At LearnersTag, our goal is to provide clear, useful and responsible information about learnerships, internships, bursaries and other education and career opportunities relevant to South Africans.
This Editorial Policy explains how we research, prepare, publish and update our content. It is intended to help readers understand the standards we follow when creating information for the website.
Our Editorial Approach
LearnersTag is an independent information-sharing website. We are not a government department, university, college, employer, training provider or organisation responsible for administering the opportunities discussed on our website.
Our content is created to help readers understand available opportunities and where to find official application information. We aim to present information in a straightforward manner without making guarantees about an applicant’s chances of being accepted, receiving funding or obtaining employment.
Research and Sources
When preparing articles, we aim to use reliable and relevant sources. For opportunity-related content, these may include official government websites, universities and colleges, employers, government institutions, official programme websites and other primary sources.
Where appropriate, articles include links to the relevant official source so readers can check the original information for themselves.
We may also use reputable secondary sources when they provide useful background information. Important details such as application requirements, closing dates, eligibility criteria and application procedures should be confirmed against the relevant official source before an application is submitted.
Content Creation
Our articles are written for people who are researching education and career opportunities in South Africa. We aim to explain information in a way that is accessible to readers without assuming specialist knowledge.
We avoid deliberately misleading headlines, exaggerated claims and unnecessary repetition. Content is created to provide useful information rather than simply to attract search traffic.
Where information is unavailable from a reliable source, we avoid presenting assumptions as confirmed facts. If an important detail has not been provided by the organisation offering an opportunity, we aim to make that clear to readers.
Accuracy and Updates
Opportunity information can change after publication. Closing dates may be extended, requirements may change, application links may be replaced, or an opportunity may be withdrawn by the organisation offering it.
We therefore review and update articles when we become aware of significant changes or when updated information becomes available from a relevant source.
However, an article may not immediately reflect a change made by an external organisation. Readers should always verify current information with the official organisation before applying.
For information that requires correction, readers can contact us through our Corrections Policy.
Originality and Responsible Publishing
LearnersTag aims to publish original, useful content rather than simply reproducing information from other websites.
When information from an external source is necessary, we aim to identify or link to the relevant source and add context that helps readers understand the opportunity.
We do not intentionally publish false information, misleading claims or content designed to deceive readers.
Application and Safety Information
LearnersTag does not administer the learnerships, internships or bursaries featured on the website. We provide information and direct readers to relevant application sources.
Readers should be cautious when sharing personal information online and should verify that they are using an official application website or contact provided by the organisation offering the opportunity.
LearnersTag does not charge applicants an application fee for opportunities featured on the website. Any fees or requirements imposed by an external organisation should be verified directly with that organisation.
Editorial Independence
LearnersTag aims to maintain editorial independence when publishing information. Advertising, partnerships or other commercial relationships should not be presented as independent editorial recommendations.
Where content has a commercial purpose or relationship that needs to be disclosed, appropriate disclosure will be provided to readers.
Our Commitment
We are committed to improving the quality, clarity and usefulness of LearnersTag’s content. Our editorial standards may be updated as the website develops, but our objective remains the same: to provide South African learners, students, graduates and job seekers with information that is useful, transparent and responsibly presented.
If you have a question about our editorial practices or believe an article contains an error, please contact us at info@learnerstag.org.