Workers are more motivated and show greater job satisfaction when they know that their contribution to the success of the organisation is valued and where they are assured personal growth through their participation in business activities. Many companies in South Africa are discovering that by allowing their employees to participate in Adult Basic Education and Training programs they are creating the right conditions for a stable and motivated workforce. For this reason ABET programs are gaining in popularity with South African business. ABET programs can be set up with a minimum of disruption to the day to day running of the business, with the majority of the classes held on site.