The Department of Higher Education and Training and Services SETA launched the PowerX² internship programme in Mahikeng on 7 August 2026. Application details have not yet been confirmed.
Following months of unpaid bursary allowances and apprentice stipends dating back to February 2026, TETA has committed to accelerating outstanding payments.
Government departments are inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for the 24-month Public Service Graduate Internship Programme via form Z83.
The Council on Higher Education has published the Revised Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework in the Government Gazette, effective from 3 July 2026.
DHET has published transitional arrangements affecting NATED N4-N6 and other pre-2009 qualifications as part of the shift to occupational qualifications. Currently enrolled students are not affected.
Minister Buti Manamela has placed NSFAS under administration following governance failures and financial irregularities. Student funding and appeals will continue uninterrupted.
