

The programme will next expand to Ingwe TVET College in the Eastern Cape, Western TVET College (Westcol) in Gauteng and West Coast TVET College in the Western Cape, extending its reach to more communities.

Because investing in TVET means investing in people, livelihoods and stronger communities.

09/08/2026

Celebrating the women who lead, inspire and power progress.

Happy Women’s Day from EWSETA!

09/08/2026

To the women of the past who stood for the future - thank you! Happy Women’s Day

09/08/2026

07/08/2026

We're proud to be featured in the latest Association of SETA Chief Executive Officers (ASCEO) Newsletter, where we share stories of communities empowered through clean energy initiatives, learner development, renewable energy training and programmes that are creating lasting social and economic impact.

Read the latest ASCEO Newsletter and discover how collaboration is changing lives across South Africa.

Read here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/vpyfm/etkh/

06/08/2026

Every opportunity begins with the right skills.

Communities thrive when people have the skills to build brighter futures.
This National TVET Month, EWSETA celebrates the role of TVET colleges in empowering young people with practical skills that open doors to employment, entrepreneurship and brighter futures.

Because when we invest in skills, we invest in people.