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MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026 for Matric Youth

MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026 for Matric Youth
Written by Sifiso Mhlongo

 

Are you unemployed, between 18 and 35 years old, and living in the Western Cape? The Matric certificate you already have could be your opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience in South Africa’s telecommunications industry.

You completed Matric. You have been searching for employment. Perhaps you have submitted dozens of CVs, only to discover that most employers want something you have not yet had the opportunity to gain: work experience.

But what if a company involved in connecting millions of South Africans to digital infrastructure could give you an opportunity to develop workplace skills while receiving a stipend?

The MAZIV Group is inviting qualifying unemployed South African youth to apply for its Learnership Programme 2026 in Cape Town, Western Cape.

This programme combines theoretical learning, practical workplace experience, coaching and mentorship, with a stipend advertised for 12 months.

And here is something particularly important.

You do not need a university degree or diploma to meet the advertised minimum educational requirement. A completed Grade 12 certificate is sufficient, provided you meet all the other eligibility conditions.

MAZIV operates within the telecommunications and broadband infrastructure industry, bringing together major connectivity businesses such as Vumatel, DFA and Herotel.

For unemployed Matric applicants looking to begin developing a career, this could be a valuable introduction to a professional working environment.

However, the opportunity has specific eligibility conditions, particularly regarding residence, age, current studies and previous learnership participation.

Before applying, make sure you understand these requirements.

APPLY ONLINE FOR THE MAZIV CAPE TOWN LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME 2026 THROUGH THE OFFICIAL RECRUITMENT PORTAL

Quick Overview: MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026

Programme Details Information
Organisation MAZIV Group
Programme MAZIV Cape Town Learnership Programme 2026
Industry Telecommunications and Digital Infrastructure
Location Cape Town / Western Cape
Minimum Qualification Completed Grade 12 / Matric
Age Requirement 18–35 years
Citizenship South African citizens
Employment Status Must be unemployed
Residency Must currently live in the Western Cape
Study Status Must not be studying full-time or part-time
Programme Commitment Must be available for 12 months
Training Theory and practical workplace experience
Benefits Coaching, mentorship and career-development exposure
Stipend Advertised for 12 months; exact amount undisclosed
Contract Fixed-term
Date Advertised 22 October 2026
Closing Date Not specified in the official advertisement reviewed
Application Method Online through MAZIV’s recruitment portal
Reference Learnership Programme – MAZIV Cape Town

Important duration clarification: The official vacancy’s administrative details show a duration of 9–12 months, while the programme description requires 12-month availability and advertises a stipend for 12 months. Applicants should confirm the final contract duration with MAZIV. Although Indeed labels the listing part-time, the employer requires availability for the full programme and prohibits concurrent studies. Do not assume that limited part-time attendance will be accepted.

About MAZIV: The Company Behind the Learnership

Many young South Africans may recognise the names Vumatel or DFA without knowing much about the broader group behind these connectivity businesses.

The MAZIV Group operates within South Africa’s broadband and telecommunications infrastructure industry.

Its portfolio includes:

  • DFA: Digital infrastructure and fibre connectivity services.
  • Vumatel: Fibre-to-the-home infrastructure.
  • Herotel: Broadband connectivity services.
  • Rise Telecoms: Telecommunications-related operations.
  • SADV: Fibre infrastructure and connectivity.
  • VumaCam: Technology-enabled monitoring and security infrastructure.
  • BritelinkMCT: Telecommunications infrastructure and related services.

Through its businesses and open-access infrastructure model, MAZIV supports the expansion of digital connectivity across South Africa.

This industry plays an important role in enabling households, schools, businesses and public institutions to access broadband services.

But there is something worth understanding.

The telecommunications industry is not only about installing fibre cables or repairing internet connections.

It also involves technology support, network operations, project administration, customer services, digital infrastructure planning, technical maintenance and other professional functions.

For someone who has just completed Matric, exposure to a company operating in this environment could help develop a clearer understanding of the opportunities available within the broader digital economy.

Interested applicants can investigate related occupations through the Edupstairs Career & Qualification Explorer.

What Is the MAZIV Learnership Programme?

The MAZIV Learnership Programme is a structured workplace-development opportunity intended to provide unemployed young people with theoretical learning and practical experience.

Instead of learning exclusively from books, participants will have an opportunity to connect classroom knowledge with activities in a working environment.

According to MAZIV’s recruitment advertisement, the programme offers four main benefits.

  1. Theoretical and Practical Workplace Experience

The programme combines formal learning with practical workplace exposure.

This can help learners understand how knowledge and skills are applied in an organisation.

It is particularly relevant to individuals who have completed school but have not yet established a formal employment history.

  1. Coaching and Mentorship

MAZIV identifies coaching and mentorship as programme benefits.

Learning from experienced professionals can help participants develop workplace confidence, understand professional expectations and improve how they approach new responsibilities.

  1. Career Growth and Job Prospects

The programme is intended to support career development and future employment prospects.

Practical experience can improve a candidate’s ability to demonstrate work-related skills when applying for suitable opportunities.

However, MAZIV has not guaranteed permanent employment after the learnership.

Participants should regard the programme as a fixed-term training opportunity rather than a promise of an automatic job offer.

  1. A Stipend for 12 Months

For an unemployed person, participating in workplace training can involve expenses such as transport, meals and communication.

MAZIV confirms that the programme includes a stipend for 12 months.

However, the exact stipend amount has not been disclosed.

Applicants should confirm the payment amount and conditions directly with MAZIV before accepting a learnership contract.

MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026 Requirements

Before applying, carefully compare your circumstances with the official eligibility conditions.

MAZIV requires applicants to:

  1. Have successfully completed Grade 12 / Matric.
  2. Be currently unemployed.
  3. Be between 18 and 35 years old.
  4. Be South African citizens.
  5. Be currently living in the Western Cape.
  6. Not be studying full-time.
  7. Not be studying part-time.
  8. Be available for the full 12-month programme.
  9. Not currently or previously have been enrolled in a learnership programme.

Applicants must meet all the applicable requirements.

Can You Apply With Matric Only?

Yes. The official MAZIV advertisement identifies completed Grade 12 as the minimum educational qualification.

It does not specify a university degree, diploma or N6 qualification as compulsory.

It also does not publish specific minimum Mathematics, Physical Sciences or English percentages.

Applicants should avoid assuming that additional academic requirements apply unless MAZIV includes them in its recruitment process.

Do You Need Previous Work Experience?

The published requirements do not identify previous formal work experience as compulsory.

This makes the programme particularly relevant to unemployed Matric graduates who are looking for structured workplace exposure.

Nevertheless, applicants may still be assessed against the employer’s selection criteria.

Why Western Cape Residency Matters

MAZIV specifically requires applicants to be living in the Western Cape.

This is an important condition because the programme is advertised for Cape Town.

If you currently live in Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal or another province, you should not assume you qualify for this Western Cape intake.

MAZIV also asks applicants to include their home or physical address on their CV.

Make sure the address is accurate and reflects your actual residence.

Related opportunity: Edupstairs previously published a separate MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026 guide for unemployed Gauteng Matric applicants. That was a different provincial intake, and applicants should check its current recruitment status independently.

Why Previous Learnership Participation Could Disqualify You

One condition deserves particular attention.

MAZIV states that applicants must not currently or previously have been enrolled in a learnership programme.

If you have already participated in a learnership, do not conceal that information.

The employer may verify your educational and training history during recruitment.

Providing false information can affect your application and credibility.

Documents Required for the MAZIV Learnership Programme

MAZIV requires three essential documents.

  1. Certified Copy of Your South African ID

Prepare a clear, readable certified copy of your identity document.

Check that your details are visible and that the document meets the recruitment portal’s upload requirements.

  1. Certified Copy of Your Matric Certificate

Applicants must provide a certified copy of their completed Grade 12 certificate.

Ensure that the document is legible and contains the correct information.

  1. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Your CV must be current and must clearly indicate your home or physical address.

This is especially important because the programme has a Western Cape residency requirement.

Your CV should accurately communicate your educational background, contact information, relevant skills and any genuine experience you may have.

MAZIV explicitly warns that incomplete applications or applications containing unclear documents will not be considered.

Create an ATS-Friendly CV Before Applying

One of the challenges facing unemployed Matric applicants is preparing a convincing CV without previous formal employment.

But a lack of work experience does not mean you have nothing useful to include.

A professional entry-level CV can communicate:

  • Your completed Matric qualification and relevant subjects.
  • Your current Western Cape physical address.
  • Genuine computer and digital literacy skills.
  • Communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Problem-solving and organisational skills.
  • School projects and achievements.
  • Volunteer or community experience.
  • Any other relevant training or certificates.

Do not invent qualifications, technical experience or employment history.

Edupstairs has developed a tool specifically to help applicants prepare professional CVs.

CREATE YOUR ATS-FRIENDLY CV AND COVER LETTER USING THE EDUPSTAIRS CAREER ASSISTANT

When using the tool, enter MAZIV Cape Town Learnership Programme 2026 as the target opportunity and provide the actual advertisement requirements.

The Career Assistant can help organise your information and tailor your CV to the opportunity.

An ATS-friendly CV does not guarantee shortlisting, but it can help you present your qualifications and skills clearly.

How to Apply for the MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026

Applications are submitted online through MAZIV’s official recruitment system.

Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility

Check that you meet all the advertised requirements concerning:

  • Age and South African citizenship.
  • Completed Matric qualification.
  • Current unemployment status.
  • Western Cape residence.
  • Availability and current study status.
  • Previous learnership participation.

Step 2: Prepare Your Supporting Documents

Obtain your certified ID copy and certified Matric certificate.

Update your CV and ensure that your current home or physical address is clearly shown.

Step 3: Open the Official MAZIV Recruitment Page

Use the employer’s official recruitment portal.

APPLY HERE – MAZIV LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME 2026, CAPE TOWN

Confirm that the vacancy displayed is Learnership Programme – MAZIV Cape Town.

Step 4: Complete the Online Application

Follow the instructions displayed on the recruitment platform.

Enter accurate personal information, educational details and any other information requested.

Upload the necessary supporting documents.

If you are required to register an account, use your own contact details and keep your login credentials secure.

Step 5: Review Your Application

Before submitting, check that:

  • Your contact details are correct.
  • Your physical address is accurate.
  • Your Matric qualification is correctly recorded.
  • Your documents are readable.
  • All mandatory questions are answered.
  • You have selected the correct Western Cape vacancy.

Step 6: Submit and Retain Confirmation

Submit your application through the official portal.

Where the system provides an acknowledgement, reference number or confirmation message, retain it.

Monitor your email and cellphone for recruitment communication.

Closing date: The official advertisement reviewed does not specify a closing date. Applicants should check the live recruitment portal for updates and avoid unnecessary delays.

Which Careers Could You Explore in the Telecommunications Industry?

A MAZIV learnership could introduce participants to a company operating within an important part of South Africa’s digital economy.

However, not every telecommunications career requires the same academic background.

For example, broader career pathways worth investigating include telecommunications network operations, ICT support, fibre infrastructure, network administration, customer technical support, telecommunications engineering and digital project support.

These are industry-related career examples, not confirmed MAZIV learner placement departments or guaranteed roles.

Explore Career and Qualification Requirements

Before deciding which technical field interests you, visit the Edupstairs Career & Qualification Explorer.

The platform allows users to investigate South African occupational profiles, OFO career classifications, registered qualification records, NQF levels and related career pathways.

For example, search for terms such as Telecommunications Technician, ICT Support, Network Technician, Information Technology or Telecommunications Engineering.

This can help you understand which career paths may require additional technical training, occupational qualifications, diplomas or degrees.

Discover Careers That Match Your Interests

Not everyone enjoys the same type of work.

Some people prefer technical troubleshooting and working with equipment.

Others prefer helping customers, analysing information, organising operations or solving complex problems.

The Edupstairs Career Discovery Assessment helps users explore occupational interests through 30 work-related activities.

The assessment generally takes four to six minutes and does not require account registration.

Your results can suggest occupations that may match your interests.

However, Career Discovery is not an official MAZIV assessment and does not determine whether you qualify for this learnership.

Explore University and TVET College Pathways

What happens if you discover that you enjoy telecommunications but eventually want to become a network engineer, ICT specialist or another qualified technical professional?

You may need additional education and training.

Edupstairs has developed two educational explorers to help South Africans investigate their options.

University Explorer: Research Degrees and Higher Education Programmes

The Edupstairs University Explorer covers South Africa’s 26 public universities.

Users can investigate universities, available courses, admission requirements, APS scores, application information and student funding guidance.

Depending on your career goals, you may wish to research fields such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Electronic Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering.

These are possible future study directions, not qualifications required by MAZIV for this learnership.

University admission and programme requirements differ by institution.

TVET College Explorer: Investigate Technical and Vocational Programmes

University is not the only route into the technology sector.

The Edupstairs TVET Colleges Explorer covers South Africa’s 50 public TVET Colleges.

Applicants can explore college campuses, programmes, applications and vocational training pathways.

Depending on college availability and admission requirements, relevant fields may include Information Technology, Computer Systems, Electrical Engineering and related occupational programmes.

If you want to investigate further study opportunities for the next academic year, read the Edupstairs guide to accredited SAQA qualifications for 2027.

Remember that MAZIV currently requires applicants not to be studying full-time or part-time. Further-study planning should therefore be considered separately from participation in this particular intake.

Explore the MICT SETA and Other Learnership Pathways

One important question unemployed young people should ask is:

If one learnership application is unsuccessful, where can I find another suitable skills-development opportunity?

South Africa has 21 Sector Education and Training Authorities supporting skills development across different industries.

For telecommunications and information technology, the Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT SETA) is particularly relevant.

The MICT SETA sector includes information technology, telecommunications, electronic media and related digital fields.

Edupstairs has created a searchable platform covering all 21 SETAs.

EXPLORE ALL 21 SETAs, LEARNERSHIPS, APPRENTICESHIPS AND SKILLS PROGRAMMES ON EDUPSTAIRS

The SETA Platform allows users to investigate occupational qualifications, learnerships, skills programmes, apprenticeships, workplace learning and other development pathways.

You can search for ICT support, telecommunications, network operations, digital skills and other areas of interest.

For a broader explanation of the South African SETA system, read the Edupstairs guide to 21 SETAs and their learnership, bursary and apprenticeship pathways for 2026/2027.

The SETA Platform is an independent career-research resource. Its programme records do not establish that a specific programme is currently recruiting or that MICT SETA is funding this MAZIV intake.

Use the National Skills Intelligence Explorer to Research Career Demand

Choosing a career involves more than identifying an interesting course.

It can also help to understand which occupations feature in South Africa’s documented skills research.

The Edupstairs National Skills Intelligence Explorer combines occupational classifications with selected SETA-reported skills information.

Users can research documented priority occupations, reported skills gaps, emerging occupations and related qualifications where supporting evidence is available.

For applicants interested in digital infrastructure, this can provide useful background when investigating possible long-term ICT and telecommunications career pathways.

Important: A recorded skills priority is not a live job advertisement or a guarantee of future employment. Some research records are historical or require further verification.

If you are considering occupational training, you can also investigate relevant organisations through the Edupstairs QCTO Accredited Provider Database.

Always confirm that a provider is currently approved for the specific qualification and training location before enrolling.

Latest Learnerships and Youth Training Opportunities Published on Edupstairs – October 2026

Do not make the MAZIV application your only employment strategy.

Edupstairs has recently published several learnerships and related workplace-development opportunities across South Africa.

Each programme has its own requirements, location restrictions and closing date.

  1. PathCare Academy Student Laboratory Assistant Programme 2027

PathCare Academy is offering an entry-level training opportunity for eligible Matric and NCV Primary Health applicants interested in medical laboratory work.

For the Matric route, applicants need a Grade 12 pass with at least 40% in Biology or Life Sciences.

Closing Date: 30 October 2026.

Read the PathCare Academy Student Laboratory Assistant Programme 2027 application guide.

  1. AFGRI Farmer Development Learnership Programme 2026/2027 – X14 Opportunities

AFGRI Farmer Development has advertised 14 learnership opportunities at Vastfontein Farm in Pretoria North.

The 12-month programme provides theoretical and practical training in farming with crops and animals.

Closing Date: 28 October 2026.

Explore the AFGRI Farmer Development Learnership Programme 2026/2027.

  1. Valterra Platinum Learner Miner Learnership Programme 2026 – X15 Opportunities

Valterra Platinum has advertised 15 Learner Miner opportunities at its Amandelbult Complex in Limpopo.

The programme targets qualifying applicants from specified communities or beneficiary groups who meet the academic and other eligibility requirements.

Closing Date: 16 November 2026.

Read the Valterra Platinum Mining Learnership Programme 2026 application guide.

  1. Civils 2000 Matric Gap Year Programme 2027

Civils 2000 is offering a workplace-exposure programme for qualifying learners completing Matric in 2026 who are interested in Civil Engineering.

Applicants must meet the advertised Mathematics, Physical Sciences and other requirements.

Closing Date: 6 November 2026.

Explore the Civils 2000 Matric Gap Year Programme 2027.

  1. Sun International Sibaya Hospitality Reception Learnership 2026 – X8 Opportunities

Sun International Sibaya, in partnership with Reach Summit, has advertised eight Hospitality Reception learnership opportunities for unemployed Matric applicants.

The programme is based in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, and runs for 12 months.

Closing Date: 3 November 2026 at 12:00 midday.

Read the Sun International Sibaya Hospitality Reception Learnership Programme 2026.

  1. Sasol Electro Mechanic (Millwright) Learnership Programme 2026

Sasol is recruiting qualifying Grade 12 and N3 applicants for an Electro Mechanic learnership focused on technical artisan development.

The programme is associated with electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance.

Locations include Secunda and Sasolburg Mining.

Closing Date: 6 November 2026.

Explore the Sasol Electro Mechanic (Millwright) Learnership Programme 2026.

  1. Sasol Administration Learnership Programme 2026 for Matric Applicants

Sasol has advertised a 12-month Administration Learnership Programme for qualifying applicants aged 18–29.

The programme provides theoretical learning and practical workplace experience.

Locations include Sandton, Sasolburg and Secunda.

Closing Date: 6 November 2026.

Read the Sasol Administration Learnership Programme 2026 application guide.

  1. Value Logistics Learnership Programme 2026 – R4,240 Monthly Stipend

Value Logistics is offering three learnership pathways in Germiston and Cato Ridge.

The opportunities cover Road Transport Supervision and Freight Handling qualifications.

The advertised monthly stipend is R4,240, and applicants must meet the specific requirements for their chosen programme.

Closing Date: 15 November 2026.

Explore the Value Logistics Learnership opportunities for 2026.

For more opportunities, visit the Edupstairs Latest Learnerships section.

These are recently published articles, not a guarantee that every application remains open. Always verify the recruitment status on the relevant employer’s official platform.

Career, Education and Employment Resources

Applicants should use the following Edupstairs resources together to prepare applications and investigate future opportunities.

Career Research and Education

CV Preparation and Employment Opportunities

Tools you may find useful:

View Other Employment Opportunities here

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Edupstairs Advice: Do Not Let Your Matric Certificate Become Just Another Document in a File

Think about the effort you put into completing your Grade 12 qualification.

The examinations. The assignments. The late nights preparing for tests.

You worked towards completing school with the hope that your qualification would eventually help you build a better future.

But after Matric, reality can be difficult.

You start looking for work, only to discover that employers frequently request experience.

How can you demonstrate workplace experience when you have never been given the opportunity to gain it?

This is why structured learnership programmes deserve serious consideration.

The MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026 offers qualifying unemployed Western Cape youth an opportunity to gain theoretical learning and practical workplace exposure while receiving a stipend.

But the value of this programme is not limited to the stipend.

Consider what you could potentially gain from participating successfully: better communication abilities, professional references, practical workplace understanding, greater confidence and a clearer sense of your future career direction.

These outcomes are not guaranteed, but they are worthwhile goals.

If you are selected, take the learning seriously.

Ask questions. Respect your supervisors. Complete your responsibilities. Develop genuine skills and investigate the industry you are working in.

Use the Edupstairs Career & Qualification Explorer to research long-term careers, the SETA Platform to identify further learning pathways and the TVET College Explorer if additional technical education becomes part of your future plan.

If you meet the MAZIV requirements, prepare your documents and apply through the official recruitment platform.

And remember something important.

One unsuccessful application does not have to mean the end of your employment search.

Continue identifying legitimate opportunities for which you qualify.

The objective is not simply to submit more CVs.

It is to build a realistic pathway towards skills, experience and sustainable employment.

APPLY ONLINE FOR THE MAZIV CAPE TOWN LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME 2026

Closing Date: Not specified in the official recruitment advertisement reviewed.

Frequently Asked Questions About the MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026

  1. What is the MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026?

It is a workplace-development programme offering qualifying unemployed Western Cape youth theoretical learning, practical workplace experience, coaching and mentorship, together with a stipend.

  1. Can I apply with Matric only?

Yes. A completed Grade 12 certificate satisfies the advertised minimum educational requirement, provided you also meet the other eligibility conditions.

  1. What is the age requirement?

Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.

  1. Must I be unemployed?

Yes. The programme specifically requires applicants to be currently unemployed.

  1. Can applicants from other provinces apply?

The Cape Town advertisement requires applicants to be currently living in the Western Cape. Applicants from other provinces should investigate suitable opportunities advertised for their location.

  1. Can I apply while studying part-time?

No. MAZIV explicitly requires applicants not to be studying either full-time or part-time.

  1. How long is the programme?

Applicants must be available for the full 12-month programme, and the benefits describe a 12-month stipend. The vacancy’s administrative duration field states 9–12 months. Applicants should confirm the final contractual duration with MAZIV.

  1. How much is the MAZIV learnership stipend?

The employer confirms that a stipend will be provided but does not disclose the exact amount in the published advertisement.

  1. Do I need previous work experience?

Previous employment experience is not listed as a compulsory requirement in the official advertisement.

  1. Can I apply if I have already completed another learnership?

The MAZIV advertisement states that applicants must not currently or previously have been enrolled in a learnership programme.

  1. What documents must I submit?

Applicants need a certified copy of their South African ID, a certified copy of their Matric certificate and an updated CV clearly indicating their home or physical address.

  1. What is the closing date?

A closing date is not specified in the official recruitment advertisement reviewed. Applicants should verify the current deadline and application status on MAZIV’s recruitment portal.

  1. Is the MAZIV learnership available in Gauteng?

This particular opportunity is advertised for Cape Town in the Western Cape. Edupstairs previously published information about a separate Gauteng intake, which has different provincial eligibility requirements.

  1. Will I receive a permanent job after completing the programme?

MAZIV highlights career development and job prospects, but the advertisement does not guarantee permanent employment.

  1. Will I receive a recognised qualification?

The advertisement confirms theoretical and practical workplace learning but does not identify a specific qualification title, SAQA ID or NQF level. Applicants should request confirmation of the qualification and certification arrangements from MAZIV.

  1. Where can I find more telecommunications learnerships?

Use the Edupstairs SETA Platform to investigate MICT SETA and other relevant training pathways. You can also monitor the Edupstairs Learnerships category for newly published opportunities.

  1. How do I apply for the MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026?

Submit your application through the official MAZIV Cape Town recruitment listing.

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Disclaimer

Edupstairs is an independent educational, career-development and employment-opportunities information platform.

Edupstairs is not affiliated with MAZIV’s recruitment department and does not manage, process or influence applications for the MAZIV Learnership Programme 2026.

This article provides an overview of the programme based on the employer’s published recruitment information.

Application requirements, benefits, recruitment status and programme arrangements may change.

Applicants must verify the latest information directly through MAZIV’s official recruitment portal.

Edupstairs does not guarantee selection, training placement, completion of a qualification or permanent employment.

Never pay anyone who claims that they can guarantee a learnership placement, interview or employment opportunity.

If you encounter a suspicious recruitment message, investigate it using the Edupstairs Scam Detector Tool.

Editorial Integrity

This article was prepared using MAZIV’s official recruitment advertisement published on 22 October 2026, together with verified Edupstairs career-development resources and recently published opportunity articles.

The information concerning age, citizenship, Matric requirements, unemployment status, Western Cape residency, current studies, previous learnership participation, programme benefits and application documents originates from MAZIV’s recruitment advertisement.

The employer has not disclosed a confirmed closing date, exact stipend amount, named qualification or permanent-employment guarantee in the official listing reviewed.

The difference between the published administrative duration of 9–12 months and the programme’s 12-month availability requirement has been disclosed rather than treated as resolved.

Recommendations concerning career research, ATS-friendly CV preparation, TVET Colleges, universities, SETA programmes, occupational research and other learnerships are independent Edupstairs guidance.

They are not additional MAZIV eligibility requirements.

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About the author

Sifiso Mhlongo

Sifiso Mhlongo is the Founder and Editor of Edupstairs, one of South Africa's leading online platforms for education, careers, and employment opportunities. Passionate about empowering young people, he is dedicated to making learnerships, internships, bursaries, graduate programmes, and job opportunities more accessible through clear, practical, and trustworthy content.

With a background in education and digital publishing, Sifiso leads Edupstairs' editorial strategy, ensuring every article is accurate, relevant, and designed to help South Africans make informed career decisions.
Contact: sifisomhlongo@edupstairs.org

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