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The introduction of the Automotive Machinist Occupational Trade Qualification marks a major step in developing scarce technical skills, supporting remanufacturing excellence and strengthening artisan training pathways in South Africa.
The role of the automotive technician has evolved dramatically as vehicles become increasingly reliant on software, electronics and advanced computing systems. Industry leaders say South Africa must attract a new generation of skilled specialists to meet the growing demands of modern mobility.
Eastern Cape Motors technician Brendon Jordaan has retained his title as Ford South Africa's Top Technician for 2026 and will represent the country at the international technician skills competition in Bangkok this November.
Sherwin-Williams is supporting the BodyShop News Africa Media Room at Automechanika Johannesburg, reinforcing its commitment to training, skills development and the future of South Africa’s automotive refinishing industry.
Speaking at SA Auto Week 2026, RMI National Training Director Louis van Huyssteen encouraged young South Africans to pursue careers in the evolving automotive sector, highlighting growing opportunities linked to new vehicle technologies, diagnostics and digital skills.
Ford South Africa has launched an Autotechnician Apprenticeship Scholarship aimed at addressing the growing shortage of skilled automotive technicians, while creating career opportunities for young South Africans through a blend of formal training and hands-on dealership experience.
Surventis is reinforcing its commitment to automotive refinish skills development through its partnership with WorldSkills International, providing young professionals with access to advanced training, digital learning resources and sustainable repair practices ahead of the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai.
Gauteng has relaunched the Gauteng Automotive Learning Centre as the Manufacturing Centre of Excellence to prepare workers for the future of advanced manufacturing and New Energy Vehicle technologies.
Volkswagen Group Africa apprentice Tshililo Nelwamondo has been recognised among the company’s top young talent worldwide after receiving a prestigious international apprenticeship award in Germany.
A new partnership between Stellantis South Africa and Social Coding South Africa will bring coding, robotics and AI education to underserved communities through a mobile digital learning programme.
Hyundai Automotive South Africa’s mentorship initiative is helping young people develop practical workplace skills while creating new opportunities for further education and long-term careers.
Hyundai Automotive South Africa assembly technician Kwanele Sibisi has contributed to the production of more than 2,000 commercial vehicles, demonstrating the skill and dedication required in modern vehicle manufacturing.