CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEWLY ELECTED ACQF NETWORK PRESIDENCY
SAQA NOTICE: IMPLEMENTATION OF THE REVISED FEES FOR 2024/25 AND 2025/26: VERIFICATION OF NATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EVALUATION OF FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS
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Verification of national qualifications fees
Foreign Qualifications Fee Structure
SAQA responsibilities
Registration Of Qualifications & Part-Qualifications
Recognition Of Professional Bodies
Management Of Information & Learner Achievements
Verification Of National Qualifications
Collaboration With International Counterparts Concerning Qualifications Frameworks
Conducting Research On Qualifications Frameworks
Evaluation & Advisory Services For Foreign Qualifications
What is the NQF?
The South African National Qualifications Framework (NQF)
is a single integrated system for the
Classification
Co-ordination
Registration
Publication
Articulation
of quality assured national qualifications
NQF levels & qualification types
What is the South African
Qualifications Authority?
The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is the oversight body of the NQF and the custodian of its values and quality character. The role of SAQA, as stipulated in the NQF Act, is to advance the objectives of the NQF, oversee the further development and implementation of the NQF, and co-ordinate the Sub-Frameworks. SAQAās functions are set out in section 13 of the NQF Act.
Services
Registration of Qualifications & Part Qualifications
A part-qualification means an assessed unit of learning that is registered as part of a qualification.
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Verification of SA Qualifications
This service is to verify South African Qualification Achievements.
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Recognition of Professional Bodies
SAQA is responsible for the recognition of professional bodies and registration of professional designations for the purposes of the NQF Act, no 67 of 2008.
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Evaluation of Foreign Qualifications
The purpose of the evaluation function is the recognition of foreign qualifications in terms of the South AfricanĀ National Qualifications Framework.
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NQF MIS Incorporating the NLRD
The National Learners' Records Database (NLRD) is the management information system of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).
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Confirmation of Private Higher Education Institution Qualifications
Regulations for the Registration of Private Higher Education Institutions (Guide APX-03).
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We had the pleasure of participating in the Career Day hosted by the Castro & Monica Mayatula Foundation in Soweto, engaging with Grade 10 to 12 learners from 13 schools across the Sephima-DCP areas.![]()
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Learners received valuable insights into SAQAās services and the benefits of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) in supporting their career development and progression.![]()
#NQFtothePeople #SAQAandtheNQF #Soweto #freedom30 #KnowyourNQF
š š The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) was honoured to be invited by the South African Air Force (SAAF) to participate in its Annual Career Awareness Day. ![]()
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The event was officially opened by the Chief of the South African Air Force, who delivered an inspiring and enthusiastic message to the countryās lifelong learners. ![]()
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Hosted in collaboration with a range of industry partners, the career expo aims to empower learners from Grades 10 to 12 by highlighting various career paths, bursary opportunities, and learning programmes available nationwide #SAQAandtheNQF #KnowYourNQF #SkillsfortheFuture #Freedom30
Congratulations to the Newly Elected ACQF Network Presidency!!![]()
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We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected Presidency of the African Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF) Network ā a visionary initiative of the African Union.![]()
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The ACQF plays a critical role in harmonising qualifications frameworks across Africa, enhancing comparability, quality assurance, and the recognition of qualifications. It supports mobility, employability, and lifelong learning for all, while strengthening national and regional qualifications systems.![]()
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We proudly acknowledge the election of the following distinguished leaders:![]()
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Ms Nadia Starr, CEO, South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)![]()
Dr Alice Kande, Director General/CEO, Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)![]()
Ms Mercy Ngoma, Director General, Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)![]()
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Your collective leadership and expertise will be instrumental in guiding the ACQF Network towards its goal of a cohesive, integrated, and people-centred African qualifications framework.![]()
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This marks an exciting new chapter in advancing education, skills recognition, and collaboration across the continent.![]()
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#ACQF #AfricanUnion #saqaandthenqf![]()
#QualificationsFramework #KNQA #ZaQa #skillsdevelopment #MobilityMatters #lifelonglearning #educationforafrica #AUAgenda2063
