You’ve probably heard about SETA whether you’re looking for a job in South Africa, upskilling, or investigating other career options. However, what is the SETA List and why is it important?
This blog post explains what SETAs are, looks at South Africa’s current SETA List, and explains how they may help businesses and students alike. This book will help you understand how SETAs can lead to new chances, whether you’re a student, job seeker, or HR professional.
Why the SETA List Matters
The SETA List is essentially a comprehensive directory of all registered SETAs in South Africa. Knowing which SETA governs your industry is crucial because:
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You can access accredited training programmes
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You can apply for learnerships or internships
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Businesses can get funding and tax benefits by training through their relevant SETA
The Full SETA List in South Africa (2025)
Here’s an up-to-date list of all 21 SETAs currently operating in South Africa:
| No. | SETA Name | Sector |
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| 1 | AGRISETA | Agriculture |
| 2 | BANKSETA | Banking and Microfinance |
| 3 | CATHSSETA | Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sport |
| 4 | CHIETA | Chemical Industries |
| 5 | ETDPSETA | Education, Training and Development Practices |
| 6 | ESETA (Now merged into EWSETA) | Energy |
| 7 | FASSET | Finance, Accounting, Management Consulting and Other Financial Services |
| 8 | FOODBEV | Food and Beverage Manufacturing |
| 9 | FP&MSETA | Fibre Processing and Manufacturing |
| 10 | HWSETA | Health and Welfare |
| 11 | INSETA | Insurance |
| 12 | LGSETA | Local Government |
| 13 | MERSETA | Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services |
| 14 | MICTSETA | Media, Information and Communication Technologies |
| 15 | MQA | Mining and Minerals |
| 16 | PSETA | Public Services |
| 17 | SASSETA | Safety and Security |
| 18 | SERVICES SETA | General Services |
| 19 | TETA | Transport Education and Training |
| 20 | W&RSETA | Wholesale and Retail |
| 21 | EWSETA | Energy and Water |
How to Find the Right SETA for You
To find your sector’s SETA:
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Identify the industry you work in or want to work in.
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Match it to the relevant SETA on the list above.
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Visit the SETA’s official website for accredited training providers, learnership opportunities, and application procedures.
Example: If you’re interested in digital marketing, you’d look at MICTSETA, which covers ICT and media industries.
How SETAs Help You Get Ahead
Here are just a few ways SETAs support your career journey:
✅ Learnerships – Earn while you learn through practical, accredited training.
✅ Skills Programmes – Short courses tailored to industry needs.
✅ Internships and Work Experience – Get hands-on industry exposure.
✅ Bursaries and Funding – Some SETAs offer bursaries for studies in their sectors.