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    MKRI Cosmetology Skills Programme Applications Open | Apply Now

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    The Moses Kotane Research Institute (MKRI) has issued a call for applications for an accredited Cosmetology Skills Development Programme, specifically targeting unemployed individuals in KwaZulu-Natal. This strategic initiative is designed to equip participants with practical, industry-relevant skills that foster self-employment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable income-generating opportunities within the rapidly growing beauty and wellness sector. By lowering barriers to entry, the programme actively promotes economic participation among youth, women, and individuals from rural and township communities.

    Programme Details and Scope

    The programme will accommodate a cohort of 50 participants and will be delivered by an accredited training provider in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, with a tentative start date in November 2026. The comprehensive curriculum is structured to provide foundational and advanced competencies across three core modules:

    • Nail Care (15 Days)
    • Make-Up Application (1 Month)
    • Swedish Body Massage (2 Months)
      Participants who successfully complete all training modules and assessments will receive formal, accredited certification, enhancing their professional credibility and marketability.

    Eligibility Requirements

    To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must meet strict baseline criteria. Candidates must:

    • Be South African citizens currently residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
    • Be unemployed at the time of application.
    • Be between the ages of 18 and 35 years.
    • Hold a minimum educational qualification of Grade 11.
    • Demonstrate a genuine interest in the beauty, wellness, and cosmetology sector.
    • Be fully available to attend the entire duration of the training programme.
    • Preference will be given to applicants from rural and township communities, as well as to women and youth, in support of broader transformation objectives.

    Mandatory Application Documents

    Incomplete applications will be automatically disqualified. Applicants must ensure the submission of the following mandatory documents:

    • A completed online application form.
    • A certified copy of a valid South African Identity Document.
    • Official proof of residence within KwaZulu-Natal.
    • A comprehensive and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
    • Certified copies of the highest educational qualification or a statement of results.

    Important Programme Conditions

    Prospective applicants must note several critical conditions regarding the programme’s structure and support. This is a fully sponsored opportunity, and no registration or training fees will be charged to successful candidates. However, MKRI will not provide transport, meals, or accommodation; participants are responsible for their own logistics to and from the Durban training venue. While starter kits may be provided subject to funding availability, this is not guaranteed. Furthermore, successful applicants must commit to 100% attendance, and MKRI reserves the right not to make an award under this call if suitable candidates are not identified.

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    Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications exclusively via the official online portal. All required documents must be uploaded through the form no later than 23:59 on Sunday, 25 October 2026. Applications submitted via email or after the deadline will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further engagement. If no feedback is received within two weeks of the closing date, applicants should consider their submission unsuccessful.

    Prospective applicants can access the application portal and detailed programme information via the official links below:

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