WIL Africa 2026 · 23–25 November · Wits School of Education

Please note normal rates

Registrations and payments outside the Early Bird window attract the normal conference rates below, unless a special payment arrangement was confirmed in writing before the Early Bird window closed.

Platinum

R11 000

Corporate & Individual

R13 150

Non-members

R15 000

Checklist One — 9 October 2026 Dropdown — click to read the delegate letter

WIL Africa 2026

Dear WIL AFRICA Delegate

As we continue the countdown, we trust that your preparations for WIL AFRICA 2026 attendance are on track.

Please ensure that:

  1. The registration form has been completed for each delegate, including guest speakers. Registration is imperative to guarantee individual access to the Wits Sport Conference Centre.
  2. If registered within the Early Bird window, you have received the correct conference invoice, and had it processed within cut-off times.
  3. Conference fees have been paid and proof of payment sent to and received by SASCE via admin@sasce.net no later than 12 October for Early Bird rates. Registrations and payments outside the Early Bird window will attract normal rates, unless a special payment arrangement had been made by the institution and an undertaking confirmed in writing prior to closing of the Early Bird window.
  4. Your abstract submission has been confirmed, the abstract accepted and reviewed, and, where applicable, your revised version submitted. If you are unsure of your abstract status, please re-check and upload. For enquiries email research@sasce.net, stating your allocated abstract number (WILAB No.). Final submissions should be sent no later than 1 November 2026 to secure a conference presentation slot.
  5. Presentation slots at the conference are arranged according to the sub-themes. Please liaise via WhatsApp on 083 315 2522 once your attendance is confirmed.
  6. Where applicable, your Research Workshop attendance request has been submitted via the registration channel. Priority is given to delegates who have submitted abstracts and to delegates or guests who intend to write full research papers or WIL-related academic articles.
  7. Your accommodation is secured. Hotel rooms held for the Early Bird special window at the Milpark Garden Court are to be released on 12 October 2026.

SASCE Newsletter

WACE Newsletters 2025

SASCE Membership Options

Explore our membership tiers designed for institutions, corporates, and individuals committed to advancing Co-operative and Work-Integrated Education (CWIE) in Southern Africa.

Membership Tiers:

  • Platinum – Educational Institution (From R50 000 / Year) – All corporate benefits, logo exposure, event discounts, priority WIL placements, and 5 AGM voting rights.
  • Corporate Membership (R10 000 / Year) – Graduate placements, CWIE training, advisory forum participation, career expos, and 1 AGM voting right.
  • Individual Membership (R1 000 / Year) – Publications access, WIL updates, networking, conferences, research, and 1 AGM voting right.
  • Open Platinum Membership (From R100 000 / Year) – Strategic project access, tailored partnerships, global CWIE insights, and 1 AGM voting right.
Join Now
SASCE Membership

Latest Publications

Stay updated with the latest research and insights in cooperative and work-integrated education

WIL Africa 2024 Proceedings

Comprehensive collection of conference proceedings showcasing the latest research and developments in Work-Integrated Learning across Africa.

Read More

SASCE News & Updates

Stay informed with the latest news, events, and developments in the cooperative education sector.

Read More

SASCE Archives

Comprehensive repository of research, proceedings, and resources for Co-operative and Work-Integrated Learning in Southern Africa.

WIL AFRICA 2024 Conference Proceedings
Access the latest conference proceedings from WIL AFRICA 2024. This comprehensive collection showcases the latest research, insights, and developments in Work-Integrated Learning across Africa.

Access Proceedings

Find Archives

Recent Activities & Archives

Explore our past events, conferences, and historical milestones

Conference History

2024
WIL Africa 2024 Conference

5th Annual Work-Integrated Learning Africa Conference

View Details
2022
WIL Africa 2022 Conference

4th Annual Work-Integrated Learning Africa Conference

View Details
2018
WIL Africa 2018 Conference

3rd Annual Work-Integrated Learning Africa Conference

View Details

About SASCE

The Southern African Society for Co-operative Education

(SASCE) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting individuals and institutions in integrating academic studies with quality workplace-based learning. SASCE advocates and promotes co-operative education throughout Southern Africa linking academic institutions, business and communities

  • Improving employability of WIL of Learners and Graduates
  • Partnering in the coordination of or access to WIL Student Placement
  • Providing Access to to expert advice on WIL strategy and implementation for the stakeholder community
  • Advocating for co-operative and work-integrated learning education in Africa.

At the forefront of student work readiness and development!

Vision

To be the centre of excellence for cooperative and work-integrated education in Southern Africa

Mission

To advance cooperative and work-integrated education (CWIE) through the creation of an intelligent hub for policy, advocacy, research, development, employability and entrepreneurship

Objectives

Improve employability of WIL students and provide businesses with quality HR capacity for growth.

Strategic Goals

  • CWIE Policy and Advocacy
  • CWIE Capacity Development and Research
  • Employability and Entrepreneurship
  • Sustainability


SASCE Values

  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Respect for Law
  • Value for Stakeholders


Services

SASCE advocates and promotes co-operative education throughout Southern Africa, linking academic institutions, the business world and community organisations.

  • Offers access to expert advice on WIL strategy & implementation for the stakeholder community
  • Supports professionalisation of WIL and CWIE practice
  • Advocates for cooperative education and work-integrated learning in Africa,

working with stakeholders in bridging the gap between academic learning and the world of work!


Platinum Members


University of South Africa (UNISA)

CPUT

Durban University of Technology


Mangosuthu Univesity of Technology

IKHALA TVET College

West Coast College


ETDP SETA

Mining Qualifications Authority

TRANSNET

Majuba TVET Collage


Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a message and we'll respond as soon as possible.

Address:

Rivonia Village, Second Floor,
377 Rivonia Boulevard,
Rivonia, Johannesburg, 2128