In this episode of the Get Involved and Level Up podcast, we unpack how Services SETA turns funding into measurable impact.

The conversation opens with Mr. Tsheola Matsebe, Chief Financial Officer of Services SETA, who provides insight into how public funds are managed to uphold compliance, transparency, and accountability. He breaks down financial governance processes, highlights common causes of invoice delays, emphasises the importance of proper planning and documentation, and explains how the Invoice Management System enables efficient and timely payments.

The episode also features Alfonz Fernandez, a Services SETA bursary beneficiary and postgraduate law student, who shares her journey from discovering the bursary opportunity to completing her studies without financial strain. She reflects on how access to funding reshaped her academic path, opened doors beyond the classroom, and empowered her to give back through youth development and mentorship.

Together, these conversations demonstrate how shared responsibility and effective funding unlock skills, build confidence, and shape South Africa’s future.