Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) Learnerships 2025
Company:
We Invest Africa (Pty) Ltd in partnership with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) Labour Activation Programme (LAP)
Location:
Shulimani Training Academy
Stand No. 102, Old Kurhuleni Creche
Ntsumele B, Kurhuleni Mission, 0933
Remuneration:
Funded opportunity – Participants may receive monthly stipends as per UIF LAP guidelines
Closing Date:
30 September 2025
Time: 15:00 PM
Introduction
Are you an unemployed South African looking to gain valuable skills and work experience? The 2025/2026 Learnership and Skills Programmes by We Invest Africa in partnership with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) offer a golden opportunity for individuals eager to develop professionally and enter the workforce.
These 12-month accredited programmes target 30 unemployed individuals per course, providing them with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in critical sectors such as construction, agriculture, safety, plumbing, customer service, and more. Whether you’re looking to upskill or start a new career path, these programmes are designed to build your future.
What Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)?
While this programme is not hosted by Transnet, it operates similarly in its mission of upskilling South Africans and contributing to national development. Transnet is a state-owned enterprise responsible for freight logistics in South Africa. It plays a major role in economic development through job creation and training opportunities like internships, learnerships, and artisan programmes. Similarly, the UIF Labour Activation Programme, together with We Invest Africa, aims to support economic empowerment by reducing unemployment through skill development.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the We Invest Africa UIF Learnership and Skills Programmes, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Must be currently unemployed
- Must be a South African citizen
- Possess a valid South African ID
- Be between the ages of 18 to 55
- Have passed Grade 10 or higher
- Have an interest in the construction or building sector
- Must not be currently enrolled in another learnership or education programme
Role Responsibility
Successful participants will be enrolled in one of the following Learnership Programmes (12 months), each leading to a National Certificate accredited by the NQF:
- National Certificate: Mixed Farming Systems – NQF Level 2
- National Certificate: Plant Production – NQF Level 3
- National Certificate: Landscaping – NQF Level 2
- National Certificate: Animal Production – NQF Level 2
- National Certificate: Construction Roadworks – NQF Level 3
- National Certificate: Construction Health and Safety – NQF Level 3
- National Certificate: Community House Building – NQF Level 2
- National Certificate: Water and Wastewater Process Control – NQF Level 3
In addition, participants can also be placed in Skills Programmes, designed for faster training and more focused outcomes:
- Entrepreneurship Support
- Professional Driving
- Farming
- Horticulture
- Construction Health and Safety
- Customer Services
- Plumbing
- Poultry Farming
- Plastering
- Environmental Practices
- Hygiene and Cleaning
- End User Computing
- Solar Installation
- Bricklaying
Skills and Attributes
Ideal candidates will possess or develop the following skills and qualities during the course:
- Strong work ethic and motivation to learn
- Team collaboration and communication skills
- Attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols
- Ability to work in hands-on environments such as farms, construction sites, or technical workshops
- Basic computer literacy for roles in computing and customer service
- Entrepreneurial thinking for self-employment pathways,
Application Process
Application documents must be hand-delivered at:
Shulimani Training Academy
Stand No. 102, Old Kurhuleni Creche
Ntsumele B, Kurhuleni Mission
0933
Important Note:
If you do not hear from We Invest Africa within two weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries
For more information:
Call: 083 299 8027
Email: info@weinvestafrica.co.za
This opportunity is part of the national strategy to upskill unemployed individuals and reduce poverty through sustainable employment. Whether you’re interested in agriculture, technology, or construction, this programme provides you with the platform to thrive.
Be part of the change. Apply before 30 September 2025.
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