Shaping the future of hospitality education
We're on a mission to deliver world-class hospitality training that empowers individuals and elevates industries across the Midlands.
Excellence in hospitality training
Founded in 2024, Midlands Hospitality Academy was born from a simple belief: hospitality training has the power to transform lives and elevate entire industries. Our team of seasoned chefs, front-of-house experts, and hospitality educators came together with a shared vision — to create a training academy that actually works for both learners and employers.
We understand that every hospitality professional is unique. That's why we've built a flexible system that adapts to different learning styles, paces, and career goals. Whether you're a kitchen assistant exploring a new career or a seasoned hotelier advancing to management, MHA has the tools and content to help you succeed.
Today, we partner with top hotels, restaurants, and hospitality groups across South Africa to deliver training that combines rigorous academic standards with practical, real-world culinary and service applications.
What drives us every day
Accessibility First
We believe hospitality training should be accessible to all. Our platform is designed to work across devices and adapt to different needs.
Excellence in Content
Every module is carefully vetted. We partner with industry leaders to ensure our training is current, accredited, and practical.
Community Matters
Hospitality thrives in community. Our forums and discussion features create connections that go beyond the classroom.
Meet the people behind Midlands Hospitality Academy
Thabo Nkosi
CEO & Founder
Priya Patel
Head of Culinary Arts
Marcus Lee
CTO
Amina Hassan
Operations Lead
150+
Courses
50+
Partner Establishments
250+
Accredited Trainers
25k+
Certificates Awarded