EWSETA Funding Opportunities 2026/27
EWSETA Call for Discretionary Grant Applications 2026/27
The Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA) is pleased to announce that the window for Discretionary Grant (DG) funding applications for the 2026/27 financial year is now open.
This funding is dedicated to skills development initiatives that bolster national priorities, including energy security, water sustainability, and a Just Energy Transition. We are prioritising industry-relevant occupational programs that address critical and scarce skills needs across the sector.
Available Funded Interventions:
– Artisan / Learnership Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL)
– Learnership programmes (for both employed and unemployed learners)
– Skills programmes (for both employed and unemployed learners)
– Work-Integrated Learning (WIL), including University and TVET placement programmes
Who Should Apply?
Applications are invited from TVET and CET Colleges, Universities, sector companies, government departments, municipalities, industry partners, SMMEs, NPOs, and accredited skills development providers.
Key Deadlines & Support:
Closing Date: 1 April 2026
Online Capacitation Sessions: Join us every Wednesday from 12h00 to 13h30 on 11 March, 18 March, and 25 March 2026 for guidance on your application.
How to Apply: All applications must be submitted via the EWSETA online Discretionary Grant Application System.
WELCOME TO EWSETA
The Energy & Water Sector Education Training Authority (EWSETA) is a skills development authority serving the energy and water sectors.
SKILLS PLANNING
The role of skills development in addressing South Africa’s triple challenge of poverty, inequality and unemployment requires a coordinated effort involving numerous role players, underpinned by quality research that aims to inform the skills development planning for the sector.
MANDATORY GRANTS
Employers in the energy and water sector who contribute a skills development levy and who have received approval for their annual WSP and ATR are eligible for Mandatory
DISCRETIONARY GRANTS
Discretionary Grant funding is Board approved and subject to stringent assessment of discretionary grant applications received during an approved discretionary grant application window.
LEARNING PROGRAMMES
Learning programmes are funded by the EWSETA in accordance with skills development priorities as defined in the EWSETA Sector Skills Plan which is reviewed annually.
ENERGY
The challenges of the energy sector associated with a growing population, delays in infrastructure projects, as well as inadequate investment in maintenance and refurbishment position effective skills development as a key growth driver for the sector.
