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The City of Ekurhuleni has opened applications for its Community Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year, and the closing date is fixed: Monday, 30 November 2026. The announcement was published on the city’s own site on 30 October 2026. If you live in Ekurhuleni, have a 2027 place at a university or TVET college and cannot fund it, this

SA Youth operates as South Africa’s largest online youth recruitment platform. The network connects prospective employers with a registered talent pool of more than 5 million young work-seekers across the country. How to position yourself for learnerships and entry-level positions 1. Keep your digital profile updated and verified on zero-rated employment platforms. Many national youth initiatives rely on central digital

A R10 billion expansion project at the Gamsberg mine is set to unlock employment opportunities and boost local mineral processing capacity in South Africa. The development aims to expand mining operations while furthering mineral beneficiation within the country. What the Gamsberg expansion means for South African job seekers 1. Prepare your trade certifications and technical qualifications for mining and processing

Eskom has announced a Graduate in Training opening in the environmental field at its Grootvlei Power Station. The placement offers qualified graduates an entry route into environmental operations within the power generation sector. Preparing an application for Eskom graduate programmes 1. Align your tertiary qualifications with state-owned enterprise entry requirements. Large public utilities like Eskom evaluate hundreds of entry-level applications

The Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board has officially opened recruitment for several new roles within the organisation. How to approach provincial statutory board vacancies in the Western Cape 1. Understand statutory and public entity compliance requirements. Applying for positions within provincial regulatory bodies requires meticulous attention to formal documentation. Regulatory boards, including those handling licensing and compliance in the

As South Africa marks Mental Health Awareness Month, widespread retrenchment fears and ongoing economic uncertainty are creating severe psychological pressure on workers across the country. Many local employees report rising stress regarding income stability, personal financial security, and their ongoing professional identity in an uncertain economic climate. How South African workers can protect their career and mental well-being 1. Build

Durban is positioning itself as Africa’s premier superyacht destination through a R1.9 billion investment pipeline designed to target 2 500 direct jobs by 2030. As part of this initiative, the city is scheduled to host Africa’s first YARE On Tour Symposium in November 2026. What this maritime expansion means for KwaZulu-Natal job seekers 1. Build technical skills suited for marine,

Save the Children Global Ventures has announced a new investment in BluLever Education. This funding aims to assist more South African youth in gaining access to practical training for skilled trades and securing stable employment opportunities across the country. How youth can transition from trade apprenticeships into full-time employment 1. Focus on artisan and trade qualifications to build long-term career

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called on Limpopo provincial leadership to convert R452 billion in investment pledges into tangible employment opportunities. The urge underscores the province’s potential to drive hiring through major economic and industrial projects. What Limpopo job seekers should do as investment pledges unfold 1. Target key provincial industries like mining, agriculture, and infrastructure. Large-scale investment pledges in

Automotive group Motus and the Youth Employment Service (YES) have marked six years of collaboration aimed at driving youth employment within South Africa’s automotive sector. The initiative continues to focus on creating work opportunities and workplace experience for young South Africans entering the labour market. How young job seekers can position themselves for automotive careers 1. Target structured youth employment