The Department of Basic Education has confirmed that applications are now open
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THE DEPARTMENT of Basic Education has confirmed that applications are now open for Phase V of the Basic Education Employment Initiative (BEEI), which will provide more than 200,000 job opportunities for unemployed youth in public schools across South Africa.
The initiative is part of the broader Presidential Employment Stimulus introduced by President Cyril Ramaphosa during the Covid-19 pandemic to address rising unemployment and stimulate job creation.
According to the department, the "programme targets youth aged 18-34, turning 35 by the end of March 2026."
The department added that the initiative follows the 'successful implementation of Phases I – IV, where more than 1.1 million job opportunities were created for youth.'
Teacher assistants will receive a monthly stipend of R4,000 and R30 for data as part of their six-month employment contract.
The department has also encouraged all youth to apply for the opportunities, ensuring they are included in these "massive job opportunities."
"The Departments (DBE and DEL) wish to encourage all the youth to apply for the opportunities so that they are included in these massive job opportunities, which can propel them into even greater opportunities and allow them to develop as professionals," it said.
Applications for job opportunities will only take place on the SA Youth mobi website. (https://t.co/CxS0p6nTLs).
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