Looking for work? The UIF Labour Activation Program & We Invest Africa want to help you in 2025 & 2026. This program offers real training and job chances for people without work. You can learn new skills and get certificates that employers want. It’s not just another slow government program. Instead it gives you practical knowledge you can use right away. The focus is on helping unemployed people get better job options. Young adults can learn useful skills to find work or even start their own business. The program is direct and gets straight to the point of making you more employable.
About The Program
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme Name | UIF Labour Activation Programme (LAP) & We Invest Africa Learnerships and Skills Programmes 2025/2026 |
| Application Mode | In-person (mostly) or online (where available) |
| Starting Date | Early to Mid 2025 (varies by programme and region) |
| Application Deadline | 30 September 2025 |
| Who Can Apply | Unemployed South African citizens aged 18–55 with at least Grade 10 |
| Training Locations | Varies by province (urban and rural centres included) |
| Sectors Covered | Agriculture, Construction, ICT, Environmental Practice, Admin, and more |
| Documents Needed | Certified ID, School Certificate, CV, Proof of Address, Proof of Unemployment, and more |
| Stipend | Yes (varies by programme) |
| Official Source | Programme details available through career centres, SETA offices, and local notices |
How Are Elligible
These are the requirements to check if you can submit an application. Please review them carefully before moving forward.
- To apply you need to be from South Africa and have a current ID document.
- This program is focused on aiding individuals who are currently unemployed.
- You should be 18 to 55 years old.
- To join you need to finish Grade 10.
- You cannot join more than one training program at once. This includes both learnerships and skills development courses.
- Different training programs are designed for specific groups. You can find classes made for children women and people with disabilities. Each program has its own special focus and teaching methods.
- You need to show up for training and prove that you are committed to the work.
Application Filling Procedure
You can follow these simple steps for filling the application.
- Applications will formally commence in 2025; notifications are normally announced on the radio, employment websites, posters in your neighborhood, or through SETA offices.
- Choose the program you’re most interested in, such as agriculture, construction, administration, or ICT.
- Fill in the application form—occasionally it’s online, but usually you’ll collect it from a local center or print it.
- Attach all of your certified documentation.
- Submit your whole application by September 30, 2025; do not wait until the last minute.
- After submitting, you wait for feedback; if you’re shortlisted, you may be summoned to an interview or assessment.
- Some programs need you to write a basic exam or come in for a screening interview.
- If you’re chosen, you’ll learn when and where your training will begin.
- Arrive on time, every time. These courses have severe attendance requirements.
- You will begin with some classroom or theoretical classes, learning about the field you’ve selected.
- After that, you’ll undergo practical training, which is genuine job experience under supervision.
- During the program, you may get a monthly stipend to cover basic transportation and food (the amounts vary).
- After finishing the training, you will receive a certificate, which is a recognized document that indicates you have finished the learnership or course.
- This qualification may now be used to apply for jobs and internships and even to establish your own small business.
Programs Offered
| Programme Type | What You’ll Learn / Do |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | Basic crop farming, soil preparation, irrigation, using tools, small farming business skills |
| Construction | Bricklaying, plumbing, painting, site safety, using basic construction tools |
| ICT (Technology) | Computer basics, typing, Microsoft Office, internet use, data capturing, tech support |
| Environmental Practice | Recycling, waste management, cleaning services, environmental safety awareness |
| Office Administration | Filing, typing, handling calls, managing office supplies, basic admin tasks |
| Retail & Sales | Customer service, operating tills, handling stock, working in shops or supermarkets |
| Hospitality | Basic crop farming, soil preparation, irrigation, using tools, and small farming business skills |
| Health & Safety | Basic cooking, cleaning, serving guests, and hygiene standards in kitchens and hotels |
| Entrepreneurship | Workplace safety procedures, emergency response, and hazard awareness |
Why Should One Apply
Students often finish school but have a hard time getting jobs. The biggest problem is that they don’t have work experience. This program helps fix that by letting you learn new skills and get real work practice. You’ll get a certificate when you finish, but that’s not all. You’ll feel more sure of yourself connect with people in your field and add solid experience to your resume. Many past students say this program changed their lives. They found jobs, got internships and even started their own small businesses after finishing the training.