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The South African Department of Higher Education just signed a deal with Google to provide 5,000 free Google Career Certificate scholarships to students at public universities, TVETs, and community colleges.

These certificates are recognized by over 150 employers worldwide. 75% of graduates report landing a new job, a promotion, or a raise within 6 months.

Here's everything you need.

The 3 Certificates You Should Know About

1. Google AI Essentials

Learn how to actually use AI tools at work. Not theory. Practical prompting, automation, and workflow integration. This is the one most employers are starting to ask about.

→ Google AI Essentials Certificate

2. Google Cybersecurity Certificate

Companies in South Africa are desperate for cybersecurity skills. Starting salaries are above R400K. This cert covers threat detection, network security, and incident response.

→ Google Cybersecurity Certificate

3. Google Data Analytics Certificate

The single most requested skill in tech job listings right now. Covers SQL, spreadsheets, R programming, Tableau, and data visualization. This is the one with the widest job market.

→ Google Data Analytics Certificate

How to Get the Free Scholarship

1. Watch the Google Career Certificates SA page for the scholarship application window
2. Check with your university's financial aid office — they'll be distributing the scholarships to students at public universities, TVETs, and community colleges
3. Apply early. 5,000 spots across over a million students means these will fill fast