The high rate of unemployment in South Africa has long been a national concern. In a strategic effort to address this challenge, the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)—a branch of the Department of Employment and Labour—has implemented the Labour Activation Programme (LAP) to boost employability among job seekers. In its latest initiative, UIF has partnered with Keylord, a skills development and training provider, to deliver impactful training and employment opportunities for thousands of unemployed South Africans.
What is the Labour Activation Programme (LAP)?
The Labour Activation Programme is an intervention by UIF designed to reintroduce the unemployed into the labour market through targeted training and employment projects. It not only aims to upskill participants but also ensures their placement in sustainable job opportunities. These programmes are tailored to align with South Africa’s economic needs, focusing on areas like construction, hospitality, IT, agriculture, manufacturing, and more.
This Programme seeks to recruit 250 unemployed people from Musina Municipality between the ages of 18 and 45 (who have Grade 9 to 12) to participate in the following skills programmes for six months:
- Cleaning and Hygiene
- Solar Installation
- New Venture Creation
- Scooter Driver and
- System Support.
Partnership with Keylord: Driving Change at Ground Level
Keylord, an accredited training provider, has joined forces with UIF to implement and manage a range of learnerships, internships, and skills programmes under the LAP umbrella. Through this partnership, Keylord facilitates:
- Recruitment of beneficiaries
- Skills development and occupational training
- Workplace placements
- Monthly stipends to support learners during their training period
This initiative is being rolled out in multiple provinces, targeting individuals who are unemployed and registered with the UIF database. Candidates selected for the programme receive training that is fully funded and nationally recognised, opening doors for long-term employment and economic self-sufficiency.
WHO CAN APPLY?
To qualify for the UIF Labour Activation Programme applicants must:
- Be unemployed and registered with UIF
- Be between the ages of 18 and 35
- Have a minimum educational qualification (usually Grade 10 or higher, depending on the programme)
- Be committed to completing the training and workplace placement
Benefits of the LAP-Keylord Programme
- Free accredited training in high-demand sectors
- Monthly stipend to cover basic needs during the programme
- Practical work experience with potential for permanent placement
- Career guidance and mentorship
- Contribution to national development through youth empowerment
HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants must bring along their ID document, Highest qualification and Curriculum Vitae to the Old Nancefield Hall, Musina
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The UIF Labour Activation Programme in partnership with Keylord represents a meaningful solution to South Africa’s unemployment crisis. By equipping beneficiaries with practical skills and linking them directly to the job market, this initiative not only transforms individual lives but also strengthens communities and boosts the national economy. For many, it is the beginning of a new and hopeful chapter.
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