SANRAL Invites Unemployed Youth to Apply for 2025 Learnerships – Closing Date: 13 June 2025

Attention South African youth! SANRAL, in partnership with BoTong Civils and the African Global Skills Academy, is calling for suitably qualified applicants to apply for their exciting 2025 Learnership Programmes. If you are unemployed and eager to start a career in the construction industry, this is your chance. The closing date for applications is 13 June 2025. Don’t miss out!

Build Your Future with SANRAL’s 2025 Learnership Programme

Finding a job in today’s world can be tough, especially for young people who don’t have any work experience yet. That’s why SANRAL, with its trusted partners, is offering this incredible opportunity to help young South Africans gain real skills, work experience, and a nationally recognized qualification.

This programme is fully funded by the Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA), and is aimed at unemployed youth in Butterworth, Eastern Cape (Mnquma Local Municipality). Whether you dream of working on large construction projects or starting your own business one day, this learnership will help you build a solid foundation for your future.

What Makes This Learnership So Special?

This is not just classroom learning. The SANRAL Learnership Programme gives you both theoretical training and real on-the-job experience. You’ll work on actual construction sites, guided by experts who will teach you how things work in the real world. This way, when you complete the programme, you’ll already have valuable work experience that many employers are looking for.

The programme doesn’t only help you get a job—it helps you build a career.

Programmes You Can Apply For

There are three different qualifications you can work towards, depending on your interest and current education level:

• National Certificate: Construction Contracting (Level 2)
• National Certificate: Building and Construction (Level 3)
• Further Education and Training Certificate: Supervision of Construction Processes (Level 4)

All these qualifications are fully accredited and meet CETA standards. That means your certificate will be recognized across the country and can open doors for many job opportunities.

What Will You Do During the Learnership?

As a participant, your role will include:

• Attending all scheduled classes and practical sessions.
• Working directly on real construction projects under supervision.
• Completing assessments, assignments, and logbooks to track your progress.
• Showing what you’ve learned in real job situations.
• Following strict discipline and attendance rules to stay in the programme.

Who Can Apply?

This programme is open to unemployed youth who meet the following criteria:

• Education: You must have either a certified Matric Certificate or a Grade 11 school report. The certification must be dated within 3 months when you submit your application.
• ID: You must include a certified copy of your ID, also dated within 3 months.
• Age: You must be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Employment Status: You must be currently unemployed.
• Location: You must be a resident of Mnquma Local Municipality. Preference will be given to locals.
• Disability: People living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

No previous work experience is required, making this the perfect chance for anyone looking to start their career.

Where Will This Learnership Take Place?

• Start Date: 14 July 2025
• Location: Butterworth, Eastern Cape (Mnquma Local Municipality)
• Stipend: You will receive a stipend if you successfully attend all scheduled training and activities.

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements and want to apply, here’s what you need to do:

• Send your full application to: recruitment@africanglobalacademy.co.za
• Make sure to clearly indicate which learnership programme you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
• Include all your certified documents: Matric Certificate or Grade 11 school report, and certified ID copy (both dated within 3 months).

Important Note: Only applicants who meet all the qualifying criteria will be considered. If you don’t hear back within 2 weeks after the closing date, you should assume your application was unsuccessful.

Who Are the Partners Behind This Programme?

This life-changing opportunity is made possible by:

• African Global Skills Academy
  • Industry: Education, Training, Project Management, Consulting
  • Website: www.africanglobalacademy.co.za
  • Email: recruitment@africanglobalacademy.co.za
• BoTong Civils
  • Delivery Partner providing expert construction knowledge.

Why You Should Apply Right Now

In South Africa today, it’s not easy for young people to find jobs, especially without work experience. The SANRAL Learnership Programme gives you both: a qualification and hands-on experience. If you want to work in the booming construction industry, this is your chance to make a real change in your life. These kinds of learnerships don’t come around often, and when they do, competition is high.

Make sure your application is complete and submitted before 13 June 2025 to avoid missing out on this opportunity.