The South African Breweries (SAB) has opened its Business School Learnership for 2026, giving unemployed young South Africans a chance to earn while they learn. The programme combines structured training with practical workplace experience and pays a monthly stipend of R5 600, helping participants build real business skills and prepare for employment. It is open to South Africans aged 18 and older who have at least Grade 11, which makes it far more accessible than many other opportunities. Applications close on 26 July 2026, so do not wait until the last day to apply.
About the Programme
SAB is one of South Africa’s oldest and largest companies, a major manufacturer and employer that has been part of the country’s economy for well over a century. Through its Business School and skills-development programmes, SAB invests heavily in developing young talent and preparing unemployed youth for the world of work.
The SAB Business School Learnership 2026 is designed to help unemployed youth become employable through a mix of classroom-style learning and hands-on experience in business-related environments. Instead of focusing only on theory, learners spend time applying what they learn in a real workplace, which builds confidence and a practical understanding of how businesses operate. For a young person who has struggled to find a first opportunity, a learnership like this offers structure, income and a nationally relevant skill set all at once.
What You Will Learn
- Core business and workplace skills through structured training
- Practical, hands-on experience in a real business environment
- A monthly stipend of R5 600 for the duration of the learnership
- Improved employability and confidence for the job market
- Exposure to one of South Africa’s largest and best-known companies
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Who Can Apply
- You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident
- You must be at least 18 years old
- You must have Grade 11 or a higher qualification
- You should be unemployed and looking to gain skills and workplace experience
- You must be able to commit to the full duration of the learnership
Required Documents
- A certified copy of your South African ID
- A certified copy of your Grade 11 or Grade 12 results, or highest qualification
- An updated curriculum vitae
- Proof of residence
- Any additional documents requested on the official application portal
How to Apply
- Prepare an updated CV and gather certified copies of your ID and results
- Visit the official SAB careers page using the link below
- Find the SAB Business School Learnership 2026 listing and open the online application
- Complete every section of the application form accurately
- Upload your supporting documents and submit well before the closing date, as late or incomplete applications may not be considered
Closing Date
The closing date for the SAB Business School Learnership 2026 is 26 July 2026. No late applications will be accepted.
Why It Matters
For millions of young South Africans, the biggest obstacle to finding a job is a lack of experience and skills, not a lack of willingness to work. A learnership solves exactly that problem. It pays a monthly stipend so participants can support themselves while they train, and it ends with a recognised skill set and genuine workplace experience that employers value.
Because the SAB Business School Learnership accepts applicants with Grade 11, it reaches young people who may have been shut out of opportunities that demand a full matric or a degree. In a country with one of the highest youth unemployment rates in the world, a paid learnership at a company as established as SAB is a practical and dignified route into the workforce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need work experience to apply?
No. The learnership is designed for unemployed youth who need to gain skills and experience. You only need to meet the minimum education requirement of Grade 11.
Can I apply if I only have Grade 11?
Yes. Applicants need at least Grade 11 or a higher qualification, which makes this learnership more accessible than many others.
How much is the stipend?
The programme pays a monthly stipend of R5 600 for the duration of the learnership.
What happens after the learnership?
A learnership does not guarantee a permanent job, but the skills, experience and stipend it provides make you a much stronger candidate for future employment.
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