# 49 leading education providers in Gauteng

Tamtam tracks 49 education providers headquartered in Gauteng. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by University of Johannesburg, University of Pretoria and University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika. Their median headcount is 515. Half of them were founded in 1996 or later. The most common headquarters are Johannesburg (22), Pretoria (10) and Centurion (2).

These Gauteng companies are primarily higher education institutions, with some primary and secondary education providers and a few other sectors. The University of Johannesburg, with 13,544 employees, offers vocational and academic programs. The University of Pretoria, employing 12,260, focuses on diverse postgraduate programs and research. The Gauteng Department of Education oversees basic education for 8,038 employees, while Eduvos provides internationally recognized qualifications. Comair Limited operates in aviation, and Afrika Tikkun is a non-profit empowering vulnerable children.

The majority of these organizations are large institutions, including established universities and government bodies. A notable pattern is the concentration of headquarters in Johannesburg and Pretoria, reflecting these cities' roles as major educational and administrative centers in the province. The list also includes a mix of public and private education providers.

🇿🇦 Gauteng · 49 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [University of Johannesburg](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-johannesburg) (uj.ac.za)<br>Offers vocational and academic programs, advancing freedom, democracy, equality, and human dignity through scholarship, teaching, research, innovation, and intellectual capital. | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 13,544 | 2005 |
| 2 | [University of Pretoria](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-pretoria) (up.ac.za)<br>Multi-faculty university offering diverse postgraduate programs, producing top graduates, focusing on research, equity, and African development. | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 12,260 | 1908 |
| 3 | [University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-south-africa-universiteit-van-suid-afrika) (unisa.ac.za)<br>A comprehensive institution offering open learning and distance education, producing graduates who succeed with diligence, determination, and commitment, making contributions to society | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 11,711 | 1873 |
| 4 | [Gauteng Department of Education](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gauteng-department-of-education) (education.gauteng.gov.za)<br>Overseeing and regulating basic education in Gauteng province, fostering academic excellence and holistic development for learners, and prioritizing societal education | Primary and Secondary Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 8,038 | 1994 |
| 5 | [Tshwane University of Technology](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tshwane-university-of-technology) (tut.ac.za)<br>A leading institution offering quality education with an entrepreneurial focus, fostering innovation and creative thinking to create job creators and entrepreneurs | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 6,643 |  |
| 6 | [Eduvos](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eduvos) (linktr.ee)<br>A leading higher education institution in South Africa offering internationally recognized qualifications through flexible learning options across various faculties | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 2,413 | 1979 |
| 7 | [Comair Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/comair-limited) (comair.co.za)<br>An innovative and diversified aviation group operating airlines, training, catering, hospitality, and travel services in South Africa and beyond | Airlines and Aviation | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 2,047 | 1946 |
| 8 | [Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/chris-hani-baragwanath-hospital) (chrishanibaragwanathhospital.co.za)<br>A hospital and healthcare provider located in Johannesburg, South Africa, serving the community with medical services and care | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,999 |  |
| 9 | [Afrika Tikkun](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/afrika-tikkun) (afrikatikkun.org)<br>Non-profit organization empowering vulnerable children in townships through holistic programs and support services to eradicate poverty and enable career success | Non-profit Organizations | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,632 | 1994 |
| 10 | [Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sefako-makgatho-health-sciences-university) (smu.ac.za)<br>Established as a health sciences university by the South African government, following the separation from the University of Limpopo based on recommendations | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Ga-Rankuwa | 1,177 |  |
| 11 | [Richfield](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/richfield) (richfield.ac.za)<br>Private higher education institution offering accredited, industry-aligned qualifications with global partnerships and flexible learning options across multiple South African campuses. | Education Administration Programs | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,065 | 1990 |
| 12 | [SPARK Schools](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/spark-schools) (sparkschools.co.za)<br>A network of private schools providing affordable, high-quality education to ensure students are globally competitive and successful | Primary and Secondary Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,057 | 2012 |
| 13 | [Vaal University of Technology (VUT)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vaal-university-of-technology-vut) (vut.ac.za)<br>Provides advanced technical and higher education, evolving from a college to a university of technology, with multiple campuses and expansion opportunities. | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Vanderbijlpark | 843 | 1966 |
| 14 | [Boston City Campus](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/boston-city-campus) (boston.ac.za)<br>A leading education provider offering a variety of accredited Higher Education, Occupational, and Short Programs with personalized support for students' success Apply now | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 799 | 1991 |
| 15 | [GIBS Business School (Gordon Institute of Business Science)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gibs-business-school-gordon-institute-of-business-science) (gibs.co.za)<br>Business education, executive training, and thought leadership for current and future leaders, focusing on African business challenges and global best practices. | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 781 | 2000 |
| 16 | [SAICA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/saica) (saica.org.za)<br>A leading accountancy body in South Africa developing chartered accountants to become leaders in government, businesses, and communities Providing support services to members | Accounting | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 721 |  |
| 17 | [St John's College](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/st-john-s-college) (stjohnscollege.co.za)<br>A world-class Christian, African school offering holistic education from Grade 0 to Grade 12, with top academic Sixth Form program | Education Administration Programs | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 715 | 1898 |
| 18 | [FPD](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fpd) (foundation.co.za)<br>Aiming to enhance society through education, development, and community engagement, offering tailored courses, conducting research, and supporting NGOs and public sector | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 663 | 1998 |
| 19 | [Tutor Doctor](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tutor-doctor-centurion) (tutordoctorcenturionwest.co.za)<br>Leader in personalized in-home tutoring, catering to students' individual needs and maximizing potential using current syllabus, with free consultations offered | Primary and Secondary Education | 🇿🇦 Centurion | 638 | 2005 |
| 20 | [CTU Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ctu-training-solutions-pty-ltd) (ctutraining.ac.za)<br>Private tertiary education provider offering national qualifications and international certifications in IT, Design, Business, Engineering, and Humanities for successful career entry during the 4th Industrial Revolution | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 606 | 1987 |
| 21 | [Regenesys](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/regenesys) (bitly.ws)<br>Leading private institution offering holistic education, including MBA and Doctorate programs, focusing on global challenges and market opportunities for executives | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Sandton | 590 |  |
| 22 | [Optimi Learning](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/optimi-learning) (optimi.co.za)<br>The company offers learning solutions in various divisions to support over 200,000 learners annually, making learning more accessible | Education Administration Programs | 🇿🇦 Centurion | 580 |  |
| 23 | [SpecCon Holdings (Pty) Ltd.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/speccon-holdings-pty-ltd) (speccon.co.za)<br>Provider of online business training solutions, offering custom LMS's, learnerships, BEE calculations, and eLearning courses to enhance career development and business performance | E-Learning Providers | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 565 | 2013 |
| 24 | [APMC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/apmc) (apmc.co.za)<br>A seasoned consultancy offering management, recruitment, and training solutions tailored to client needs, with 34+ years of industry experience | Business Consulting and Services | 🇿🇦 Sandton | 529 | 1985 |
| 25 | [Enko Education](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/enko-education) (enkoeducation.com)<br>African international school network with innovative programs, preparing students for top global universities and supporting their higher education applications and financing. | Education Administration Programs | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 515 | 2013 |
| 26 | [Vega School at Emeris](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vega-school-at-emeris) (vegaschool.com)<br>An educational brand focused on inspiring creative thinkers, offering design and brand management courses at various campuses in South Africa | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Randburg | 510 | 1999 |
| 27 | [Resolution Circle](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/resolution-circle) (resolutioncircle.co.za)<br>Training hub providing experiential learning opportunities and practical in-service project training for engineering students, offering various short-learning and candidacy programs | Education Administration Programs | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 496 | 2012 |
| 28 | [iOCO OKS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ioco-oks) (ioco.tech)<br>Partners with organizations for growth through data-driven scalable solutions across talent, legal, human capital, learning, compliance, and customer experience. | Business Consulting and Services | 🇿🇦 | 469 | 1998 |
| 29 | [Gauteng City College](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gauteng-city-college) (gcc-ed.com)<br>An educational institution offering courses in commerce, engineering, humanities, and information technology to improve visibility, accessibility, and provide diverse educational packages | Education Administration Programs | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 445 | 2009 |
| 30 | [Face to Face Beauty & Make-Up Design School](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/face-to-face-beauty-and-make-up-design-school) (facetoface.co.za)<br>Specialist training academy offering accredited beauty, make-up design, and special effects courses with a focus on high-quality education and career success | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 408 | 1965 |
| 31 | [SEDIBENG TVET COLLEGE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sedibeng-tvet-college) (sedcol.co.za)<br>A public TVET college in Gauteng Province offering a variety of Engineering and Business courses at four campuses Visit wwwsedcolcoza for more information | Education Administration Programs | 🇿🇦 Vereeniging | 407 |  |
| 32 | [Transnet Academy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/transnet-academy)<br>The company is an internationally accredited institution providing skills development training in transport, logistics, engineering, and leadership through strategic partnerships and innovative programs | Education | 🇿🇦 Kempton Park | 377 |  |
| 33 | [Tshwane South TVET College](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tshwane-south-tvet-college) (tsc.edu.za)<br>A public institution providing technical and vocational education and training to address skills shortages and contribute to national development | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 375 |  |
| 34 | [American International School of Johannesburg (AISJ)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/american-international-school-of-johannesburg-aisj) (aisj-jhb.com)<br>The company can be summarized as a provider of services or a product that can be found on their website wwwaisj-jhbcom | Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 362 | 1982 |
| 35 | [St Peter's Prep Schools](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/st-peter-s-prep-schools) (stpeters.co.za)<br>Independent Anglican school known for innovative education, community warmth, and holistic approach to spiritual, academic, sporting, and emotional growth Balancing tradition with modernity | Primary and Secondary Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 358 | 1950 |
| 36 | [Wits Business School](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wits-business-school) (wbs.ac.za)<br>Graduate business school offering postgraduate and executive education programs, public seminars, and customized in-company management development programs with innovative learning experiences | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 351 | 1968 |
| 37 | [Sci-Bono Discovery Centre](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sci-bono-discovery-centre) (sci-bono.co.za)<br>A science center in Southern Africa promoting interest and engagement with science and technology, supporting education in maths, science, and technology | Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos | 🇿🇦 Newtown - Johannesburg | 347 | 2004 |
| 38 | [Guarantee Trust](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/guarantee-trust) (guarantee.co.za)<br>Specializes in providing work-readiness programs for commerce graduates, offering real work experience and job placement in accounting and banking professions | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Woodmead | 344 | 2003 |
| 39 | [National Airways Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/national-airways-corporation) (nac.co.za)<br>A leading general aviation company in Africa offering a wide range of aviation services, including aircraft sales, maintenance, parts, charter, and international operations | Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing | 🇿🇦 Lanseria Airport | 330 | 1946 |
| 40 | [African Leadership Academy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/african-leadership-academy) (africanleadershipacademy.org)<br>Transforming Africa by identifying, developing, and connecting future ethical leaders through a diverse community of global change makers | Non-profit Organizations | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 325 | 2008 |
| 41 | [Doxa Deo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/doxa-deo) (doxadeo.org)<br>Multi-site church with locations worldwide, offering educational and non-profit services, serving approximately 30,000 people and affiliated with various religious organizations | Religious Institutions | 🇿🇦 Brooklyn | 319 | 1996 |
| 42 | [Official_Tshwane University of Technology](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/official-tshwane-university-of-technology) (tut.ac.za)<br>A progressive educational institution focused on producing impactful research and equipping individuals for the future #Research #Education #InnovativeLearning | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 273 | 2004 |
| 43 | [Umuzi.org](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/umuzi-org) (umuzi.org)<br>Empowering young people through innovative, hands-on education in digital and creative fields, helping them secure top jobs and reach career goals | Non-profit Organizations | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 255 | 2009 |
| 44 | [St Mary's DSG, Pretoria](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/st-mary-s-dsg-pretoria) (stmarysdsg.com)<br>An all-girls school providing a well-rounded education focusing on individual needs, spiritual, moral, academic, cultural, and physical development | Education | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 233 | 1879 |
| 45 | [Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sefako-makgatho-health-sciences-university-smu) (smu.ac.za)<br>A medical university in South Africa offering health sciences education and research, named after ANC leader Sefako Makgatho | Higher Education | 🇿🇦 Tshwane | 205 |  |
| 46 | [SASSETA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sasseta) (sasseta.org.za)<br>Leading quality assurance organization for safety and security training in South Africa, ensuring skills development through partnerships with various sectors | Education Administration Programs | 🇿🇦 Midrand | 185 | 2005 |
| 47 | [Macmillan Education South Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/macmillan-education-south-africa) (macmillaneducation.co.za)<br>Global publisher in education with a strong presence in Africa, providing innovative learning materials and services for educators and learners | Book and Periodical Publishing | 🇿🇦 Midrand | 182 |  |
| 48 | [Dolphins Academy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dolphins-academy) (academydolphins.com)<br>Pretoria-based programme providing tutoring services for high school learners in subjects like Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Accounting, Economics, and others | Education Administration Programs | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 4 | 2016 |
| 49 | [Creativity Wake-Up](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/creativity-wake-up) (creativitywakeup.com)<br>The company focuses on developing creative thinking and fostering a culture of innovation through courses, resources, training, and consulting services | Professional Training and Coaching | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 2 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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