The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) is proud to have hosted its very first Welding Competition highlighting the importance of creating practical, inclusive pathways into South Africa’s automotive and related industries. 10 learners from Bergsig Special School put their welding skills to the test as part of the bigger Motor Mech Show / Alles op […]
August is a bumper month, not only for women, but also to showcase young talent. Every August, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Month shines a spotlight on the vital role South Africa’s TVET colleges play in equipping young people with the practical skills needed to enter the workforce. For the automotive sector, however, […]
UPDATE: 20/08/2026 When we last wrote about a young Bloemfontein autobody repair apprentice that had earned national recognition after winning the gold medal in the Autobody Repair category at the WorldSkills South Africa (WSZA) National Competition, securing his place to represent South Africa on the global stage. We caught up with Mesuli Nande Gxalaba (21), […]
The South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), in partnership with the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), is intensifying its efforts to address the critical shortage of training opportunities in the motor body repair sector. New Training Landscape, Fewer Providers Following the official shift to occupational qualifications on 1 July 2024, the sector continues to […]
In a country where the future of many young people hangs in the balance due to challenges in traditional education systems, Baysville School of Skills in East London is lighting the way forward – one learner at a time. This exceptional institution recently welcomed a team from the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA) […]
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) continues to drive skills development in the automotive sector by working closely with training institutions and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to ensure the next generation of mechanics receive the necessary training and industry exposure. Following the RMI’s recent recognition of the College of Cape Town’s (COCT) contributions to […]
