New Venture Creations Skills Programme Now Open for Capricorn TVET College Graduates

Capricorn TVET College, in collaboration with ServicesSETA and the Africa Civic Education Foundation (ACEF), is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for an exciting skills development programme aimed at empowering young South Africans. The New Venture Creations programme is designed to provide practical entrepreneurial training and enhance the employability and self-reliance of graduates.

This initiative forms part of a broader effort to tackle youth unemployment and promote entrepreneurship in the Limpopo province. It offers not only valuable training but also financial support in the form of a stipend for the duration of the programme.

Programme Overview

The New Venture Creations programme will run for a total of four (4) months and will accommodate two hundred (200) learners. It is fully funded and provides a monthly stipend of R2,000.00 to support participants throughout the programme.

The training will take place in Polokwane Central Business District (CBD), with the exact venue details to be communicated directly to successful applicants. This skills development opportunity is ideal for young individuals who are interested in starting their own businesses or gaining the foundational knowledge required to work in entrepreneurial or business support environments.

Application Deadline

The deadline for applications is 11 July 2025. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered, so applicants are encouraged to prepare and submit their documents as early as possible.

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

To qualify for the New Venture Creations programme, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Must be a Capricorn TVET College graduate

• Must be unemployed at the time of application

• Must be between the ages of 18 and 35

• Must have a minimum qualification of NQF Level 4

Applicants are also required to submit the following supporting documents:

• A detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• A certified copy of a valid South African identity document (ID)

• A certified copy of the obtained TVET qualification

Submission of Applications

Applications must be hand-delivered to the following address:

34 Bodenstein Street, Polokwane, 0699

For more information or enquiries about the programme or the application process, applicants may contact Ms. Khanyisile at +27 72 187 2736.

Why This Programme Matters

South Africa continues to face high levels of youth unemployment, and initiatives like the New Venture Creations programme offer meaningful pathways to skills development and self-employment. By equipping young people with practical, market-relevant skills, this programme contributes to local economic development and aligns with national goals for youth empowerment and job creation.

If you are a Capricorn TVET College graduate looking to improve your entrepreneurial skills and enhance your employment prospects, this is the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your professional journey.