Recognising Excellence in Vocational Education and Training
South Africa’s future depends on a skilled, capable and employable workforce. Achieving this requires strong partnerships between TVET colleges, lecturers, employers and workplace mentors to ensure that education and training respond to the needs of industry.
The National TVET Excellence Awards South Africa 2026 celebrate outstanding contributions to technical and vocational education and training (TVET), recognising the individuals and organisations working to strengthen skills development and improve the quality of vocational education in South Africa.
Strengthening South Africa–Germany Cooperation
Building on the longstanding cooperation between South Africa and Germany in vocational education and training, the awards highlight the importance of collaboration between education institutions and industry. By sharing expertise, promoting best practices and strengthening workplace-based learning, these partnerships help prepare learners for the demands of the modern workplace.
Celebrating Excellence
The awards recognise achievements in vocational education and training, including excellence among lecturers and companies contributing to skills development, workplace learning and industry collaboration.
They provide an opportunity to acknowledge the people and organisations making a meaningful difference in developing South Africa’s future workforce.
Who Can Participate?
TVET stakeholders, including lecturers, companies, employers and other relevant partners in vocational and occupational training, are encouraged to participate and showcase their contributions to excellence in skills development.
How to Participate
Participants are invited to prepare and submit their Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) in accordance with the applicable award category requirements.
Key dates:
Please ensure that your submission is completed and submitted by the relevant deadline.
Recognise. Celebrate. Inspire.
Take part and help shape the future of vocational and occupational training in South Africa.