MICT SETA

Applications for the Russian Government Scholarship programme 2025/2026 are Now Open The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has announced the Russian Government’s Scholarships for South Africans for the 2025/2026 academic year! Don’t miss this opportunity to pursue world-class education and contribute to South Africa’s development! What the Scholarship covers ✔ Full tuition ✔ Monthly maintenance allowance ✔ Access to university dormitories ✔ Support for travel, visas, and pre-departure costs 💡 Fields of Study: Nuclear Physics and Engineering to Arts, Media, Economics, and more! For more information and to apply visit: https://lnkd.in/dgEsdWq Applications deadline: 15 January 2025 #MICTSETA #DHET #Scholarships #Studyabroad

Important Update on Mandatory Grant Payments The MICT SETA wishes to inform its Stakeholders of the ongoing challenges with the Skills Development Levy Information System (SDLIS). The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has officially communicated these challenges to all SETA's. Unfortunately, this affects our ability to process December 2024 Mandatory Grant payments to eligible employers for Quarter 3. We are awaiting updates from DHET on their resolution plans. The MICT SETA assures you that we are committed to promptly processing payments once the system issues are resolved. #MICTSETA #StakeholderNotice

Workplace Skills Plans & Annual Training Reports Submission Window Now Open! The MICT SETA Learner Management System is officially open for the submission of: ✔️ Workplace Skills Plans (WSP) ✔️ Annual Training Reports (ATR) ✔️ Pivotal Training Plans (PTP) ✔️ Pivotal Training Reports (PTR) Key Dates to Remember: ⏳ Opening Date: 17 December 2024 ⏰ Closing Date: 30 April 2025 at 23:59 Important Information: ▪︎ No late submissions will be accepted. ▪︎ Incomplete or inaccurate submissions will not be processed. ▪︎ Extension requests must be submitted before the deadline, accompanied by a motivation letter and supporting documents or evidence. ▪︎ Plan ahead and submit on time to contribute to our shared success in skills development. Visit our website www.mict.org.za for more details.

MICT SETA ANNUAL OFFICE CLOSURE Please be advised that all MICT SETA physical offices will close on 13 December 2024. However, we will be operating remotely from 17-20 December 2024. During this time, our team will be available on all digital platforms to assist you. Office Re-opening Date: 6 January 2025 We wish all our stakeholders a safe, joyous festive season and a prosperous 2025!

Congratulations to Miss Gugu Sema! We are proud to announce that Miss Sema has been invited to present at the 9th International Conference on Globalization, Entrepreneurship, and Emerging Economies in London! She will be presenting her paper titled "Bibliometric and Positivist Analysis of the Balanced Scorecard Perspective for Redesigning Business Incubation Services in the Fourth Industrial Revolution." This presentation will showcase her exceptional expertise and innovation in the 4IR space. MICT SETA is proud to have Miss Sema as part of our winning team, at the forefront in a male-dominated industry and driving advancements in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in South Africa Presentation Date: 6 December 2024 Stay tuned for updates as Miss Sema takes the global stage! #4IR #Innovation #WomenInTech #GlobalLeadership #MICT #Entrepreneurship #BusinessIncubation #FutureOfTech

Work-Life Harmony in Action! The Inter-SETA Wellness Competition held recently, brought together various SETAs in an exciting, multidisciplinary sports day to celebrate wellness, camaraderie, and teamwork. Our Gamechangers took the field with fire and flair, competing in netball and soccer while embodying the spirit of healthy bodies and healthy minds. This wasn’t just about competition—it was about fostering teamwork, boosting morale, and promoting overall vitality, which directly impacts workplace productivity and performance. Events like these remind us that a balanced approach to work and wellness leads to winning results both on and off the field. Here’s to building healthier, stronger teams—together! #InterSETASportsCompetition #MICTGameChangers #HealthyBodyHealthyMind #WorkplaceVitality

Deadline extension for Accounting Authority Nominations Attention all stakeholders in the Media, Information, and Communication Technology (MICT) Sector! We are pleased to inform stakeholders that the deadline for submission of board nominations has been extended to 15 December 2024 to allow stakeholders additional time to submit the required documentation. For more information, please click on the link:  https://lnkd.in/dvrKKDKX

🎓 Congratulations to the MICT SETA Senior Management Team on graduating from the Executive Development Programme at WITS Business School! This transformative journey was designed to empower senior managers and executives with the tools and insights to lead with purpose and impact. Over the duration of the programme, the team honed their leadership skills, deepened their understanding of strategy and operations, and tackled key areas such as governance, ethics, diversity management, and financial acumen. We are proud of the MICT SETA leadership for investing in their growth and equipping themselves to navigate the complexities of today’s business landscape. Here’s to driving change, innovation, and sustainable impact in the media and ICT sectors! #LifeLongLearning #ExecutiveEducation #MICTSETAWITSCohort2024

The MICT SETA currently has an open vacancy: ✅ Specialist: Assets and Contract Management Interested applicants are invited to apply by clicking on the link in the job description. Closing date: 12 December 2024. Visit bit.ly/47tuNee to download the full job description.

ERRATUM Call for Nominations to Serve on the MICT SETA Board (Term: 1 April 2025 – 31 March 2030) The initial advertisement required nominations to include proof of background checks and verifications (SAPS clearance and qualifications verification). Considering the nomination deadline, this requirement has been amended. Background checks will be finalised after suitable candidates are identified for appointment. Updated Submission Requirements: By 29 November 2024, nominees must submit: 1. Nomination/motivation letter 2. Acceptance of nomination 3. Curriculum Vitae 4. Certified copies of qualifications 5. Certified copy of identity document 6. Declaration of Interest Submission Details: To: Ms. Nokwanda Qezu, Board Secretary Address: MICT SETA, 19 Richards Drive, Block 2, Level 3 West, Gallagher Estate, Midrand, 1685 Email: 2025boardnominations@mict.org.za Deadline: 29 November 2024 Forms: Obtain Nomination and Declaration of Interest forms from MICT SETA's website www.mict.org.za