Training Force, in collaboration with Cheeba Cannabis Training, has embarked on a ground-breaking initiative to train a diverse group of 100 local farmers in the cultivation and value chain surrounding the production of industrial hemp. The training, which took place at the Fort Cox Agriculture and Forestry Training Institute in Middledrift just north of King

By Daniel Orelowitz. Managing Director at Training Force In South Africa, businesses are required to contribute to the social and economic development (SED) by the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Act of 2003. This legislation stipulates the assessment of SED performance through a scorecard covering enterprise development, skills training, job creation, socio-economic projects, and preferential

By Daniel Orelowitz, MD at Training Force and Trenton Birch, CEO at Cheeba Africa South Africa stands at a crossroads. The recent elections have brought renewed hope, but the nation faces a persistent challenge: unemployment. It is essential that unemployment is addressed with urgency in order to avoid economic stagnation, social unrest and wasted potential.

Written by Training Force HR team While competitive salaries and strong leadership are essential for employee retention, company culture remains a powerful yet sometimes overlooked factor. We often talk about it, but what exactly is workplace culture? And no, it’s not just offering free pizza once a month. Culture is “the set of shared attitudes,

Written by Cobus Terblanche, Training Force Chief Financial Officer TIMES ARE TOUGH… This is a statement we often hear these days, and in our current environment, it’s a hard reality. From South Africa to Training Force, all the way through to our individual households, times certainly are tough. Hence, I thought it appropriate to write

Written by Michael Barnett, Training Force: Chief Commercial Officer In the ever-evolving realm of training and development, nurturing and sustaining robust client relationships isn’t merely a commendable practice; it stands as the bedrock of achievement. Whether you operate as a freelance trainer, within a training organisation, or as an in-house corporate trainer, the vitality of

Written by Liverne Le Grange, HR Operations Manager of Training Force During the COVID pandemic we saw an increase in mental health awareness across the world. While everyone’s physical health was at sever risk during the outbreak of the virus, we were all hyper aware of the fragility of mental health while we navigated social

South Africa boasts a diverse and comprehensive educational framework that caters to the multifaceted needs of its population. Two significant pillars of this framework are Occupational Qualifications (OQs) and Higher Education Qualifications (HEQs). Both serve critical roles in equipping the nation’s workforce with necessary skills, albeit in different ways. This article delves into the primary

In a country as diverse as South Africa, where the echoes of history still reverberate through society, leadership dynamics have begun to shift. The private training provider sector, traditionally dominated by white males, is witnessing a significant transformation as women ascend to leadership positions, reshaping the landscape and challenging long-standing norms. The Struggle for Equality:

By Daniel Orelowitz, Managing Director at Training Force Working with an accredited and reputable training provider can be incredibly beneficial for an employer in South Africa looking to claim the 20% Mandatory Grant through the Skills Development Levy (SDL). Such a training partner is instrumental in helping companies navigate and meet all administrative requirements to