
Treasury launches 13th Jobs Fund application round
Since its inception in 2011, the Jobs Fund has committed R7.7 billion in public funding, leveraging an additional R15.7 billion in matched contributions from partners.

Since its inception in 2011, the Jobs Fund has committed R7.7 billion in public funding, leveraging an additional R15.7 billion in matched contributions from partners.

The Minister attributed the improvements in part to the efforts of police officers and communities working together to combat crime.

Rand Water says the work will improve pump availability, increase standby capacity and reduce the risk of equipment failures going forward.

SASSA encouraged beneficiaries to report any changes in income, employment, or financial circumstances to avoid possible suspension or cancellation of grants

Maile warned that non-payment of municipal accounts has already resulted in electricity and water disconnections at several schools, disrupting teaching and learning.

Dr Myende called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to declare youth unemployment a national disaster, arguing that such a move would unlock urgent and coordinated responses across government and the private sector.

According to the municipality, the positions are offered on a fixed-term contract with a monthly stipend of R4 000.

President Ramaphosa is expected to announce a permanent ministerial appointment in the coming days.

The visit comes at a time when South Africa continues to battle high youth unemployment, with many young people struggling to access opportunities in the digital economy.

The initiative forms part of governmentโs ongoing efforts to preserve the legacy of 1976 while strengthening youth participation in nation-building and socio-economic development