Who We Are
ORT South Africa empowers individuals and communities through education, skills development, entrepreneurship and innovation. Our programmes equip learners, educators, young people and entrepreneurs with practical skills that prepare them for a changing world of work.
Through STEM education, coding and robotics, digital skills, accredited training, work readiness and enterprise development, we create pathways to opportunity while supporting businesses to achieve meaningful social and economic impact.
For more than 90 years, ORT SA has remained committed to one purpose: using education and skills to help people build stronger futures for themselves, their families and their communities.
Welcome Back to the ORT SA family.
Once a learner, always a part of our community. ORT SA alumni? we want to stay connected. Whether you want to mentor others, share your success, or access new opportunities
Explore what’s New reconnect, and be part of the impact!
Looking to Build Your Future?
ORT SA offers free accredited programmes in digital skills, data science, cloud administration, and more. Youβll gain the experience, confidence, and support you need to succeed in todayβs world of work.
Explore open opportunities and apply today.
What We Offer
Our Programmes
Building skills, creating opportunities and empowering people through education, technology and enterprise.
Skills
Skills & Enterprise Development
Work readiness, learnerships and skills development that support employability, entrepreneurs and growing businesses.
STEM
Coding, Robotics & STEM Education
Inspiring learners and empowering educators through coding, robotics, maths, technology and digital literacy.
IT Academy
Digital Skills & Technology
Preparing people for a digital future through practical digital skills, data, cybersecurity and technology training.
ORT Jet
Entrepreneurship
& Business Growth
Helping entrepreneurs and small businesses grow through mentorship, practical training and networking opportunities.
We need your help
Impact in Numbers
2004 β 2025
Students in STEM
Learnership Participants
SMEs Supported
Teachers
Computer Graduates
Work Placements
Work Readiness Participants
Coding & Robotics Students




