CATHSSETA Discretionary Grant
CATHSSETA Discretionary Grant is a grant from Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport SETA for startup, growth, established businesses across South Africa.
Overview
CATHSSETA funds employers in tourism, hospitality, arts, culture, sport and conservation to run accredited training - learnerships, internships, bursaries, skills programmes and artisan development - with most funding reserved for PIVOTAL programmes. There is no fixed grant amount per business; allocations are discretionary under the CATHSSETA DG Policy. Applications are only accepted during an advertised annual window via the CIMS online system (cims.cathsseta.org.za) - the 2026/27 window ran 11 December 2025 to 31 January 2026 and is now closed; watch for the next advert toward year-end.
Programme details last verified on 11 June 2026.
Full Description
Discretionary grants for skills development in tourism, hospitality, arts, culture, and sport sectors.
Eligibility Criteria
Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies for CATHSSETA Discretionary Grant?
CATHSSETA Discretionary Grant targets startup, growth, established businesses across South Africa.
How do I apply for CATHSSETA Discretionary Grant?
Check your eligibility with the free readiness check on Okhantu, prepare the required documents, then apply on the provider's website.
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Provider Guide
Learn about Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport SETA's application process
Document Checklist
Requirements and deadlines
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Business plan, cash flow, projections
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