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    SETA

    Sector Education and Training Authorities — 21 industry-specific bodies funded by SDL contributions.

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    SETAs are 21 industry-specific authorities established under the Skills Development Act (1998) to promote learnerships, apprenticeships and skills development in their sector. SDL-paying employers can claim back Mandatory Grants (20%) for submitting an annual Workplace Skills Plan.

    See also

    SDL
    The Skills Development Levy is a 1% employer contribution funding SETAs, payable when annual payroll exceeds R500,000.

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    Payroll Africa handles SETA calculations automatically for South African employers — SARS-aligned for 2026/27. From R90/month.

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