Welcome to Neftaly Academy
Neftaly Academy is the learning and capacity-building division of Neftaly, designed to empower individuals, communities, professionals, and organizations through accessible, practical, and high-quality education. The Academy serves as a development hub where learners strengthen skills, gain professional competencies, and build future-ready capabilities aligned with Neftaly’s mission of social impact, transformation, and sustainable development.
What Neftaly Academy Offers
1. Professional Training & Skills Development
Neftaly Academy provides structured programs that help learners build employability and business readiness. These include:
- Workplace Readiness Training
- Leadership and Management Training
- Digital Skills and Online Productivity Courses
- Community Development Training
- NPO and Social Enterprise Management
2. Learnerships, Internships & Career Pathways
As part of Neftaly’s broader workforce development mandate, the Academy supports:
- Neftaly 12-Month Internship Program
- Neftaly 18-Month TVET Internship Program
- Graduate placement and mentoring
- Career coaching and executive guidance
- Skills recognition and continuous professional development
3. Youth & Community Education
Neftaly Academy strengthens community learning through:
- Literacy and numeracy enrichment
- Entrepreneurship and innovation programs
- After-school support and tutoring
- Life skills, personal development, and health programs
4. Neftaly School Books & Learning Materials
Neftaly Academy also supports early education through the Neftaly School Books Series, such as:
- Dzinaledzi Thevhekani Reader 7 Grade R
ISBN: 9781430736325
These resources promote foundational learning, language development, and early childhood education.
Our Approach
Neftaly Academy is guided by principles of:
- Accessibility – Training available online, in communities, and in institutions.
- Quality – Aligned with national skills frameworks and international best practices.
- Impact – Designed to improve employability, strengthen communities, and expand opportunities.
- Inclusivity – Programs accommodate youth, adults, professionals, and vulnerable groups.
Who We Serve
- School learners and teachers
- University and TVET graduates
- Job seekers and interns
- Community members
- NPOs, SMMEs, and social enterprises
- Government and corporate partners
Vision
To be Africa’s leading platform for accessible, people-centered education that changes lives and builds sustainable futures.
Mission
To deliver transformative learning experiences that equip individuals with the knowledge, confidence, and skills required for meaningful participation in society, the economy, and community development.