Nelson Mandela Bay iHub

✨ Youth Masterclass 2026 ✨

A successful day of learning, inspiration, and empowerment as young people engaged with industry leaders and entrepreneurs on innovation, entrepreneurship, and opportunities in the digital and creative economy.

Thank you to our speakers, partners, and participants for making this event a success. Together, we are creating pathways for young people to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Take your business to the next level with the Nelson Mandela Innovation Hub.

Whether you are starting out or scaling your business, the iHub provides the tools, environment and support you need to grow and succeed.

At the Nelson Mandela Innovation Hub, you gain access to:
✔ Business Development Support
✔ Market Access Opportunities
✔ Dedicated Business Officer Support
✔ Professional Reception Services
✔ Modern Workspace with Free Internet and Coffee
✔ A Collaborative Ecosystem of Strategic Partners

Join a thriving community of entrepreneurs and innovators who are building impactful businesses across the Eastern Cape.

📩 Ready to grow your business? Connect with us today, email [email protected]
🌐 www.nmihub.co.za⁠
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🎙️ ON AIR ALERT

Tune in to Tru FM (89.3 – 107.8 FM) this 19 February 2026 at 12h45 as Akhona Dano, Nelson Mandela Enterprise Development Officer, unpacks the MICT SETA Learnership.

This insightful discussion will cover:
✔️ What the MICT SETA Learnership is about
✔️ Who qualifies and how to apply
✔️ Opportunities in the Film and TV creative sector
✔️ How this programme empowers future creative and digital professionals

If you are a young person looking to build a career in Film and TV, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

📻 Tune in to Tru FM or stream live online.

Let’s drive skills development for a digital future.

Listen here: https://listen.trufm.co.za/listentrufm/

Everything You Need to Know About the NQF 5 Film & TV Learnership 2026 - FAQs

1. What qualification is offered in this programme?
This is a 12-month NQF Level 5 Learnership in Television and Film Production offered in association with MICT SETA.

2. Who can apply?
Applicants must:
• Be between the ages of 18–35
• Reside in Gqeberha and surrounding areas
• Have passed Matric

3. Is there a stipend?
Yes. A monthly stipend of R2 500.00 will be paid for the duration of the 12-month learnership.

4. What documents are required to apply?
Applicants must submit:
• SAPS certified copy of ID (not older than 3 months)
• SAPS certified copy of Matric certificate or highest qualification (not older than 3 months)
• Specific MICTSETA affidavit downloaded from https://nmihub.co.za
• If you only have a Statement of Results (S.O.R), include a SAPS affidavit explaining why
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

5. Where do I download the required affidavit?
The specific MICTSETA affidavit is available for download on our website: https://nmihub.co.za

6. How must the affidavit be completed?
All affidavits must include your full name exactly as it appears on your ID document.

7. How do I apply?
Email your CV and required documents to: [email protected]
Subject line: Your Name – NQF 5 Learnership

8. What is the closing date?
Applications close on 24 February 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

CALLING ALL ASPIRING FILM and TV CREATIVES IN GQEBERHA!!

The Nelson Mandela Innovation Hub, in association with MICT SETA, is offering a 12-Month NQF 5 Learnership in Television and Film Production for the Class of 2026.

If you are between the ages of 18–35 years old, passionate about media and ready to build a career in the film and television industry - this opportunity is for YOU.

You will receive:
✨ Industry-relevant training
💼 Hands-on practical experience
💰 Monthly stipend of R2 500

NB:
📍 You must reside in Gqeberha and surrounding areas
📩 Send your CV and required documents to: [email protected]
📅 Closing Date: 24 February 2026

Don’t miss your chance to step into the world of production and turn your passion into a profession.

Olem Business Boutique and SMSolutions recently received technical support through the Hatch Programme, delivered by Innovator Trust, a valued partner of the Nelson Mandela Innovation Hub.

This support focuses on strengthening operational capacity and digital readiness, including business-grade laptops, connectivity, software licences and cybersecurity tools. This is the kind of practical, hands-on enablement that plays an important role in helping entrepreneurs build stronger, more resilient businesses.

We can’t wait to see the impact this support will have on their growth.

Join us in welcoming Mzi Ndungane, founder of Obatat Projects, to the Nelson Mandela Innovation Hub.

Obatat Projects specialises in network infrastructure provisioning, with a strong focus on optic fibre network development. The company delivers end-to-end services across the full network lifecycle, including network planning, infrastructure build and ongoing maintenance. Through this integrated approach, Obatat Projects plays a key role in strengthening digital connectivity and supporting reliable communications infrastructure.

We are excited to support him and his team as they scale their operations and contribute to the growth of South Africa’s digital and telecommunications ecosystem.

Welcome to the iHub Mzi!

Take a look at this feature on one of our startups, Rodney Luis, founder of JR Prodigy Venture, that is using smart technology to respond to South Africa’s ongoing water challenges.

At a time when water scarcity is a daily reality across the country, it is encouraging to see local innovation gaining national attention. We are extremely proud to see entrepreneurs from our ecosystem being recognised for work that is both practical and impactful.

🔗 Read the full article: [https://iol.co.za/business-report/entrepreneurs/2026-02-01-how-an-eastern-cape-entrepreneur-is-using-smart-technology-to-tackle-south-africas-water-crisis/]

How an Eastern Cape entrepreneur is using smart technology to tackle South Africa’s water crisis As South Africa faces mounting water shortages, Eastern Cape entrepreneur Rodney Louis is using smart technology to help municipalities, businesses and communities reduce losses and protect a scarce resource.

This past week, the Nelson Mandela Innovation Hub formally handed over the new Innovation Hub centre in Pacaltsdorp, George, to the George Municipality, marking an important step in strengthening local entrepreneurship support within the community.

Developed in partnership with the George Municipality, the centre has been established to support entrepreneurs and SMMEs through access to space, business support, skills development and innovation-led programmes aimed at enabling sustainable growth across multiple industries.The centre is expected to become operational from late February / early March and further information will be shared in the coming weeks.

Entrepreneurs and local stakeholders are encouraged to look out for upcoming announcements as we prepare to welcome businesses into the space.