Lunga Allen Mzobe enrolled in the MICT SETA funded learnership programme at Africa Learn College, where he pursued full-time studies in System Development L5 from 2021 to 2022. Lunga is currently employed at the Department of Science and Technology in Gauteng.

"Today, I am a qualified Software Developer. I have successfully completed a national Certificate programme in System Development. The progress I have achieved thus far would not have been possible without considering the registration of this programme with Africa Learn College."

Kaizer Silinda is a beneficiary of MICT SETA and a dedicated Production Assistant at E-TV. Kaizer's story is one of unwavering determination. Before discovering his true passion for film and television, he dabbled in various post-secondary programmes but failed to find inspiration. Eventually, after years of life experience and soul-searching, Kaizer decided to pursue a career in film and television production.

He entered a three-year programme at the age of 29. Four years later, at the age of 33, silinda secured an internship at E-TV, marking a significant turning point in his career.

Mahlohonolo Motsamai, known as Hloni, is a 27-year-old native of Tshwane. Hloni studied Officiating and Coaching Science at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT). During his time as a student at TUT, he discovered the MICT SETA/SAMMDRA Cellphone Repair Programme, which aimed to enhance the digital knowledge of young South Africans. After enrolling in the programme, he was chosen as one of the 61 students accepted. Upon completion of the programme, he gained practical skills that empowered him to establish his own business, Innovative Repairs. Located in the north of Pretoria, Innovative Repairs specialises in Fixing various technological gadgets, including mobile devices and laptops.

"Thanks to my digital skills, my business has achieved remarkable success. I've also explored digital platforms that Facilitate the operation of my business. Regardless of their location in Pretoria, people can send their cellphones to me for repair. This business model has enabled me to attract customers from both near and far, allowing me to operate from the comfort of my home," said Hloni.

Ocule IT, a KZn-based training company, partnered with Samsung and the MICT SETA to deliver software-based skills development training to rural, peri-urban, and previously disadvantaged youth. Despite facing numerous challenges, including conducting training during the COVID-19 pandemic Ocule IT successfully executed two training cohorts in 2020 and 2021.

"The project incorporated both classroom and practical training components as part of its programme delivery. The classroom, or onsite, component spanned 22 weeks and included a total of 480 hours of instruction. Students engaged in lectures, lab exercises, tutorials, and problem-solving sessions with a focus on electronic model design, manufacturing, and repair. Learners were exposed to various work experiences, which encompassed design, manufacturing, and repairing electronic equipment and products. In some cases, this work was more specialised, while in others, students received more comprehensive training. Whenever Feasible, Ocule IT rotated learners amon different companies to maximize their exposure to various skills.

"After completing the programme, some of the learners initiated their own businesses in the field of electronics repair."