The latest phase of government's Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) will create over five million job opportunities.
Government’s Expanded Public Works Programme is switching focus on infrastructure in its latest phase, including fixing potholes, lifts, plumbing, and solar installation.
Public Works and Infrastructure minister Sihle Zikalala detailed the upcoming fifth phase of the programme, saying it will create over five million job opportunities. The programme’s latest phase has so far delivered over four million jobs and is set to end in March next year.Among the changes will be the reopening of government workshops and the insourcing of graduates from the National Youth Service . The workshops will be the crucibles of innovation, skills development and practical exposure.
“By integrating NYS graduates into these workshops, we aim to foster a culture of continuous learning and hands-on experience, ensuring our youth are not just employable but are drivers of innovation and change.”The jobs created will include pothole patching, brick paving, cleaning of neighbourhoods and waste management, retrofitting of government buildings and solar installations, and fixing lifts and plumbing.’“EPWP Phase 5 should be more than just combatting unemployment.
The Tshwane metro said it would disqualify all applications for the programme submitted by political parties. “We have been made aware of councillors claiming to be representing certain political formations and promising community members ‘priority status’ when completing EPWP application forms.Struggling to find a job? Try upskilling yourself
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