MEMBERSHIP & AFFILIATION As part of our ongoing commitment to professional growth in the wine industry, membership and affiliating with the SAWIPB opens doors to transformation for organisations, individuals and providers. Members and affiliated entities and providers with the professional body gain expanded access to the South Africa Wine Learner Management System (LMS), including tools, training, and support designed to elevate learning and development.

Member

Any employee in the industry that performs wine industry specific work in primary production (viticulture), secondary production (oenology), wine tourism & marketing and wine distribution & logistics could join SAWIPB. Membership provides practitioners with the opportunity to:

  • Follow a learning pathway that promotes their career;
  • Be designated as an industry professional;
  • Apply for recognition of previous learning that contributes to obtaining designations or qualifications;
  • Provide continuous development opportunities; and
  • Promote ethical conduct and social sustainable practices.

To join simply click the button below and agree to the Code of Conduct after signing up or logging in.

Provider

By affiliating as a provider, there are three different options to choose from. Please click on the link below to view the provider affiliation options.

Entity

By affiliating as an entity, there are three different options to choose from. Please click on the link below to view the entity affiliation options.

Next Steps

For Members
  • Access the Learner Management System: Visit www.sawinelms.co.za
  • Apply for Designations: Use your member login to apply for professional designations
  • Recognition of Prior Learning: Apply for RPL to gain credit for your experience
  • Career Development: Explore learning pathways and training opportunities
Support & Information

Need Help?

Contact us for assistance with membership, affiliations, or any questions:

Email: sawipb@sawine.co.za
Phone: +27 (0)21 276 3210

Quick Links:


Watch our short guides on becoming a member of the SAWIPB Membership Videos
How To Become A Member of the SAWIPB

A step-by-step walkthrough of the membership sign-up process.

Your Benefits

What you gain access to as a member of the professional body.

Access Our Knowledge Hub

How to find and use the resources in the SAWIPB Knowledge Hub.

Watch our short guides on affiliating with the SAWIPB as a provider Affiliation Videos
How To Become a Provider Affiliate with the SAWIPB

The process for affiliating your organisation as a training provider.

Provider Affiliation Opportunities

An overview of the affiliation options available to providers.

Benefits of a SAWIPB Provider Affiliation

Why affiliating as a provider is worth it.

SAWIPB Entity Affiliations 2025

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