E-Scoota 2025 New Venture Creation Training – Launch Your Career in Sustainable Mobility

Godisang Development invites young people to apply for the E‑Scoota & New Venture Creation Training Programme.
Applications close on 5 December 2025.

What is this programme about?

If you’re a free‑spirited teen who has never had a job or a university degree but still wants to earn money on your own terms, this opportunity can change your future.
The E‑Scoota and New Venture Creation Training Programme is a 5‑month, full‑time course that blends hands‑on scooter driving with real‑world business lessons. It’s made for young people in the Sedibeng District Municipality and nearby areas who are ready to jump into South Africa’s fastest growing job sector: last‑mile delivery.

Quick facts

Why should you care?

South Africa’s online market is exploding. Big delivery services – Uber Eats, Mr D, Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pudo – hire thousands of riders each year. At the same time, many young people launch small businesses like local courier services, grocery drop‑offs, and mobile repair pickups. With this programme you’ll learn the skills that let you:

• Drive a scooter safely and legally
• Plan and run a small delivery or courier service
• Manage money, customers, and competition
• Get a job with a delivery platform or start your own micro‑business

What the training covers

1. New Venture Creation (NQF Level 2)

   • Spot business ideas that actually work
   • Keep a budget and handle finances
   • Register your own small company
   • Write a clear business plan
   • Study customers and competitors

2. E‑Scoota Training

   • Road safety and scooter operation
   • Navigation and efficient delivery routes
   • Hands‑on riding practice
   • Help with the official licence test

3. Practical Entrepreneurship

   • Work on real delivery projects in your community
   • Run a mini‑business simulation
   • Test your skills on a small scale

4. Mentorship & Support

   • Personal coaching from experienced mentors
   • Referrals to funding agencies
   • Assistance in finding a job or starting a venture after the course

Benefits you’ll receive

• A nationally accredited NQF Level 2 certificate (32 credits)
• Practical scooter training and licence support
• Business coaching and mentorship
• Guidance on launching a micro‑business
• Help applying for delivery jobs
• Ongoing support and a network of contacts after you finish

Who is the programme for?

• South African citizens aged 18‑35
• Currently not working and not studying full‑time
• Minimum education: Grade 10
• Live in Sedibeng or the surrounding region
• Physically fit and can ride a scooter
• No criminal record (background check will be done)
• Passionate about either starting a small business or working in delivery

If you’ve struggled to find a job because you lack skills or transport, this training is tailored to give you both.

How to apply

1. Register – Create or update your profile on the Harambee Youth Employment Platform.
2. Gather your documents –
   • A certified copy of your ID
   • Proof of where you live
   • A copy of your highest qualification
   • A short 100‑word motivation: “Why I want to join the E‑Scoota and New Venture Creation Programme.”
3. Submit before the deadline – 5 December 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews and further screenings.

What can you do after the programme?

1. Get a delivery job – Work for platforms like Mr D, Uber Eats, Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pudo, or a courier company.
2. Start your own micro‑business – Use your new skills to launch:
   • A local delivery service
   • Grocery or parcel drop‑off
   • Campus delivery
   • Food delivery
   • Spaza shop routes
3. Keep learning – Move on to:
   • NQF Level 3 in entrepreneurship
   • Small Business Financial Management
   • Supply Chain or logistics qualifications

This creates a clear path from training to a stable income or even ownership of your own venture.

Quick FAQ

1. Do I need to have ridden a scooter before?
   No. The training starts with basic riding and road safety.

2. Will I receive a licence?
   The programme helps you get licensed, but you must pass the official test.

3. Is there a stipend?
   The flyer doesn’t say. Many GDED programmes offer some learner support, but check with the organisers.

4. What if I’m over 35?
   Sorry, the age limit is 18–35.

5. Can someone outside Sedibeng apply?
   Priority is given to Sedibeng residents, but people from nearby areas may be considered.

6. Do I need a high school diploma?
   No. Grade 10 is enough.

7. Will I get a job after training?
   Placement support is offered, but no job is guaranteed.

8. Is the qualification official?
   Yes, it’s a nationally accredited NQF Level 2 certificate.

9. How long is the course?
   Five months, full‑time.

10. Will there be help to start my own business?
    Yes, mentors and referrals are part of the programme.

Take the first step

If you’re ready to learn how to become a skilled scooter rider, start a delivery service, or even launch your own small business, the E‑Scoota & New Venture Creation Training Programme could be your gateway to a brighter future.

• Apply early – the deadline is 5 December 2025.
• Write a clear and passionate 100‑word motivation.
• Bring your documents ready.

Good luck, and remember this could be the beginning of your journey to independence and financial security.

Important: Godisang Development is the official provider. For any questions or to confirm details, reach out to:

• Email: info@godisang.org.za
• Phone: +27 84 809 601
• Address: 601 Bisham Road, Henly on Klip, Sedibeng, 1961

Apply today and start building the skills that will shape your future.