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What is KITSO GAP YEAR
KITSO GAP YEAR is a gap year program which helps matriculants upgrade their results, study further, gain employment and start a business.
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The kitso gap year program helps matriculants like you upgrade their marks, apply for tertiary studies, find employment and create opportunities for themselves and others through entrepreneurship.
WHY KITSO GAP YEAR PROGRAM IS IMPORTANT
The Kitso Gap Year Program is designed to address the challenges faced by matriculants in South Africa. With a significant percentage of matriculants unsure of their career paths, high youth unemployment rates, and limited access to tertiary education, our program provides the necessary support and guidance to help young individuals navigate their future successfully.
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Of matriculants are unsure of their career path
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Youth in south africa are unemployed meaning for every 10 young people you see 6 are not working
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of matriculants get accepted into tertiary education institutions
About the KITSO Gap year Program
KITSO GAP YEAR is an organisation that runs an annual gap year program that helps matriculants study further, find employment and create opportunities for themselves and others through entrepreneurship.
To achieve this goal we assist students to upgrade their marks by providing them with access to study material and online classes and tutors. Secondly, we help students to apply to bursaries and tertiary education institutions whilst providing career guidance and coaching which helps students make confident decisions about their future.
KITSO also provides help with the entire job search journey, which means we help our student find open job positions, write their CV's, prepare for their interview and land their first role. To ensure that our students have a higher chance of success in the job market they will receive free certificates of completion for our online and face to face short courses. Lastly, we help matriculates start and successfully run businesses.
The KITSO GAP YEAR program will be open to matriculants from 2020 to 2026.
What We Offer
Tertiary Application Support
We guide you through applications for universities, colleges, and bursaries.
Job Readiness & Employment
CV building, interview preparation, and connecting you with employers.
Entrepreneurship
Learn how to build your own opportunities through business and innovation.
Mentorship & Guidance
Get support from experienced mentors to help you make the right decisions.
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Take Control Of Your Gap Year Today
Applications are open. Join hundreds of matriculants who chose to use their gap year to build skills, gain experience and create opportunities for themselves.
Our Free Short Courses
Explore our short courses designed to equip you with practical skills and knowledge for your next step.
Advanced Computer Fundamentals
Build digital skills needed for the modern workplace, including productivity tools and online systems.
Employment Readiness Training
Prepare for the job market with CV writing, interview skills, and workplace readiness.
Entrepreneurship
Learn how to start and grow your own business with practical guidance and mentorship.
What We Do
How We Help You Move Forward
We make decisions about your future easier by providing structured support, real skills, and meaningful opportunities — so that your gap year becomes the best decision you ever made.
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Tertiary Applications Support
We guide you through the entire university and college application process — from choosing the right institution to submitting a compelling application that gets noticed.
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Job Readiness & Employment
Build a professional CV, master interview skills, and develop the workplace confidence that employers are looking for. We connect you with real opportunities.
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Entrepreneurship & Opportunity Creation
Learn the fundamentals of starting and running a business. From identifying opportunities in your community to building something that creates income and impact.
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Life Skills & Personal Development
Financial literacy, communication, time management and goal setting — the skills school never taught you but that determine your success in every area of life.
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Build Skills. Explore Opportunities. Shape Your Future.
Join the Kitso Gap Year program and gain the tools, knowledge, and experience you need to succeed in today’s world.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Any matriculant who graduated between 2021 and 2026 can apply. We welcome students from all backgrounds and walks of life.
We offer three core tracks: Tertiary Applications Support, Job Readiness & Employment, and Entrepreneurship & Opportunity Creation. All participants go through all three tracks.
No. Applying to the Kitso Gap Year Program is completely free. There are no hidden costs in the application process.
A gap year done right sets you up for long term success. Our program gives you structure, skills, mentorship and real opportunities — so you don't waste a single day.
You will need your personal details, school information, a list of your subjects and levels obtained, and an image of your matric results.
We have a dedicated tertiary applications track where we help you choose the right institution, prepare your application, and improve your chances of acceptance.
Yes! Our entrepreneurship track is designed to give you practical tools to identify opportunities, build a business plan, and take your first steps as an entrepreneur.