Behind the scenes with the CEO of W&RSETA, Mr Tom Mkhwanazi, during his recent feature interview with CEO Magazine.
A closer look at the conversation coming soon sharing insights on leadership and the work being done to strengthen skills development in the wholesale and retail sector.
Watch this space.
#WRSETA #Leadership
It’s graduation day 👩🎓 👨🎓🎓
The first group of the 2025 Retail Management Development Programme (RMDP) has been officially certified. Congratulations to the 77 graduates who now join the RMDP alumni of over 3000 future leaders of the Wholesale and Retail Sector.
The next two groups will be graduating in Durban and Cape Town on 20 and 30 May 2026, respectively.
RMDP - Creating a management pool for the wholesale and retail sector
#disrupt #rethink #innovate
Today, the W&RSETA is celebrating 77 middle managers who are graduating from the 2025 Retail Management Development Programme with regentbusinessschool in
NQF Level 7:
Advanced Diploma in
Management and NQF Level 5:
Higher Certificate in
Retail Management.
This group is part of 154 delegates who successfully completed the programme.
RMDP - Creating a management pool for the Wholesale and Retail Sector.
#disrupt #rethink #innovate
W&RSETA 2026 BURSARY SCHEME FUNDING WINDOW FOR UNEMPLOYED STUDENTS (CONTINUING BURSARS IN THE 2026 ACADEMIC YEAR)
Closing date: 30 May 2026
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Over 200 entrepreneurs gathered for the W&RSETA Masterclass at the Durban Business Fair 2026.
The impactful session created a dynamic platform for entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners to engage on real-life business challenges and opportunities; from scaling enterprises, marketing, accessing markets, to digitisation.
Bulelani Balabala, founder of Township Entrepreneur Alliance, and renowned businessman, W&RSETA ILDP alumnus Atlaaf Suleman shared valuable insights and practical strategies on building resilient businesses.
Delegates also exchanged real business experiences and solutions focused on creating sustainable enterprises for long-term growth.
“28 years of connecting SMMEs to markets and opportunities.”
#DBF28 #DurbanBusinessFair #BusinessIndaba #SupportLocal #BuyLocal
Today, the Minister of Small Business Development, Hon. Stella Ndabeni, officially opened the Durban Business Fair exhibition.
The exhibition has been designed for local businesses to showcase their products and creativity, giving them an opportunity to network and engage with possible investors enabling them to participate in the economy locally and globally.
The W&RSETA will host a masterclass tomorrow, 1 May 2026, at 10H00. Don’t miss this opportunity to get practical insights to elevate your business.
“28 Years of Connecting SMMEs to Markets and Opportunities."
#DBF28 #DurbanBusinessFair #SupportLocal #BuyLocal
The W&RSETA has returned as one of the main supports of the Durban Business Fair from 29 April – 2 May 2026 at Durban ICC and Exhibition Centre.
This premium business event in its 28th year provides over 500 local SMMEs a platform to showcase their products to thousands of visitors, gain invaluable business insights, skills and networking.
The W&RSETA is participating at the starting lineup of the Business Indaba where private sector and government entities are engaging on initiatives to enable SMME growth through funding, compliance, market access, and strategic partnerships.
We have an SMME masterclass on Friday where over 250 entrepreneurs will gain practical skills to enhance their businesses.
The exhibition will be officially opened tomorrow by the Minister of Small Business Development.
“28 Years of Connecting SMMEs to Markets and Opportunities."
#DBF28 #DurbanBusinessFair #SupportLocal #BuyLocal
5 days to go!
Skills levy paying companies in the Wholesale & Retail sector — you have 5 days left to submit your Annexure II documents and claim your W&RSETA Mandatory Grant.
The deadline is 30 April 2026. Do not miss it.
Login and submit today on mis.wrseta.org.za
#MandatoryGrant #AnnexureII
W&RSETA is proud to participate in the 2026 Vaal EmpowaYouth Week, hosted at Koinonia Bible Church in Sebokeng.
This impactful initiative continues to create a meaningful platform for young people across the Vaal region to connect with private sector leaders, institutions of learning, government bodies, and SETAs unlocking access to skills development and career growth opportunities.
The programme features dynamic stakeholder engagements, keynote addresses, and a SETA CEOs panel discussion, where critical conversations centre on youth empowerment and building sustainable pathways to opportunity.
Our CEO, Tom Mkhwanazi, joins fellow SETA leaders in sharing insights on strengthening pathways to education, training, and employment for young people.
#IamEmpowaYouth #EmpowaYouth #VaalEmpowaYouthWeek26 #WandRSETA #YouthDevelopment #SkillsDevelopment
