South Africa’s creative and digital media sector continues to grow, and with it comes new opportunities for young creatives looking to turn passion into profession. The National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA) has officially opened applications for its 2026 academic intake, inviting aspiring creatives to apply for a range of industry-focused programmes.
NEMISA is well known for its commitment to developing skills in the digital, broadcast, and creative media space, offering face-to-face training at no tuition cost. This makes the institution a critical gateway for young people seeking access to quality education in an often financially restrictive industry.
Programmes Open for 2026 Applications
Applicants can apply for the following programmes:
- Radio Production
- TV Production
- Graphic Design Foundation
- Animation
- Interactive Media
These programmes are designed to equip students with both technical skills and creative insight, preparing them for real-world opportunities in broadcasting, design, animation, and digital media industries.
Application Details
- Closing Date: 30 January 2026
- Training Mode: Face-to-face
- Tuition Fees: None
Prospective students can apply through the following links:
- Creative Media Programmes:
https://forms.office.com/r/DtudgTfBkZ - Broadcast Programmes:
https://forms.office.com/r/0HvJvpGFZa
Alternatively, applicants can register directly via the NEMISA website at www.nemisa.co.za.
Enquiries
For further information or application assistance, applicants can contact:
📩 applications@nemisa.co.za
📩 b.applications@nemisa.co.za
Shaping the Future of Creative Media
As South Africa’s creative economy continues to evolve, institutions like NEMISA play a vital role in ensuring that young creatives are equipped with relevant, future-ready skills. From storytelling through radio and television to visual communication, animation, and interactive digital platforms, these programmes open doors to diverse career paths within the creative industries.
Aspiring creatives are encouraged not to miss this opportunity to invest in their future and become part of the next generation shaping South Africa’s digital and creative media landscape.
Applications are now open. The future is creative — apply today.
We really appreciate the great initiative and thanks for giving future generations an awesome opportunities. Your work will be celebrated in many generations to come.
Keep doing great work South Africa is watching over you. One day you will reap the benefits of God giving hand. Shalom!
Thank you so much for giving our South African youth such an opportunity. I will really be grateful if I become one of your students.. to study more about Radio 🙏 God bless you
Hi, my name is Matheus Matendi, I was in NEMISA IN 2002 for graphic and web design training, so my quistion is, is it posible for to apply at he age of 45