✅ Attention Job Seekers: Be sure to read through the entire post for important details! You'll find the application link or email provided at the end of the post.
Siyakha Sonke, together with Afrika Tikkun, invites qualified applicants to apply for the Siyakha Sonke Youth Employment Programme. The closing date for applications is Friday 28 August 2026.
What the programme offers
Siyakha Sonke and Afrika Tikkun are looking for young people who want to start a career. The programme gives participants:
- A four‑week training that teaches basic workplace skills.
- Guidance on writing a CV, preparing for interviews and using a computer.
- A chance to be placed in entry‑level jobs such as call‑centre work, customer service, admin, construction, farming, food processing or retail.
The training does not promise a job, but it equips you with the tools that employers need.
Who can apply
- Age: 18‑35 years old.
- Living in one of the listed communities (see below).
- Ready to attend the full four‑week training program.
- Interested in entry‑level work in business process outsourcing, manufacturing, construction, agriculture, food processing or retail.
If this sounds like you, keep reading to see where you need to live and what you have to send in.
Eligible communities
- Westonaria
- Westonaria Borwa
- Simunye
- Hillshaven
- Kalbasfontein
- Jachtfontein
- Thusanang
- Zuurbekom
- Poortjie
- Bekkersdal
Anyone who lives in one of these areas can submit an application.
How to apply
- Prepare your details – have your full name, contact number, email address and proof of residence ready.
- Visit the online form – click the link below and fill out the short questionnaire.
- Upload required documents – attach a copy of your ID and a recent photograph.
- Submit before the deadline – only complete applications received by 23:59 (UTC) on Friday 28 August 2026 will be reviewed.
About the partner – Afrika Tikkun
Afrika Tikkun is a well‑known South African organization that has spent more than three decades helping young people develop skills and find sustainable work. Their focus is on real‑world training that matches the needs of local businesses.
Why you should consider this chance
- Skill‑building – Learn the basics of a professional environment, from communication to punctuality.
- Job‑ready – The program stops at the point where employers start looking for staff, giving you a head start.
- Community focus – By targeting specific neighborhoods, the programme aims to boost local employment.
- Free of charge – There is no fee to join the training or to apply.
Remember
- Only people who meet the age and residency requirements are eligible.
- The training lasts four weeks; attendance is mandatory.
- A completed application is required for any chance of placement.
Take the first step toward a steady job and a brighter future. Click the link, fill out the form, and submit your application before the deadline. Good luck!