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National Skills Fund Welcome to the official page of the National Skills (NSF).

The National Skills Fund (NSF) is a schedule 3A public entity within the purview of the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation and the Director-General of Higher Education and Training, the executive and accounting authorities of the fund, respectively.

PLANNING TODAY. OPENING DOORS TOMORROW.Explore the highlights from the NSF’s SDI Senior Management Meeting, held in Cape...
24/10/2026

PLANNING TODAY. OPENING DOORS TOMORROW.

Explore the highlights from the NSF’s SDI Senior Management Meeting, held in Cape Town on 22–23 October 2026.

LISTENING TO CLIENTS, STRENGTHENING DELIVERYThe National Skills Fund’s (NSF) 2024/25 Client Satisfaction Survey recorded...
23/10/2026

LISTENING TO CLIENTS, STRENGTHENING DELIVERY

The National Skills Fund’s (NSF) 2024/25 Client Satisfaction Survey recorded 79% overall satisfaction, exceeding its 70% target.

Presenting the findings at the SDI Senior Management Workshop in Cape Town, NSF Director: Public Relations and Communications, Mr William Somo, highlighted strong ratings for project support, alongside concerns about payment delays, communication and administrative processes.

The findings are informing discussions on faster responses, clearer information and stronger partnerships to support NSF-funded skills programmes.

Turning funding into meaningful opportunities for learners requires effective implementation and accountable project ove...
23/10/2026

Turning funding into meaningful opportunities for learners requires effective implementation and accountable project oversight.

Building on yesterday’s performance and planning discussions, the National Skills Fund’s (NSF) Skills Development Implementation (SDI) Senior Management Meeting continues today at the College of Cape Town’s Crawford Campus.

Today’s agenda focuses on quality assurance, performance validation and project implementation, including outcomes-based funding readiness, artisan development, TVET programmes and contracting for persons with disabilities.

Officials are also reviewing project rescue interventions, risk management and procurement progress to strengthen delivery and address challenges affecting NSF-funded programmes.

More than 21,000 learners received NSF funding for education and training in the second quarter—each with a journey, an ...
22/10/2026

More than 21,000 learners received NSF funding for education and training in the second quarter—each with a journey, an ambition and a future to build.

Expanding these opportunities is central to the National Skills Fund’s (NSF) SDI Senior Management Meeting at the College of Cape Town’s Crawford Campus on 22–23 October 2026.

Chaired on day one by Dr Tshepho Mokoena, the engagement brings together Chief Director Ms Kgaogelo Hlongwane and the management team to review performance, strengthen accountability and align future funding with national skills priorities.

The focus: helping more South Africans access relevant training, complete their studies and prepare for opportunities.

ON THE GROUND | A CLOSER LOOK AT ARTISAN DEVELOPMENTFollowing the progress review meeting, the National Skills Fund’s (N...
21/10/2026

ON THE GROUND | A CLOSER LOOK AT ARTISAN DEVELOPMENT

Following the progress review meeting, the National Skills Fund’s (NSF) Skills Development Implementation (SDI) Senior Management team visited the MCK Artisan Development Project site in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape, today, 21 October 2026.

The visit provided an opportunity for the team to observe learners during their practical training and engage directly with beneficiaries about their experiences, progress and skills development journeys.

By connecting project oversight with first-hand engagement on the ground, the NSF continues to strengthen its understanding of project implementation and the real experiences of learners whose futures are being shaped through skills development.

PARTNERING FOR SKILLSEarlier today, the National Skills Fund joined the Stakeholder Engagement Breakfast hosted by Westc...
21/10/2026

PARTNERING FOR SKILLS

Earlier today, the National Skills Fund joined the Stakeholder Engagement Breakfast hosted by Westcol TVET College at Memoire Boutique Garden Venue in Muldersdrift, to share valuable information about the skills development opportunities offered by the entity.

Led by Dr Nkosinathi Sishi, Director-General of the Department of Higher Education and Training, the engagement aimed at strengthening partnerships between education and industry, showcase the college’s strategic priorities, and explore opportunities in workplace learning, lecturer industry placement, bursaries, funding and infrastructure development.

HAPPENING NOW | FEET ON THE GROUND IN SALDANHA BAYThe National Skills Fund’s (NSF) Skills Development Implementation (SD...
21/10/2026

HAPPENING NOW | FEET ON THE GROUND IN SALDANHA BAY

The National Skills Fund’s (NSF) Skills Development Implementation (SDI) Senior Management team is on the ground at MCK Training and Skills Development in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape, today, reviewing progress on its R17.6 million artisan development project.

Running from January 2024 to July 2027, the project currently supports 63 learners in boilermaking, welding and mechanical fitting, with implementation at 80% across all three trades.

The engagement includes reviewing training milestones and meeting beneficiaries to assess how NSF funding is translating into practical skills, workplace experience and progress towards artisan certification.

The National Skills Fund (NSF) has successfully concluded the fourth and final contracting engagement at Tshwane South T...
20/10/2026

The National Skills Fund (NSF) has successfully concluded the fourth and final contracting engagement at Tshwane South TVET College’s Centurion Campus, meeting with approved Skills Development Providers (SDPs) from Gauteng, the North West, and the Free State provinces. This marks the completion of the nationwide SDP contracting series for the Artisan Massification projects.

IN PICTURES | STRENGTHENING LEADERSHIP AND OVERSIGHT OF NSF-FUNDED PROJECTSThe Deputy Minister of Higher Education and T...
20/10/2026

IN PICTURES | STRENGTHENING LEADERSHIP AND OVERSIGHT OF NSF-FUNDED PROJECTS

The Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube, today, 20 October 2026, engaged with the National Skills Fund (NSF) senior management, led by Acting CEO Ms Melissa Erra, at eThekwini TVET College’s Asherville Campus in Berea, KwaZulu-Natal.

The engagement brings together departmental leadership and NSF officials responsible for managing NSF-funded projects to strengthen strategic alignment, promote accountability and support effective project oversight, in line with the Fund’s mandate to advance skills development and contribute to building a highly skilled citizenry.

20/10/2026

WATCH | SKILLS THROUGH SPORT

Relive the launch of the KwaZulu-Natal Skills Development Institute for Physical Education at Harry Gwala Stadium in Pietermaritzburg, led by Deputy Minister Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube.

The NSF-supported initiative connects physical education and sports coaching with higher-education and career pathways for young people.

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