ORT South Africa

19/06/2026

Drake Koka Primary school live on go listen to them talk about their upcoming YEM innovation and engineering event at ORTSA

16/06/2026

Happy Youth Day from all of us at ORT South Africa! 🇿🇦✨

Today, as we honor the courage and legacy of the youth of 1976, we must also look honestly at the realities facing our young people today. In a newly published opinion piece for The Star, our CEO, Ariellah Rosenberg, asks an uncomfortable but critical question: Where are the jobs?

At ORT SA, we believe the answer lies in equipping the next generation with the high-demand digital skills, entrepreneurship training, and mentorship they need to navigate—and change—the current economic landscape.
Take a moment to read Ariellah’s insightful perspective on what it truly means to empower and support our youth today:

🔗 https://thestar.co.za/saturday-star/opinion/2026-06-16-youth-days-uncomfortable-question-where-are-the-jobs/

Nearly five decades after the 1976 uprising, South Africa's youth continue to face exclusion of a different kind. Despite gaining qualifications, many young people remain unable to secure their first foothold in the labour market.

15/06/2026

Listen to our ORT staff speak on youth day and unemployment

28/05/2026

Meet Nkosikhona Mpungose, a young man from Durban whose journey shows what can happen when skills meet opportunity.
After joining the Victor Daitz & ORT SA Big Data Analytics Programme, Nkosikhona gained practical digital skills that opened doors beyond South Africa.
Today, he works as an international trainer, delivering training to corporate professionals across the USA, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, India, New Zealand, Zimbabwe, and more.
“The ORT SA Big Data Analytics programme empowered me to work with real company data, deliver structured training solutions, and create measurable professional impact.”
— Nkosikhona Mpungose
His story reminds us that talent has no borders when young people are given access to skills, mentorship, and opportunity.

26/05/2026

On 21 May at Missionvale Care Centre in Port Elizabeth, ORT SA and the Astron Energy Development Fund hosted one of the most energetic and inspiring pitching competitions in the history of our New Venture Creation Training Programme.

The room was filled with excitement as participants, supporters and guests cheered on 14 entrepreneurs pitching their business ideas after successfully completing the programme. In total, 54 participants graduated from the training, marking another important milestone in youth empowerment and entrepreneurship development.

From handmade beadwork to boutique fashion and baking businesses, the creativity and determination showcased throughout the day reflected the incredible potential within South Africa’s young entrepreneurs.

Congratulations to our winners:
🥇 Lisakhanya Hole – Amaso weLanga | R10 000
🥈 Delicia Pietersen – Elbouirbella Boutique | R7 000
🥉 Siyanda Mpofu – Muffin Hub | R3 000

As one participant, Teressa, shared:
“ I am so grateful to ORT SA and Astron Energy for the opportunity to come and showcase my business idea here today.”

We are proud to continue creating spaces where young people can grow their skills, build confidence and turn business ideas into real opportunities. Thank you to Missionvale Care Centre for their ongoing partnership and support in making this programme such a success.

#𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

20/05/2026

💙 At ORT SA, we care about the tiny pollinators making a big impact.

Did you know that bees are some of the world’s greatest engineers, project managers, and community builders?

Just like a thriving beehive, a sustainable future relies on collaboration, hard work, and nurturing the next generation.

Bee Together for People and the Planet 🐝

Happy World Bee Day!

18/05/2026

Coding without the drama of loading screens

12/05/2026

Join our FREE online New Venture Training program!
-Access free data (Vodacom subscribers) for online classes
-Weekly classes & mentorship sessions
Keep your eyes on the goal but enjoy the steps along the way. Make your business dreams a reality!
Click the link: https://forms.gle/Dedd2caLrPtn2P6w5

11/05/2026

At 24 years old, Maropeng Machethe is a powerful example of how the right training can bridge the gap between education and employment. Following her New Venture Creation training, a life-changing foundation supported by Hudaco and ORT SA. Maropeng has successfully transitioned from a student into the professional world with the confidence to navigate a fast-paced corporate environment.
The program equipped her with a robust toolkit by blending technical expertise with essential workplace skills. She mastered core competencies such as business strategy and financial literacy while simultaneously developing the professionalism needed for adaptability and high-level communication. These tools provided the necessary groundwork for her to thrive in her current career path.
Today, Maropeng is applying this knowledge as an Administrative Assistant at Phakamani Educational Centre. In her role as a professional clerk, she manages office coordination, data management, and stakeholder engagement with precision and efficiency. "Thank you, Hudaco and ORT SA, for believing in my potential and providing the bridge to my future," she shared. Her journey highlights the vital impact of vocational training in empowering the next generation of South African professionals.