The City of Tshwane invites young people to apply for the Ithuba Youth Economic Development Programme (IYEDP) 2026, offering opportunities in internships, work readiness, skilled trades, entrepreneurship, supplier development and driver’s licence support.
Programme Application Closing Date: Not specified
Programme Location: Tshwane, Gauteng, South Africa
Programme: Ithuba Youth Economic Development Programme (IYEDP)
Opportunities: Internships, job placement, skills training, entrepreneurship and youth development
About the Ithuba Youth Economic Development Programme
The Ithuba Youth Economic Development Programme (IYEDP) is a City of Tshwane initiative designed to create practical economic opportunities for young people.
The programme focuses on helping youth develop skills, access employment opportunities, start or grow businesses and participate more effectively in the economy.
Participants can access different development pathways depending on their needs and interests.
Work Readiness and Internships
Young people seeking workplace experience and employment support can access opportunities that include:
- Internships.
- Job placement opportunities.
- Work-readiness support.
- CV-writing assistance.
- Interview skills development.
This part of the programme is aimed at preparing participants for employment and helping them develop practical workplace skills.
Skilled Trades
The programme also provides skills-development opportunities for young people interested in becoming artisans and technicians.
Training opportunities are intended to help participants develop practical and technical skills that can improve their employment prospects.
Business and Entrepreneurship
Young people interested in starting or developing businesses can access entrepreneurship support through the programme.
This component aims to help participants turn business ideas into viable enterprises and develop the skills needed to participate in Tshwane’s economy.
Supplier Development
The Ithuba Youth Economic Development Programme also provides supplier-development support.
This pathway is intended to assist aspiring businesses with becoming registered suppliers to the City of Tshwane and developing their ability to participate in economic opportunities.
Driver’s Licence Support
Another opportunity available through the programme is driver’s licence funding and support.
This component is intended to help eligible young people obtain driver’s licences, which may improve their access to employment and economic opportunities.
Opportunities Available
The City of Tshwane programme covers five main areas:
- Work Readiness and Internships – internships, job placements, CV writing and interview skills.
- Skilled Trades – training for artisans and technicians.
- Business and Entrepreneurship – support for starting and growing businesses.
- Supplier Development – assistance aimed at becoming a registered City supplier.
- Driver’s Licence – funding and support towards obtaining a driver’s licence.
Who Should Apply?
The programme is aimed at young people interested in skills development, employment, workplace experience and entrepreneurship opportunities within the City of Tshwane.
The information provided does not specify detailed age, qualification or residency requirements. Applicants should therefore check the application platform for the requirements applicable to their chosen programme.
How to Apply
Applications for the City of Tshwane Ithuba Youth Economic Development Programme must be submitted through the programme’s application process.
Important: The SAB DynamX Trainee Programme application link included in the supplied information is unrelated to the City of Tshwane programme and should not be used to apply for IYEDP.
The supplied information does not include a verified direct City of Tshwane IYEDP application link. Applicants should therefore use the official City of Tshwane channels or the original opportunity page to access the correct application process.