Deviare (with Liquid Intelligent Technologies & Royal Bafokeng Institute)
Phokeng, North West
Deviare Digital Skills Programme | Approximately 3–4 Months
Closing Date: 30 October 2026
About the Deviare Digital Skills Programme
Young South Africans who want to build digital skills have a valuable opportunity in the Deviare Digital Skills Training Programme 2026.
Based at the Royal Bafokeng Institute in Phokeng, North West, the programme is run by Deviare in partnership with Liquid Intelligent Technologies and the Royal Bafokeng Institute.
Training covers Microsoft Office applications, cybersecurity fundamentals, cyber threat management, and digital transformation. The programme runs for approximately three to four months.
If you have Matric or an NQF Level 4 qualification, live within the Royal Bafokeng Nation, and are currently unemployed, this could be a meaningful step into the digital economy.
Quick Overview
| Programme Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | Deviare Digital Skills Training Programme 2026 |
| Organisation | Deviare |
| Partners | Liquid Intelligent Technologies & Royal Bafokeng Institute |
| Training Venue | Royal Bafokeng Institute, Phokeng, North West |
| Duration | Approximately 3–4 months |
| Minimum Education | Matric / NQF Level 4 |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Citizenship | South African citizens |
| Employment Status | Must be unemployed |
| Residency | Must reside within the Royal Bafokeng Nation |
| Closing Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Application Method | Online recruitment portal |
| Stipend | Not disclosed in the available announcement |
⚠️ Note: The details above are drawn from the published announcement. Always check the current vacancy on the official portal for any additional conditions or changes.
What Will Participants Learn?
The Deviare Digital Skills Programme identifies four learning areas.
1. Microsoft Office Applications
Training related to Microsoft Office applications. These skills are useful for preparing documents, organising information, working with spreadsheets, and completing everyday administrative tasks.
The precise applications and proficiency levels covered have not been specified in the available announcement.
2. Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Cybersecurity focuses on protecting computer systems, networks, and information from digital threats. Introductory learning in this area may cover concepts such as online safety, password protection, and recognising suspicious digital activity.
These are examples of common cybersecurity topics, not a verified syllabus for this specific programme.
3. Cyber Threat Management
Cyber threat management involves understanding how digital threats are identified, assessed, and addressed.
The specific tools, practical exercises, and technical depth of the training have not been disclosed.
4. Digital Transformation
Digital transformation refers to using technology to improve how organisations work, manage information, and deliver services. Understanding this area helps learners appreciate how digital systems are used across business operations — not only in dedicated IT departments.
💡 Important: Applicants should ask Deviare to confirm the detailed curriculum, assessment requirements, and any certification awarded before assuming the programme leads to a particular cybersecurity qualification.
Who Qualifies for Deviare Digital Skills Programme?
According to the published announcement, applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have completed Matric or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.
- Be unemployed.
- Reside within the Royal Bafokeng Nation.
- Provide a letter from the Kgosana confirming residency.
- Not be participating in another learnership or internship.
- Not be enrolled at a tertiary institution, including a TVET college.
📌 The announcement does not state an upper age limit. Follow the conditions published on the official recruitment portal rather than assuming an age range.
People living with disabilities are specifically encouraged to apply.
Why the Residency Requirement Matters
This is not an opportunity open to all South Africans regardless of where they live.
Applicants must reside within the Royal Bafokeng Nation and provide the specified confirmation letter. Living elsewhere in North West Province does not automatically establish eligibility.
If you’re unsure whether your residential area qualifies, clarify this with the programme organisers before spending time preparing an application.
⚠️ Do not provide a false residential address to try to meet the eligibility requirements.
Required Documents
Prepare the following:
- South African ID – a copy of your identity document.
- Matric certificate – a copy showing your completed school qualification.
- Updated CV – a current summary of your education, skills, and any relevant experience.
- Letter from the Kgosana – confirmation that you reside within the Royal Bafokeng Nation.
The residency confirmation is particularly important because it’s tied directly to the programme’s geographical eligibility requirement.
Before applying, make sure your documents are readable and your personal information is consistent across the application.
The available announcement does not establish whether additional documents are required by the current recruitment portal. Check its instructions before submitting.
What About Drug and Toxicology Testing?
The published programme announcement states that shortlisted applicants will undergo compulsory drug and toxicology testing.
Applicants should read the relevant recruitment conditions carefully and contact the organisers if they need clarification about the process or any applicable arrangements.
Being shortlisted does not, by itself, guarantee acceptance into the programme.
Does the Programme Offer a Stipend?
The available announcement does not disclose a monthly stipend or confirm whether transport, accommodation, or other allowances will be provided.
Applicants should not assume that the training is paid simply because it’s intended for unemployed young people.
Before accepting an offer, ask the organisers to clarify:
- Any financial support.
- Attendance requirements.
- Training expenses.
- Other practical arrangements.
This is especially important for applicants who would need to travel to Phokeng to attend training.
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