Minister Nzimande to host a media briefing on the outcome of engagements with the SETAs on their role in fighting unemployment, inequality and poverty

The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, invites members of the media to a media briefing on the outcomes of the two day engagements with the Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) on their role in fighting unemployment, inequality and poverty through skills development.

The functions and responsibilities of SETAs are set out in Chapter 3, section 10 the Skills Development Act, 1998.

As of March 2011, there are 21 SETAs. Each SETA is responsible for managing and creating learnerships, internships, unit-based skills programmes, and apprenticeships within its jurisdiction. Every industry and occupation in South Africa is covered by one of the 21 SETAs.

Source: Government of South Africa