AGSA Learnership Programme 2025/2026 Offers R3,500 Monthly Stipend for Unemployed Youth
Young South Africans looking for a practical way to enter the hospitality industry can now benefit from the AGSA Learnership Programme 2025/2026, which offers a monthly stipend of R3,500 and a nationally recognised qualification. The programme is delivered by African Global Skills Academy (AGSA) in partnership with CATHSSETA and is aimed at unemployed youth who want real workplace experience and formal training.
With unemployment remaining a major challenge for young people in South Africa, learnerships like this one provide a valuable bridge between education and employment. The AGSA Learnership combines classroom learning with hands-on experience, helping participants gain skills that are directly relevant to the job market.
What Is the AGSA Learnership Programme?
The AGSA Learnership focuses on Food and Beverage Services and leads to a National Certificate: Food & Beverage Services (NQF Level 4). This qualification is accredited by CATHSSETA, ensuring that it is recognised across the hospitality and tourism sector.
The programme runs for 12 months, during which learners are exposed to both theory and practical training. Participants will learn essential hospitality skills such as customer service, food handling, workplace professionalism, and teamwork. The workplace component takes place in real hospitality environments, giving learners experience that employers value.
Monthly Stipend and Financial Support
Learners accepted into the programme will receive a monthly stipend of R3,500, subject to attendance and performance requirements. This stipend is intended to assist with transport and basic living expenses while learners complete the programme.
While the stipend is not a salary, it provides important financial relief for unemployed youth who want to gain skills without having to pay for training.