To the CEO of Neftaly Mr Neftaly Malatjie, the Chairperson Mr Legodi, Neftaly Royal Committee Members and all Neftaly Chiefs and SuayPro Human capital

Kgotso a ebe le lena

Date: 29 October 2025

Time: 12:00 PM

Venue: Waterfall Campus Midrand

Facilitator: Mrs. Thulisile Maboa

1. Introduction and Purpose of the Meeting

The session between Neftaly and Accenture South Africa was convened to discuss partnership alignment for the FY2025/2026 implementation period. The purpose of the meeting was to:

Review Neftaly’s proposed programs under its digital innovation and youth employability portfolio.

Explore how Accenture’s global shift towards Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be integrated into local development initiatives.

Discuss funding opportunities, capacity support, and long-term partnership growth.

Establish a collaborative approach for skills development, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship support across Neftaly’s learner base.

Both parties reaffirmed their shared mission to create impactful youth employment pathways through digital training, work-integrated learning, and entrepreneurship incubation.

2. Attendance

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa

Ms. Tshireletso

Mr. Clifford Legodi

Mrs. Regaugetswe Mashala

Mr. Puluko Nkiwane

Ms. Linah Ralepelle

3. Meeting Agenda

Opening and welcome remarks

Overview of Accenture and Neftaly collaboration framework

Accenture’s transformation and upskilling strategy for FY25/26

Neftaly’s program focus areas for 2025/2026

Discussion on learnerships, internships, and entrepreneurship support

Funding opportunities and proposal development

Pipeline management, learner data, and tracking systems

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa opened Accenture’s input by reaffirming the company’s commitment to supporting partners that align with its global vision of “Skills to Succeed” and local transformation initiatives. She noted that Accenture’s focus has shifted to AI-driven learning, automation, and technology-centered career pathways, urging Neftaly to align its programs accordingly.

Unpacking Accenture and Neftaly FY25/26 Collaboration Framework

Mr. Legodi presented Neftaly’s proposed skill development portfolio for FY25/26, which includes the following training components:

Data Analysis and Business Intelligence

Graphic Design with AI integration

Digital Marketing and E-Commerce Entrepreneurship

Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Software Development, Coding, and Web Design (HMI feeder platform)

Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy, and Digital Trading

He explained that Neftaly’s objective is to equip youth and emerging entrepreneurs with practical and technical skills, enabling them to participate actively in the digital economy while addressing unemployment challenges.

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa and Ms. Tshireletso noted that these focus areas align with Accenture’s AI and digital skilling priorities, and that collaboration would be beneficial if the curriculum is structured around job readiness and applied learning outcomes.

Accenture’s Evolving Approach and Learnership Focus

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa shared that Accenture is evolving its partner model to ensure that its programs lead to tangible employment outcomes.

Cifford said 12-month Systems Development Learnership for 13 participants, emphasizing coding and digital system transformation.

She noted that Digital Marketing has transitioned into a recognized profession, with several candidates now working remotely through internship placements facilitated by Accenture partners.

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa inquired whether Neftaly maintains an active pipeline system to track learners from recruitment through training to job placement.

Neftaly Pipeline and Data Tracking

Mr. Legodi confirmed that Systems Development and Digital Marketing are Neftaly’s most successful training tracks in terms of job absorption.

However, Neftaly is still in the process of developing a centralized learner management and data tracking system to generate impact metrics for future reports and donor evaluations.

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa recommended strengthening this system to enable accurate impact reporting, which will be essential for accessing additional grant funding.

Funding, Grants, and Resource Allocation

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa confirmed that Accenture remains Neftaly’s primary funding partner, though the global “Skills to Succeed” budget has been significantly reduced.

Accenture is restructuring its grant allocation, prioritizing programs that show innovation, measurable outcomes, and AI inclusion.

South Africa, however, still benefits from localized funding opportunities.

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa announced that 550 paid grant opportunities will be made available in May 2026 for qualifying partners and programs.

Mr. Legodi indicated Neftaly’s readiness to submit a formal proposal by the second week of November 2025, highlighting AI pathways, digital entrepreneurship, and collaboration with corporate entities.

Both agreed that the proposal should reflect clear pathways, outcome-based indicators, and upskilling alignment rather than general learning interventions.

4.6 Collaboration, Capacity Development, and Visual Training

Mr. Legodi proposed that Accenture host a series of capacity-building sessions focusing on:

Work-Integrated Learning and internship readiness

Digital transformation for trainers

Entrepreneurial development and business management

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa welcomed the suggestion and requested that Neftaly submit a list of participants who would benefit from the upcoming visual training workshops.

She also encouraged Neftaly to identify internal trainers who could receive mentorship to improve training delivery quality.

Entrepreneurship Development and Accreditation

Tshireletso raised a question regarding the entrepreneurship program outcomes, asking how Neftaly ensures practical application and sustainability.

Mr. Legodi responded that while the interest level among participants is high, many lack consistent progress due to challenges in financial management and business planning.

Neftaly is now focusing on embedding E-Commerce skills, service-based entrepreneurship, and QCTO-accredited modules to ensure learners can commercialize their skills and operate legitimate enterprises.

Partnerships and Collaboration Opportunities

Tshireletso asked about Neftaly’s collaboration with other government and industry stakeholders, including DSD, MICT SETA, and HWSETA.

Clifford explained that Neftaly continues to engage with these partners to align programs with national standards and enhance funding diversification.

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa encouraged these engagements, stating that cross-sector collaboration strengthens program sustainability.

She added that Accenture would explore ways to support Neftaly’s operational capacity and monitor progress milestones.

Mrs. Thulisile Maboa also noted that IT equipment donations, including laptops, are made every four years, and Neftaly should prepare a formal request to be included in the next distribution round.

The meeting was highly constructive and collaborative, demonstrating mutual interest in achieving sustainable outcomes.

Accenture emphasized innovation, measurement, and AI transformation, while Neftaly emphasized youth inclusion and localized implementation.

My message shall end here

Linah Ralepelle | Development Manager | Neftaly