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By Dr Makhapa Makhafola, Chief Operating Officer (COO) with inputs from Nkosingiphile Nyalungu, Senior Specialist, SAQA August marks two significant celebrations in South Africa: Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Month, as declared by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), and Women’s Month, commemorating the 1956 protest Pass Laws by over 20,000 women. […]

By Navin Vasudev, Manager SAQA, with inputs from Nkosingiphile Nyalungu, Senior Specialist SAQA Mandela Day 2024 dawned bright and hopeful, filled with the spirit of giving and community upliftment that Nelson Mandela epitomised. Inspired by Madiba’s legacy, SAQA took this opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of learners and educators in Northwest

The landscape of global education is continually evolving, necessitating robust frameworks to uphold academic integrity and quality. The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) play pivotal roles within this context, aligning with international efforts such as those by the Global Academic Integrity Network (GAIN). This article explores the relationship between

Welcome to a special edition of our newsletter, Z’khipani, dedicated to celebrating South Africa’s 30 years of democracy and the remarkable role of the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) in transforming our educational landscape. As we reflect on our journey, we recognise the incredible strides made towards social justice and equality, with SAQA at the

In March 2024, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) introduced amendments in the review to its policy regarding the evaluation of foreign qualifications. This policy is a procedural update; Below, we explore how this policy enhances educational and professional landscapes, fosters international collaboration, and supports the global mobility of skilled individuals. Read more…

In the bustling heart of Marabastad, Pretoria, where the pulse of commuter life beats strongest at the Belle Ombre Taxi Rank, an impactful collaboration unfolded. Last week, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and the Pretoria Central South African Police Service (SAPS) united for a powerful Blitz awareness campaign. This endeavor wasn’t just about disseminating

Welcome to Zkhiphani, our premier issue in a series of newsletters designed to spotlight the activities occurring across the various units of the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). As we embark on this journey of communication and transparency, it’s important that we reflect on the core missions that drive us and how this newsletter will

The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) was established by the SAQA Act (No.58 of 1995) as part of a wave of educational reforms that swept through South Africa after the end of apartheid in 1994. The primary aim was to create a fair and equitable system of education, training and development that could address the

Dear Valued Client, Thank you for your continued utilisation of SAQA’s services. Please be informed about the update to our tariffs, effective 01 May 2024. SAQA provides a service as per its legal mandate on the recognition of foreign qualifications in terms of the South African National Qualifications Framework (NQF). SAQA derives this mandate from

The Comparative Skills Profiling Surveys and Assessment of Skills Recognition Opportunities Facilitating Refugees and Asylum Seekers’ Access to the Labour Market in South Africa and Zambia report forms part of the consultancy Comparative skills profiling surveys and assessment of skills recognition opportunities facilitating refugees and asylum seekers’ access to the labour market in South Africa