EPWP Application 2025 — General Worker & Youth Jobs
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Apply for the 2025 EPWP opportunities across South Africa. General workers, community workers, cleaners, and youth placement roles available.
Introduction
The Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) continues to be one of the largest job-creation programmes in South Africa. For 2025, EPWP is recruiting unemployed youth, adults, and community members for short-term and medium-term work opportunities across municipalities and government departments.
These positions require minimal experience and are ideal for job seekers looking for practical, hands-on work.
Post Overview
Employer: Municipalities, government departments, and public entities
Positions: General Workers, Cleaners, Community Workers, Admin Assistants, Groundsmen, and more
Stipend: R2 500 – R4 000 per month
Closing Date: Varies by project
Contract Length: 3–12 months
Minimum Requirements
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South African citizen
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Ages 18–65
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Must be unemployed
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Basic literacy and communication skills
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Able to perform physical tasks (for labour-based roles)
No experience required.
Duties
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Cleaning public spaces
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Assisting with municipal operations
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Community outreach
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Grass cutting and maintenance
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Painting and repair work
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Filtration and waste management support
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Light administrative work in offices
Benefits
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Monthly stipend
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Work experience
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Short-term income support
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Skills development
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Local placement (work in your area)
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Priority for future municipal hiring
How to Apply
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Visit your nearest local municipality or ward councillor office.
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Request the EPWP application form.
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Submit your ID copy and CV.
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Complete biometrics if required.
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Wait for project placement.
Recommended Reading
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municipality general worker jobs hiring now across South Africa (vacancies category)
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learnerships and short training programmes for EPWP applicants (learnerships category)
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free courses that help improve chances for government entry-level jobs (free courses category)
Final Thoughts
EPWP opportunities give thousands of people a way to earn income and gain experience. Apply early and keep checking with your municipality for new projects.