WorldSkills ZA

Congratulations to Siphosihle Kunene, a student from Ekurhuleni East TVET College, in Gauteng Province, on winning a Gold Medal in the Electrical Installations category at the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition, held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban in 2026.

He will proudly represent South Africa at the 48th WorldSkills International Competition in Shanghai, China, later this year.🥇🇿🇦

Congratulations to Wade Branden from KSD TVET College, Eastern Cape Province, on winning the Gold Medal in the Automobile Technology Skill Category at the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition 2026, held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban.

Wade will go on to represent South Africa at the 48th WorldSkills International Competition in Shanghai, China, in September 2026. 🇿🇦🏅

Thank you to our partners for contributing to the success of the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition, Conference and Career Festival 2026, held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban.

Your continued support and collaboration play a vital role in advancing skills development and empowering the next generation of artisans and professionals in South Africa.

Congratulations to Melusi Gxalaba from Motheo TVET College in the Free State Province for winning the Gold Medal in the Autobody Repair Skill Category at the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition 2026, held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban.

Melusi will go on to represent South Africa at the 48th WorldSkills International Competition 2026 in Shanghai, China, in September 2026. 🇿🇦🏅

At the closing ceremony of the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition Conference and Career Festival, Director-General Dr Nkosinathi Sishi emphasised that Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is a powerful career pathway and not a second choice.

He highlighted that the national competitions demonstrated high standards of skills and excellence among participants, reflecting the growing strength of the TVET sector.

Dr Sishi also noted that the conference component of the event played a critical role in strengthening collaboration and dialogue between government, industry, and training institutions, which is essential for building a skilled and competitive workforce for the future.

Rohan Bezuidenhout from Northlink College in the Western Cape has won the gold medal in the Plumbing Skill Category at the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition 2026 held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban.

His outstanding performance has earned him the honour of representing South Africa at the 48th WorldSkills International Competition, which will take place in Shanghai later this year. 🇿🇦🥇

Congratulations to Nikita Fourie, a talented competitor from Eastcape Midlands TVET College in the Eastern Cape Province, for winning the Gold Medal in the Bakery Skill Category at the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition 2026 held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban.

Nikita’s outstanding achievement has earned her the honour of representing South Africa at the 48th WorldSkills International Competition, which will take place in Shanghai, China from 22–27 September 2026.

Her success highlights the excellence of TVET college training and demonstrates how skills development continues to open doors for young people.

Competitors in the Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy categories, supported by the Services SETA, showcased their skills as part of the growing personal care industry an industry that continues to create opportunities for training, employment, and entrepreneurship.

Hairdressing Results
🥇 Gold – GP: Matumelo Mofokeng
🥈 Silver – NW: Oreneile Lesomo
🥉 Bronze – WC: Amy-Lee

Beauty Therapy Results
🥇 Gold – Rorisang Mashabela
🥈 Silver – FS: Neo Thulo
🥉 Bronze – GP: Matshediso Mongatane

The gold medallists will go on to represent South Africa at the 48th WorldSkills International Competition in Shanghai, China later this year, where they will compete against some of the world’s top young skilled professionals.

[📷📷]The conclusion of the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition has been officially marked, with congratulations extended to all participants and winners for demonstrating outstanding professionalism, talent, and dedication throughout the competition.

The event showcased the remarkable skills of young professionals from across the country, highlighting the importance of technical and vocational excellence in building a capable workforce. Participants competed across various skill areas, displaying innovation, precision, and commitment to their respective trades.

Congratulations are once again extended to the winners and all competitors for their hard work and for representing the future of skills development in South Africa.

It was a joyous moment at the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition, Conference and Career Festival 2026 Closing Ceremony, as provinces proudly celebrated their competitors who won medals across various skills categories 🏅

The atmosphere was filled with excitement and pride as the achievements of these talented young competitors were recognised and applauded by Dr
Nomusa Dube-Ncube and Dr Mimmy Gondwe, Deputy Ministers of Higher Education and Training.

The Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Mimmy Gondwe officially declared the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition, Conference and Career Festival 2026 closed.