Practical Skills Development for the Retail Sector
W&R SETA-Accredited Skills Development Practitioner
Since 2013, Beam Africa Academy has delivered practical skills development solutions to businesses within the wholesale and retail sector.
Supporting Your Skills Development Requirements
As a contracted Sector Liaison Officer for the Wholesale & Retail SETA, Beam Africa Academy supports Skills Development Levy (SDL)-paying small and medium-sized businesses with the preparation and submission of their Annual Training Reports (ATRs) and Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs).
Our aim is to make the skills development process easier to manage while helping businesses access relevant training and development opportunities within the wholesale and retail sector.
Experience Across the Retail Sector
Beam Africa Academy works with a diverse client base across retail sub-sectors, including fuel retail, FMCG and other small and medium enterprises. References are available on request.
Our Services
Annual Training Reports & Workplace Skills Plans
Preparation and submission of Annual Training Reports (ATRs) and Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs) for Skills Development Levy-paying companies within the wholesale and retail sector.
W&R SETA Discretionary Grant Applications
Preparation and submission of W&R SETA discretionary grant applications on your behalf, with project management support provided for approved applications.
Accredited Learnerships & Skills Programmes
Delivery of W&R SETA-accredited learnerships and skills programmes, with QCTO-recognised Occupational Qualifications planned from 2027.
What Makes Beam Africa Academy Different?
Workplace Readiness Programme
We offer a customised Workplace Readiness Programme for unemployed learners completing learnerships and skills programmes.
Our W&R SETA-sponsored pilot project achieved an 80% completion rate in 2025/26, well above the national average of below 60%.
In 2026, Beam Africa Academy was recognised by W&R SETA as the leading private skills development practitioner in the Northern Free State.
A Comprehensive Approach to Development
Our approach extends beyond core retail skills. We combine industry-specific training with important personal and career development areas, including:
- Personal and career development
- Personal finance management
- Work ethics
- Effective communication
Supporting Businesses Nationwide
Beam Africa Academy is based in Gauteng, with a satellite office in the Free State, enabling us to support clients nationwide.
Let’s Talk About Your Skills Development Requirements
Whether you require assistance with Workplace Skills Plans and Annual Training Reports, discretionary grant applications, learnerships or accredited skills programmes, we welcome the opportunity to discuss how Beam Africa Academy can assist your business.
Ben Pieterse
082 263 4237
ben@beamafricaacademy.co.za