The Department of Employment and Labour, through the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) Labour Activation Programme (LAP) in partnership with We Invest Africa, is inviting unemployed South Africans to apply for exciting learnership opportunities. These learnerships are designed to empower job seekers with valuable skills in building, civil construction, farming, plant production, and animal production – sectors that remain critical for economic growth and job creation in South Africa.
With unemployment being one of the biggest challenges faced by communities, this initiative aims to provide skills development and work experience while paying participants a monthly stipend, ensuring that learners are financially supported throughout the programme.
Programme Overview
- Available Learnerships:
- Building and Civil Construction & Farming
- Building and Civil Construction & Animal Production
- Building and Civil Construction & Plant Production
- Duration: 12 months
- Monthly Stipend: R3,000 per learner
- Target Beneficiaries: Unemployed UIF previous contributors between the ages of 18 and 45.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- A minimum of Grade 10 and above.
- Must be a previous UIF contributor.
- Must be unemployed and within the age group 18–45 years.
- Residents of Tshimbupfe, Nwamatatani, or Makhasa (depending on location of recruitment session).
Applicants are encouraged to bring the following documents to the recruitment venue:
- Pen, CV, copies of qualifications, and a copy of ID.
Please note: there is no need to certify these documents.
Recruitment Details
Building & Civil Construction and Farming
- Location: Tshimbupfe
- Venue: Mianzwi Dindela Community Hall
- Date: 30 October 2025
- Time: 11h00
- Number of opportunities: 60
Building & Civil Construction and Animal Production
- Location: Nwamatatani
- Venue: Nwamatatani Majosi Tribal Hall
- Date: 29 October 2025
- Time: 09h00
- Number of opportunities: 120
Building & Civil Construction and Plant Production
- Location: Makhasa
- Venue: Makhasa Clinic
- Date: 29 October 2025
- Time: 11h00
- Number of opportunities: 70
Why Apply?
This programme offers more than just training – it provides unemployed South Africans with a pathway to future employment and self-reliance. By participating, learners will:
- Gain practical skills in farming, plant, and animal production.
- Be equipped for career opportunities in the construction sector.
- Receive a monthly stipend to ease financial burdens during training.
- Contribute to their communities by developing critical skills in sectors facing shortages.
Enquiries:
For more information about these learnerships, applicants may contact the Department of Employment and Labour: 015 851 7330
This initiative reflects government’s ongoing commitment to fight unemployment and ensure that South Africans, especially the youth, are better equipped for the job market. Don’t miss this chance to upskill and secure your future!
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