Within the entire B-BBEE framework, learnerships stand out as the single most effective and powerful instrument  for achieving your Skills Development objectives. They are a multi-purpose tool that allows you to solve several B-BBEE problems simultaneously. By implementing a strategic learnership program, you can "double-dip" and "triple-dip" on points, all while building your future talent pipeline. Here is how one learnership program solves three of your biggest scorecard h

For any business paying the 1% Skills Development Levy (SDL), the Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) is the most critical link between your company and your SETA. Many businesses are unaware that appointing and registering an SDF is a mandatory requirement  to claim any SETA grants. If you have not formally appointed an SDF, you cannot submit your WSP/ATR, and you will forfeit your 20% Mandatory Grant rebate. What is the Role of an SDF? The SDF is your company's official co

If your company's annual payroll exceeds R500,000, you are required to pay a 1% Skills Development Levy (SDL) to SARS every month. Many business owners view this as just another tax. However, this 1% levy is a strategic investment vehicle, and you are entitled to get a significant portion of it back. The SETA system is designed to give you this money back through two different "pots": Mandatory Grants and Discretionary Grants. Understanding the difference is critical to maxim

The strategic advantages of hosting a learner are undeniable: massive cost savings, a B-BBEE compliance boost, and a pipeline of new talent. However, many business owners hesitate, worried about the potential administrative burden. Dealing with SETA registration, learnership contracts, and compliance documentation can seem like a full-time job. That's why our service is designed to remove that burden entirely. At White Paper Systems, we provide full-service management , handl