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Source domain: wrseta.org.za
Collected on 22 August 2026
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Non-PIVOTAL Discretionary Grant 2026/2027 Funding Window – Category A
This grant provides R9,500 per eligible Small and Micro Enterprise (SME) to be used solely for training and skills development of SME employees. Applicants must submit a completed application form, supporting documents, and a detailed programme rollout plan with training start and end dates. Eligible applicants include W&R Holding Companies, W&R Levy Paying Employers, W&R Franchisors, Business Associations, and organisations implementing small business support programmes.
Reference
https://www.wrseta.org.za/downloads/NON-PIVOTAL%20DISCRETIONARY%20GRANT%202026%20-%2018%20AUG.pdf
Amounts
R 10, R 9, R 4
Closing Date
Closing date not stated in the source
Category A: Funding is to the value of R9 500,00 per SME and is to be utilised solely for training/skills development of SME employees.
Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and Community Based Organisations (CBOs) Intervention
This intervention provides funding to NGOs and CBOs to support skills development and community-based enterprise initiatives. The funding is part of the Non-PIVOTAL Discretionary Grant and requires application through the standard process.
Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and Community based Organisations (CBOs) 70
Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP)
This programme supports entrepreneurship development through targeted training and skills development interventions for aspiring entrepreneurs. The specific funding amount and implementation details are defined under the broader Non-PIVOTAL Discretionary Grant framework.
Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP): 700
Cooperative’s (C0-Ops) Intervention
This intervention supports cooperatives by providing funding for skills development and business support to strengthen cooperative enterprises. The funding is part of the Non-PIVOTAL Discretionary Grant and is subject to standard application procedures.
Cooperative’s, (C0-Ops) 50
Non-PIVOTAL Discretionary Grant 2026/2027 Funding Window – Category B
This grant provides R9,500 per participating SME, allocated as follows: R3,500 for training on at least two modules, R5,500 as a business support grant for purchasing stock or equipment, and R500 for management and delivery fees to contracted Skills Development Providers (SDPs), TVETs, or HETs. Applicants must submit a completed application form, supporting documents, a Programme Rollout Plan, and proof of W&RSETA accreditation.
Category B: Funding is to the value of R9 500,00 per participating SME to be utilised as follows: • R3 500 allocated for training of SMEs on a minimum of 2 training modules; • R5 500 allocated as Business Support Grant for the purchase of stock or business equipment as per the identified needs of each participating SME;
