How Learnerships Are Helping South African Youth Build Careers in 2026

Learnerships remain one of the most effective pathways for unemployed South African youth to gain workplace experience, earn a recognised qualification, and improve their chances of securing long-term employment. With youth unemployment continuing to challenge millions of young people across the country, learnership programmes are helping bridge the gap between education and employment by combining … Read more

Johannesburg Youth Can Apply for Ihlomile Learning Programme 2026 with Monthly Stipend

Young job seekers across Johannesburg now have an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience and skills development through the Ihlomile Learning Programme 2026. The programme is aimed at unemployed youth residing within designated wards across Johannesburg’s Regions A to G and offers successful participants an opportunity to develop practical skills while earning a monthly stipend. … Read more

MMTUM Investments YES Learnership 2026 Opens for Graduates in Learning and Development

Momentum Investments YES Learnership 2026 Opens for Graduates in Learning and Development Momentum Investments has announced a new Youth Employment Services (YES) Learnership opportunity for 2026, offering unemployed South African graduates the chance to gain valuable workplace experience within its Learning and Development division. The 12-month programme forms part of Momentum Group’s broader youth development … Read more

Fully Funded TFG Data Science Leadership Fellowship 2026 Opens for South African Graduates

South African graduates with ambitions in data science, innovation, artificial intelligence, and leadership now have an opportunity to pursue a fully funded Master’s Degree through the prestigious TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship 2026. Backed by TFG (The Foschini Group) and administered by StudyTrust, the fellowship is designed to develop future leaders who can harness … Read more

Department of Tourism Opens Chef Recognition Programme Applications for Experienced South African Chefs

Government-Funded Qualification Opportunity Available for Chefs in KwaZulu-Natal and Western Cape Experienced chefs who have built their careers through years of practical kitchen experience now have an opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification through the Department of Tourism’s Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) Programme for Chefs. The Department of Tourism has officially invited … Read more

Department of Social Development Opens National NPO Funding Applications for 2027–2030

National Organisations Invited to Apply for Multi-Year Funding as DSD Prioritises Social Development Services Across South Africa The National Department of Social Development (NDSD) has officially opened its latest funding call for qualifying national non-profit organisations (NPOs), creating an important opportunity for organisations delivering essential social development services across South Africa. The funding initiative covers … Read more

No Experience Needed: Transnet Announces Graduate Development Opportunity for 2026

Published: 12 June 2026Author: Phindile ZwaneCategory: Graduate Programmes | Transnet Careers | Government Opportunities Transnet Freight Rail Invites Unemployed Graduates to Apply for 24-Month Young Professional Programme South African graduates seeking professional workplace experience have a new opportunity after Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) announced applications for its Young Professional-in-Training (YPT) Programme 2026. The programme offers … Read more

Safripol Opens Chemical Engineering Experiential Learnership as Demand Grows for Process Engineering Skills

Published: 12 June 2026Author: Phindile ZwaneCategory: Engineering Learnerships | Chemical Industry Careers | Graduate Opportunities Chemical Engineering Graduates Get New Opportunity to Gain Industry Experience at Safripol South African graduates looking to build careers in the chemical manufacturing sector have a new opportunity to gain practical industry experience after Safripol announced applications for its Chemical … Read more

Grindrod Launches 12-Month Career Development Programme for Future Professionals

Published: 11 June 2026Author: Phindile Zwane Category: Learnerships | IT Careers | Logistics Jobs | Graduate Opportunities | Youth Development Grindrod Announces New Learnership Opportunity for Young South Africans Seeking Their First Professional Career Break For thousands of young South Africans, obtaining a qualification is only part of the journey toward employment. Employers increasingly expect … Read more

South African Youth Can Earn While Learning as MRTT Opens 50 Construction Learnership Opportunities for 2026

Published: 11 June 2026Author: Phindile Zwane – Student Empowerment Through Academy (SSETA) writterCategory: Learnerships | Skills Development | Construction Careers | Youth Employment MRTT Construction Learnership Programme Creates New Pathways Into South Africa’s Growing Infrastructure Economy Young people in Mpumalanga searching for a practical route into employment, skilled trades, and long-term income opportunities now have … Read more