The Take Note Academy of Excellence is pleased to welcome a new cohort of 20 students in
partnership with MICT SETA and the City of Ekurhuleni. This initiative addresses the critical
challenge of high unemployment among graduates, particularly in the IT, cybersecurity, and
technology sectors, while simultaneously tackling the significant skills shortage prevalent in
these industries. Rapid technological advancements further exacerbate this gap, making it
difficult for individuals to remain competitive in the job market. The Take Note Academy of
Excellence, with its innovative cybersecurity program, stands as a testament to the company’s
unwavering commitment to shaping the future of cybersecurity, technology, and education in
South Africa.
As South Africa navigates the dual challenges of rising youth unemployment and an urgent
need for digital transformation, the Cyber Excellence Academy aims to equip young South
Africans with the essential skills for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Through cutting-edge,
industry-aligned training, the program nurtures the next generation of tech professionals who
will build, secure, and transform our digital future.
This current cohort of 20 students will undergo intensive cybersecurity training, preparing them
for a career in Cybersecurity by providing hands-on experience and networking opportunities.
Upon successful completion of the program, the students will be placed with the City of
Ekurhuleni, a strategic partner in this initiative. This placement marks a crucial step in bridging
the gap between education and employment, ensuring that our youth are not merely trained but
actively contributing to safeguarding South Africa’s digital landscape. Take Note Group of
Companies commits to placing all trained students into employment via its industry partners and
vendors.
“This is more than a training program; it’s a long-term investment in the future,” says Mamela Luthuli,
CEO of Take Note Group.
“We’re proud to partner with MICT SETA and the City of Ekurhuleni to create real pathways for young people
to enter the cybersecurity space, which is one of the most critical areas in today’s tech-driven world”.
The partnership with MICT SETA is ongoing, forming part of a broader shared vision to build a
digitally skilled, economically active, and globally competitive workforce. The Take Note
Academy of Excellence not only provides world-class cyber and Internet of Things security
training solutions but also plays a key role in securing South Africa’s future by “Bridging the
Gap: Critical skills for a digital world”.
For media enquiries, interviews, or to attend the induction ceremony, please contact:
Tutu Zondo
Email: ngokuhle@takenoteit.co.za
Phone: 063 336 1352