Skills Programmes

Young people across South Africa continue to face serious challenges when trying to find stable employment opportunities. For many unemployed youth and community members, the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) remains one of the most important ways to gain temporary work, practical experience, and exposure to municipal service delivery. Nongoma Local Municipality has officially opened … Read more

South Africa’s agricultural and heavy equipment industries continue to need skilled artisans, especially in technical fields linked to machinery maintenance and repairs. For young people interested in becoming qualified mechanics, the AFGRI Artisan Training Opportunities 2026 offer a valuable pathway into one of the country’s most in-demand technical careers. This structured apprenticeship programme gives unemployed … Read more

The MRTT Learnership Programme 2026 offers unemployed youth in Mpumalanga accredited training in construction, carpentry, painting, and mixed farming systems. Applications close on 29 May 2026. MRTT Building, Construction and Farming Training Opportunities for Unemployed Youth 2026 Young people living in the Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality now have an opportunity to gain accredited … Read more

Mr Price Foundation has opened applications for the HandPicked Professional Farming Programme 2026, a future-focused agricultural training opportunity aimed at unemployed South African youth interested in sustainable farming, hydroponics, and agri-tech. As agriculture continues evolving through technology and climate-smart farming methods, programmes like this are helping young people build practical skills for modern food production … Read more

The W&RSETA Skills Development Programmes for 2026 continue to play a major role in helping unemployed South African youth gain access to real career opportunities in the wholesale and retail sector. These programmes are designed to bridge the gap between education and employment by offering structured training, workplace exposure, and nationally recognised qualifications. For many … Read more