Want a skill that can start making money in weeks?
The Moses Kotane Research Institute (MKRI) has opened applications for its Cellphone Repair Training Programme 2026 in Durban — and it comes with tools, mentorship, and business support.
This is more than training.
It’s a small business launch opportunity.
Quick Overview
Programme: Cellphone Repair Training
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Duration: 4 Weeks (Mon–Fri)
Dates: 23 February – 20 March 2026
Closing Date: 16 February 2026
Who Can Apply?
- Unemployed KZN residents
- Grade 11 with Mathematics (40%) or Mathematical Literacy (50%)
- South African ID holders
What You Will Receive
This programme goes beyond classroom learning.
Participants receive:
- Accredited technical training
- Hands-on repair experience
- A cellphone repair toolkit
- A tablet
- Business registration support
- 3 months of mentoring and coaching
This combination makes it easier to move straight into income generation.
What You’ll Learn
You will gain practical skills in:
- Diagnosing hardware faults
- Replacing screens and batteries
- Software troubleshooting
- Mobile device maintenance
- Customer service basics
- Small business fundamentals
Cellphone repair is a high-demand service in townships, campuses, and rural areas.
People always need their phones fixed.
Who Is Behind This Programme?
The training is delivered through a partnership involving:
- Moses Kotane Research Institute (MKRI)
- KZN Department of Economic Development and Environmental Affairs
- KZN Department of Social Development
- Human Capital Learning Solutions
The programme supports:
- Youth employment
- Township economy growth
- Technical skills development
- Entrepreneurship
Training Details
Venue:
190 K.E. Masinga Road
MKRI Offices
Durban
Duration: 4 Weeks
Start Date: 23 February 2026
End Date: 20 March 2026
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online.
Apply here:
https://forms.gle/goiQuwED8sEydH7LA
Closing date: 16 February 2026
Late applications may not be considered.
Priority Consideration
Preference may be given to:
- Women
- Youth
- Persons with disabilities
Applicants must also complete a pre-assessment.
Career Paths After Completion
After this programme, you could:
Employment Path:
- Work in a cellphone repair shop
- Join an electronics store
- Provide device support services
Entrepreneurship Path:
- Start a township repair kiosk
- Offer mobile repair services
- Run an online repair business
Advanced Study Path:
- Electronics technician training
- ICT certifications
- Hardware engineering studies
With experience, you could grow into:
- Business owner
- Technical trainer
- Distributor or supplier
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Important Advice
Do not treat this as just a free course.
Treat it as a business opportunity.
To maximise success:
- Attend every session
- Practice daily
- Build relationships with mentors
- Start offering small services immediately
- Focus on customer trust
Start small. Grow consistently.
Closing Date: 16 February 2026
If you live in KwaZulu-Natal and meet the requirements, apply before the deadline.