September 2026

The W&RSETA is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for the 2027 ILDP & IEDP. The programme will be implemented as a retail-customised programme on NQF level 8.   Nominations of senior and executive leaders from the W&RSETA registered companies for this high impact senior and executive development programme will be open until 06 November 2026.

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The W&RSETA is now accepting applications from nominated middle managers, supervisors and team leaders for the 2027 Retail Management Development Programme (RMDP). The programme equips middle managers with skills for operational excellence and prepares them for the next level of management. The RMDP programme will be offered as NQF level 6 and 7 qualifications.

Applications close on 04 November 2026.

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The W&RSETA in collaboration with iYunivesithi Walter Sisulu invites applications from TVET and CET colleges for an Administrative Internship opportunity within the Eastern Cape Wholesale & Retail Leadership Chair. This internship is designed to provide work-integrated learning and practical workplace exposure to students currently completing their qualifications.

Submission deadline: 18 September 2026. No late applications will be accepted.

The W&RSETA invites its constituent business and labour organisations; and stakeholder companies, institutions of learning and skills development partners to the 2026 Annual General Meeting.

14 October 2025 | Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre & Virtual | Virtual