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Three days. Three audiences. One powerful mission — everything you need to know about the SOWETO CAREERS & SKILLS SUMMIT EXPO 2026.

Dates
22 – 24 July 2026
Daily Hours
08:00 – 17:00
Venue
Orlando Community Hall, Soweto
Entry
FREE for Youth & Learners
The Programme

3-Day Schedule

Each day is designed for a specific audience with targeted programming and real opportunities — from school principals to aspiring entrepreneurs.

Skills Bridge Conference
DAY 1 • 22 JULY 2026

Skills Bridge Conference

Schools and Industry Partnerships for Career Guidance

08:00 – 17:00 Main Arena + Breakaway Rooms

Target Audience

School PrincipalsLO TeachersCorporate PartnersSETAsHigher EducationGovernment

Programme Sessions

08:00 – 09:00
Registration & Welcome
09:00 – 12:00
Structured Discussions & Networking
12:00 – 13:00
Partnership Commitment Ceremony
13:00 – 16:00
Educator Resource & Tools Workshop
16:00 – 17:00
Networking & Closing Remarks
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Career Convention
DAY 2 • 23 JULY 2026

Career Convention

Career Guidance Day for Grade 10–12 Learners & Students

08:00 – 17:00 Main Arena + Industry Zones

Target Audience

Grade 10–12 LearnersFET/TVET StudentsYouth 15–18Schools with Disabilities

Programme Sessions

08:00 – 09:00
Registration & Welcome
09:00 – 16:00
50+ Exhibitor Stands — Industry Zones
09:00 – 16:00
Disability Inclusion Pavilion
10:00 – 16:00
Career Guidance & Bursary Sessions
11:00 – 16:00
Live Skills Demonstrations
16:00 – 17:00
Closing & Networking
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Entrepreneurship Summit & Skills Expo
DAY 3 • 24 JULY 2026

Entrepreneurship Summit & Skills Expo

Career Expo & Entrepreneurship Summit running in parallel

08:00 – 17:00 Main Arena + Summit Rooms

Target Audience

NEET Youth (18–35)Aspiring EntrepreneursSMMEs & Start-upsGraduatesYouth with Disabilities

Programme Sessions

08:00 – 09:00
Registration & Welcome
09:00 – 10:30
Mindset & Inspiration Sessions
10:30 – 12:00
Foundational Skills Workshops
12:00 – 13:00
Navigating the System (NYDA, CIPC, SETAs)
13:00 – 16:30
Enabler's Expo Zone — Funders & Support Agencies
16:30 – 17:00
Closing Remarks & Celebration
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Expected Attendance

5,500+ Young
People Over 3 Days

A diverse range of youth segments engaged across the three-day ecosystem — from Grade 10 learners to aspiring entrepreneurs and SMMEs.

SegmentExpected NumberDays
Grade 10–12 Learners3,500+23 July (Day 2)
FET/TVET Students500+23 July (Day 2)
NEET Youth (18–35)800+24 July (Day 3)
Aspiring Entrepreneurs200+24 July (Day 3)
SMMEs & Start-ups150+24 July (Day 3)
Youth with Disabilities450+23 & 24 July (Day 2 & 3)
TOTAL5,500+22–24 July 2026
Venue

Orlando Community Hall, Soweto

Located in the heart of Soweto, Orlando Community Hall is a landmark venue with a rich history. The venue offers a large main arena, multiple breakaway rooms, industry zones, and full accessibility for all attendees.

Orlando Community Hall, Orlando, Soweto, Johannesburg

Accessible via Rea Vaya BRT and Metrobus routes

Ample free parking available on-site

Fully accessible with dedicated Disability Inclusion Pavilion

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