W&RSETA HECKATHON COMPETITION – CALL FOR INNOVATIVE SMMES
The Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA) invites applications for the W&RSETA 2025 Hackathon competition. The competition aims to accelerate innovation and development of mission-critical software and technology solutions within the W&RSETA. The initiative seeks to appoint qualifying SMMEs with strong ICT capability to participate in a hackathon competition.
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CALL FOR RESEARCH PAPERS - 2026 W&RSETA RESEARCH CONFERENCE
Academics, researchers, industry professionals, and practitioners are invited to submit papers for the 2026 W&RSETA Research Conference. Leading experts and decision-makers will converge to explore emerging trends, innovative practices, and workforce transformation in the Wholesale and Retail Sector. Submissions should provide evidence-based insights, practical implications, or policy guidance aligned with the conference theme “Wholesale and Retail Re-imagined: Next Generation Skills, Innovation and Entrepreneurship”
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INVITATION FOR SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE 2025/26 W&RSETA/EMPLOYER PARTNERSHIP PROJECT
W&RSETA Levy Paying are hereby invited to submit Proposals for implementation of Projects in collaboration with the W&RSETA in the 2025/26 Financial Year under the W&RSETA/Employer Partnership Project. The partnership is aimed at addressing three of the outcomes (Outcome 5, 6 and 8) as identified in the W&RSETA 2025-2030 Strategic Pan.
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CUT-W&RSETA RESEARCH LEADERSHIP CHAIR FOOD SAFETY TRAINING
The CUT-W&RSETA Research Leadership Chair embarked on a Food Safety Training Programme to training, mentor, and support 2000 SMMEs to enhance food safety practices. The programme is part of the W&RSETA initiative to drive inclusive economic growth through government, education, and community partnerships.
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W&RSETA PARTNERS WITH CPUT TO FIGHT GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
The Wholesale and Retail SETA (W&RSETA) in collaboration with the Department of Retail Business Management at Cape Peninsula University of Technology conducted a transformative workshop programme to raise awareness on the prevalent issue of Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The workshops were a demonstration of a commitment to creating safer, more inclusive communities within the wholesale and retail space and country at large.
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W&RSETA REPORTS UNQUALIFIED AUDIT REPORT AND INCREASED PERFORMANCE
The W&RSETA reported a successive unqualified audit report and a record-high 94% achievement from the Auditor-General South Africa at the Annual General Meeting held in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape on 15 October 2025. Stakeholders adopted the W&RSETA 2024/25 Annual Report and the 2025/26 Annual Performance Plan.
Thank you to all our stakeholders for enabling these achievements.
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STAKEHOLDER UPDATE – OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW STATUS
W&RSETA stakeholders are informed about the status of the review of occupational qualifications for the W&R Sector.
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NEW BOARD APPOINTED FOR THE W&RSETA
The W&RSETA is pleased to announce its new Board as appointed by the Minister of Higher Education and Training to serve the Wholesale and Retail Sector for a five-year term commencing 30 September 2025.
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W&RSETA QUARTERLY WHOLESAY NEWSLETTER – Q1 EDITION
The W&RSETA’s first edition of the WholeSay newsletter is now available!
This edition provides a comprehensive overview of key activities, strategic initiatives, and milestones achieved during the first quarter. We invite you to explore the highlights and gain valuable insights into our ongoing efforts to advance skills development within the Wholesale and Retail Sector.
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W&RSETA SECTOR-WIDE SURVEY: AI INTEGRATION IN THE WHOLESALE AND RETAIL SECTOR
Stakeholders in the Wholesale and Retail Sector are invited to participate in a national survey focused on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in South Africa’s Wholesale and Retail Sector. This initiative is part of our ongoing Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (PDRF) projects, aimed at shaping responsive and forward-looking skills development strategies in the age of digital transformation.
Your input is essential in helping us align our AI initiatives with stakeholder needs and expectations. The survey responses will be treated as confidential.
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