Many young South Africans use the SA Youth platform to find training, learnerships, internships, and entry level jobs.
The platform connects unemployed youth with employers, government programmes, and skills training opportunities across the country.
The official portal used for registration and applications is the SA Youth network at SAYouth.mobi.
Young people can create a free profile and apply for opportunities directly through the official website.
The platform is part of the Presidential Youth Employment Intervention and works with partners such as the Department of Higher Education and Training and the National Youth Development Agency to support youth employment.
Anyone who wants to access opportunities for 2026 can register through the official portal.
How do you register and apply for SA Youth placements?
You register and apply for SA Youth placements by creating a profile on the official SAYouth.mobi portal and applying for opportunities listed on the platform.
Registration normally takes only a few minutes to complete.
After registration, users can browse job listings, training programmes, and learnership opportunities.
When you find a suitable opportunity, you can submit your application directly through the platform.
Employers and programme organisers then review applications and contact shortlisted candidates.
All applications must be submitted online through the SA Youth portal.
Who can register on the SA Youth portal?
The SA Youth platform is designed mainly for unemployed young people.
To register, applicants must meet the following requirements.
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Have a South African ID number or refugee identification document.
- Be unemployed or looking for work.
- Have a cellphone number or email address for communication.
The system uses this information to match applicants with opportunities in their area.
Young people from any province can register and search for opportunities across South Africa.
Registration on the platform is completely free.
What information is needed to create a SA Youth profile?
Applicants must provide basic personal information during the registration process.
The portal usually asks for the following details.
- South African ID number or valid work permit.
- Contact details such as cellphone number or email address.
- Postal code or location information.
- Education level and training history.
- Work experience or skills if available.
The information helps the platform recommend relevant jobs and training opportunities.
Users can also update their profiles at any time to improve their chances of being matched with opportunities.
Step by step guide to register on SAYouth.mobi
Follow these steps to register on the SA Youth portal.
- Visit the official website at https://www.sayouth.mobi.
- Click the option that says “Join the Network”.
- Enter your South African ID number or valid identification document.
- Provide your personal details and contact information.
- Create a username and password for your account.
- Complete your profile with education and work information.
The full registration process usually takes about four minutes to complete.
Once your profile is complete, you can start searching for opportunities.
How to apply for opportunities on SA Youth
After registration, applicants can search for available placements on the platform.
Opportunities may include learnerships, internships, entry level jobs, or youth programmes.
Follow these steps to apply.
- Log into your SA Youth account.
- Browse available opportunities near your location.
- Click on a listing to read the full details.
- Check the requirements carefully.
- Click the “Apply” button if you qualify.
After submitting an application, the system will confirm that your application has been received.
Applicants can track their applications through the profile dashboard.
Employers usually contact shortlisted candidates through SMS, email, or phone.
How SA Youth helps young people find work
The SA Youth platform helps millions of young South Africans access employment and training opportunities.
The system connects job seekers with employers, training providers, and government programmes.
It also offers free learning resources and career guidance tools.
Users can access interview preparation tips and work readiness content through the platform.
The website also provides support through SA Youth Guides who help users with registration and job applications.
Anyone who needs help can contact the support team using the toll free number 0800 72 72 72.
Young people who want to apply for 2026 placements can start by registering on the official portal.