Enhancing Communities by Creating Job Opportunities
Limpopo has ushered in a wave of optimism, employing over 170 individuals in public sector roles under the leadership of Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure MEC Tonny Rachoene. This initiative comes at a crucial time, as the province works to address unemployment and enhance service delivery in communities.
Empowering Limpopo: A Dedication to Generating Employment Opportunities
As South Africa recorded a 1.4% decrease in national unemployment, Limpopo’s unemployment rate saw a marginal 1.2% quarterly increase, according to Stats SA’s Labour Force Survey. In response, MEC Rachoene has intensified efforts to combat joblessness by creating opportunities across the province’s five key regions: Sekhukhune, Vhembe, Capricorn, Waterberg, and Mopani.
On Monday, 174 recruits officially joined the department, bringing renewed hope to communities. The new hires include 83 women, 73 youth, and three individuals living with disabilities, reflecting an inclusive hiring strategy.
Rachoene emphasized his dedication to strengthening the department’s internal capacity to deliver essential services. “One of the things I committed to when I was given this portfolio as MEC was to create jobs,” he said during the welcoming ceremony.
Additional Employment Opportunities Ahead
Rachoene has pledged further job opportunities, announcing plans to issue a new circular to advertise additional posts by the end of the financial year. These roles will span crucial services such as road infrastructure, education and health projects, financial management, and corporate services.
The recruitment initiative has already made a significant difference in numerous lives. A 35-year-old woman conveyed her appreciation, saying, “Today, I can provide for my family.”
Similarly, Phillip Machubeni, a father of five from Morutji near Tzaneen, praised the initiative: “We will be able to buy Christmas clothes and school necessities for our children. The future looks bright.”
A Celebratory Enhancement for the Residents of Limpopo
As Good Friday draws near, the initiative has brought early holiday joy to families. The creation of new jobs signifies not only economic stability but also embodies hope for a more promising future under the guidance of MEC Rachoene..