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We’re excited to inform you that the WRSETA & EWSETA Discretionary Grant (DG) Funding Window is now open! This is a fantastic opportunity for your organisation to secure funding for skills development initiatives to benefit your workforce and improve compliance with B-BBEE and Skills Development requirements.

WRSETA
What You Need to Know:

• Funding Purpose: Support skills development initiatives, including Bursaries
  • Specific Criteria:
    Higher certificates, Degrees or Diplomas at NQF level 5-7
    NCV Programmes at Level 2-4
    Nated Qualifications: N4-N6 at TVET Colleges
    Occupational Qualifications: NQF Level 5-7 (not learnerships)
• Deadline: All applications must be submitted by 21 February 2025.
• Documents Required:
  • Company Registration
  • Proof of Accreditation of Qualification

EWSETA
What You Need to Know:

• Funding Purpose: Support skills development initiatives, including the following programmes:
  • Learnerships for employed and unemployed
  • Recognition of Prior Learning
  • Skills Programmes for employed and unemployed
  • Work integrated learning
• Deadline: All applications must be submitted by 21 February 2025.

Benefits of DG Funding:

• Boost B-BBEE Compliance

Earn Skills Development points, enhance your scorecard, and gain additional points through hosting unemployed learners.

• Cost-Effective Training

Access funding by claiming back up to 49.5% of the SDL paid to SARS to offset training costs, stretching your budget while upskilling your workforce.

• Tax Incentives

Qualify for tax rebates and deductions, including benefits under the Employment Tax Incentive (ETI).

• Build a Talent Pipeline

Develop future-ready talent while addressing skills shortages in your industry.

• Enhance Employee Retention

Show commitment to employee growth, improving morale, loyalty, and retention rates.

How to apply:

Our team is here to help! Whether you need guidance on eligibility, assistance in preparing your submission, or support in aligning your training initiatives with the DG criteria, we’ve got you covered. Contact us.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by—act now and maximise the benefits for your business and workforce!

Let’s work together to create a skilled, competitive workforce while unlocking valuable funding for your organisation.