The SAYouth.mobi platform is the official gateway for the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI). This program provides thousands of unemployed youth with the opportunity to gain work experience as Teacher Assistants and General School Assistants in South African public schools. The most significant advantage for 2026 is that the portal remains 100% data-free for users
BANKSETA, in partnership with VPK Business Venture and the Nkomazi Local Municipality, is officially recruiting 25 unemployed youth for a specialized renewable energy training programme. This initiative focuses on the National Certificate: Electrical Engineering – Renewable Energy (Solar Installation) Level 2, providing a critical entry point into South Africa’s booming green economy. This programme is
MANCOSA, in collaboration with The Transcendance Group (TTG), is officially inviting applications for its 2026 Cybersecurity Learnership Programme. This 12-month initiative is specifically designed for unemployed South African youth who possess a Matric certificate but lack the formal degree or experience typically required to break into the high-demand cybersecurity sector. The programme follows a hybrid
The Western Cape Mobility Department has opened applications for the 2026 Traffic Officer Student Cadets Learnership Programme (Ref: WCMD 08/2026). This 12-month, government-backed bursary programme is designed to transform disciplined, fit, and motivated youth into qualified road traffic law enforcers. Training takes place at the prestigious Gene Louw Traffic College in Brackenfell, where cadets will
Columbus Stainless, based in Middelburg, Mpumalanga, is officially inviting applications for its 2026 Production Training Programme. As Africa’s only fully integrated stainless steel producer, Columbus offers a high-intensity environment where engineering and business operations graduates can bridge the gap between academic theory and heavy-industrial practice. Starting on 1 July 2026, this contract-based graduate programme focuses
The Disability IT NQF3 Learnership 2026 is a specialized workforce development initiative designed to bridge the digital divide for young South Africans living with disabilities. This 12-month programme provides a National Certificate in Information Technology (NQF Level 3), combining formal classroom instruction with hosted workplace experience. With a substantial monthly stipend of R5,000, this learnership
DP World, a global leader in end-to-end logistics and smart trade, is officially inviting applications for its 2026 Female Driver Learnership. This initiative is a direct response to the industry’s need for skilled female professionals in heavy-duty transport. Based in South Africa, this learnership provides a structured, professional environment where women can transition from holding
Thandeka, a key player in skills development for the garment sector, is officially inviting applications for its Sewing Machine Mechanics Learnership 2026. This 12-month, credit-bearing programme leads to a National Certificate in Sewing Machine Mechanics (NQF Level 3). While many seek general sewing roles, this learnership targets the technical backbone of the clothing industry: the
Bidvest Protea Coin, the second-largest employer in South Africa’s private security sector, is officially inviting unemployed youth to apply for its 2026 Gijima Training Academy Learnership. This 12-month programme, based in Phokeng, Rustenburg, is a high-impact entry point for individuals seeking a professional career in security, offering a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical site
Feltex Automotive, a leading supplier to South Africa’s robust automotive manufacturing sector, is officially inviting applications for its Shipping Learnership: Supply Chain Practitioner 2026. Based in the industrial hub of Durban, this 12-month tripartite contract (between the learner, Feltex, and MERSETA) is designed to bridge the gap between school and the high-stakes world of international