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South African Students Represent ORT South Africa at Scholas Programme in São Paulo, Brazil October 2023 – São Paulo, Brazil: Six exceptional King David High Schools students from South Africa embarked on a significant journey to São Paulo, Brazil, as representatives...

The remarkable strides made in coding education, the significant impact on gender equality, and the visionary projects that emerged from the Coding and Robotics initiative that has been made possible by the collaborative effort of Route Monitoring and ORT SA's, was...

As we step into November, it also marks the onset of ‘Movember’ - a global movement dedicated to raising awareness about men’s health issues, such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health. Movember is not just about growing a moustache. It's about...

October of Opportunities As the world gathered around screens to witness the spirit of teams in the Rugby World Cup, we too, in our unique arena, are reminded of the determination required to overcome hard challenges. Welcome to our 'October of Opportunities'...

Johannesburg, South Africa – STET-ORTSA end year event was held on the 24th of October, at the Indaba Fourways, showcasing the remarkable talent and ingenuity of South African learners from primary and high schools from Johannesburg East and Ekurhuleni North...

Ariellah Rosenberg, CEO of ORT SA, recently shared her insights during a panel discussion at Limmud Johannesburg's "AI from A to Z" session on the 27th of August. She delved into the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education and the challenges it poses,...

Imagine if every snowflake were the same, if every person's brain was wired the same way, and if every experience we had was identical every single day. Sounds boring, doesn’t it? In South Africa, we take pride in and cherish our individuality and distinctiveness. We...

As we bid farewell to Women's Month and welcome the vibrant spirit of Heritage Month, I feel gratitude for the rich tapestry that is South Africa. In the intersection of these two months, we discover stories that weave together the strength of our women and the deep...

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭: 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬! On the 3rd of August ORT SA together with EMET (Energy Mobility Education Trust) celebrated the remarkable achievements of 50 students who completed the ORT IT Bridging Course. But this...

What a day of empowerment, inspiration, and connection it has been as ORT SA hosted an unforgettable Women's Day event! This event served as a vibrant hub for young female professionals and visionary thought leaders to come together, fostering invaluable connections...

Hello Beautiful ladies, As we stand together on this Women's Day, I'm here to tell you that anything is possible if you set your mind to it. I remember being a young girl with dreams and aspirations, filled with a curiosity that drove me to explore, learn, and pursue...

This week, I had the privilege to visit and engage with beneficiaries who are participating in a one-year placement through the ORT-Liquid Intelligent Technologies-YES project. It was an insightful experience that I would like to share with you. Wow, what an...

ORT SA Mandela Day initiative aimed at exploring plastic sustainability and environmentalism,...

ORT SA is elated to report the continuous success of Simon Kopane, the founder and CEO of Kopane Solutions, a Johannesburg-based construction company. Simon’s journey began with ORT SA in partnership with @AEDF as a programme participant. As the Level 2 Business Plan...

ORT South Africa’s Skills & Enterprise Development Academy hosted a heartwarming breakfast event for all hosts who are currently accommodating YES (@yes4youth) youth in their businesses and schools. The event was designed to appreciate host companies for allowing...

ORT SA recently held its first annual parents’ meeting for the Second Chance programme. Sponsored by Hudaco Industries Ltd. , the Second Chance project provides expert teaching to students retaking their Grade 12 Mathematics and Physical Science subjects. ORT SA...

The ORT SA/ YES (S.A Youth for Employment) beneficiaries received IT training recently at the ORT SA premises in Houghton. The beneficiaries are part of the 12-month work experience programme, which is sponsored by Coronation Fund Managers. Through this training, the...

ORT South Africa is pleased to announce the appointment of Roland Sassoon as its new President. Sassoon is a well-respected South African business leader and entrepreneur with a proven track record of success. He is known for his innovative approach to commerce,...