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31/08/2026

As we close off Women’s Month, CATHSSETA looks back on a beautiful day of wellness, adventure, laughter and sisterhood.

On 21 August 2026, our ladies stepped away from the emails, deadlines and daily demands to reconnect with themselves and each other at the CATHSSETA Women’s Month Corporate Wellness Hike at Rosemary Hill, Pretoria.

From the great outdoors and refreshing conversations to laughter, good food and unforgettable memories, the day was a reminder that taking care of ourselves is not a luxury — it is essential.

To all the incredible women of CATHSSETA: keep showing up, keep supporting one another, keep growing and keep making your mark.

As Women’s Month comes to an end, may we carry its spirit forward every day — celebrating women, empowering women and creating spaces where women can thrive.

Happy Women’s Month!
Here’s to YOU!

29/08/2026

Together with McDonald’s South Africa, we have welcomed 2,370 young people into the second cohort of the Hospitality Learnership Programme — equipping them with practical skills, workplace experience and a pathway towards employment.

And the call is clear: EMPLOYERS, OPEN THE DOORS!

Higher Education and Training Minister Mr Buti Manamela has urged employers across the hospitality, tourism and retail sectors to create meaningful workplace opportunities for young people and give them the chance to turn their qualifications into careers.

With 70% practical workplace experience and 30% classroom learning, this programme puts young people where the real learning happens — in the workplace!

The impact is already being felt. More than 400 learners from the first cohort were permanently absorbed by McDonald’s, with many others progressing into employment across the hospitality sector.

At CATHSSETA, we believe that skills + opportunity = transformation.

Let’s keep opening doors, creating opportunities and building a skilled workforce for South Africa! 🇿🇦

29/08/2026

CATHSSETA attended the official launch of the Ngqungqushe Campus and Renewable Energy Training Centre at Ingwe TVET College in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape.

The new centre marks a significant investment in TVET infrastructure and renewable energy skills development, creating opportunities for young people and supporting South Africa’s Just Energy Transition. 🎓🔋

CATHSSETA remains committed to building skills, expanding opportunity and empowering future careers. 🇿🇦🙌🏾

29/08/2026

CATHSSETA celebrates the North West Parks & Tourism Board’s 30th Graduation Ceremony!

Learners graduated in the following qualifications:

• NC: Food & Beverage Services
• NC: Professional Cookery
• National Diploma: Professional Cookery
• National Diploma: Food & Beverage Services
• Occupation Certificate: Chef

We are especially proud to celebrate the three CATHSSETA-funded learners who graduated with a National Diploma in Professional Cookery. Their achievement reflects the power of skills development in creating opportunities and building careers in the hospitality and tourism sector.

🤝🏾 Celebrating achievement • Skills Development • Hospitality • Tourism

29/08/2026

CATHSSETA was on the ground!

CATHSSETA joined the Mintirho Netball Tournament at Temba Stadium, Hammanskraal, connecting with athletes, coaches and the community while showcasing opportunities in the Sport, Recreation and Fitness sector.

The event highlighted how sport brings communities together, develops talent and creates opportunities. 🌟

📍 Temba Stadium, Hammanskraal
🏐 Mintirho Netball Tournament
🤝🏾 Community • Sport • Skills • Opportunities

29/08/2026

The Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA) wants to explore a graduate programme with McDonald’s South Africa. This could provide employment pathways for young people with degrees and diplomas.

Read more on https://insideeducation.co.za/cathsseta-targets-graduate-unemployment-through-proposed-mcdonalds-programme/

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