Department of Home Affairs Cadet Learnership 2026/2027 – R4,500 Stipend, All 9 Provinces
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is inviting unemployed young South Africans to apply for the Cadet Learnership Programme 2026/2027.
The programme is a 12-month learnership opportunity available across all nine provinces of South Africa. It is aimed at unemployed youth who have obtained a Grade 12/National Senior Certificate or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.
Successful learners will receive a stipend of R4,500 per month for the duration of the 12-month contract.
The programme provides participants with theoretical training and practical workplace experience, including exposure to the core business of the Department of Home Affairs, particularly Immigration Services.
Department of Home Affairs Cadet Learnership Details
- Programme| Cadet Learnership Programme 2026/2027
- Department| Department of Home Affairs
- Programme Duration| 12 months
- Contract| 12-month learnership contract
- Stipend| R4,500 per month
- Minimum Qualification| Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate or equivalent NQF Level 4
- Provinces| All 9 provinces
- Closing Date| 18 September 2026
- Closing Time| 16:00
About the Cadet Learnership Programme
The Department of Home Affairs Cadet Learnership is a youth development programme designed to provide unemployed young people with an opportunity to gain workplace exposure, practical skills and theoretical knowledge.
Learners will be exposed to the Department’s core business, including Immigration Services, while developing skills and experience in a government working environment.
The programme is intended to assist unemployed youth in strengthening their skills and workplace experience as they prepare to enter the labour market.
Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R4,500 during the 12-month learnership period.
Who Can Apply?
The opportunity is aimed at unemployed youth who meet the stated educational and programme requirements.
Applicants should have:
- A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12); or
- An equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.
Preference will be given to applicants who live close to the office where the position is based.
Applicants should also carefully check the programme’s eligibility conditions before submitting an application.
According to the vacancy information, candidates who have previously participated in certain Public Service Youth Development Programmes may not qualify.
Applicants who are currently receiving financial assistance from government for a youth development programme will also not be eligible for consideration.
Available Cadet Learnership Opportunities
The Department of Home Affairs has listed opportunities across Gauteng, Eastern Cape, North West, Northern Cape, Mpumalanga, Free State, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo.
Applicants should apply for the province and centre that is most suitable for them and use the correct provincial reference number.
Gauteng
The listed centres include:
– Krugersdorp – 1 post
– Benoni – 2 posts
– Cresta – 1 post
– Sedibeng – 1 post
– Mamelodi – 2 posts
Reference: HRMC 58/26/1
Email: Cadetrecruitmentgp@dha.gov.za
Eastern Cape
The listed centres include:
– King Williams Town – 1 post
– Gqeberha – 1 post
– Libode – 1 post
– Queenstown – 1 post
– East London – 1 post
– Port St John – 1 post
Reference: HRMC 58/26/2
Email: Cadetrecruitmentec@dha.gov.za
North West
The listed centres include:
– Klerksdorp – 4 posts
– Mankwe – 1 post
Reference: HRMC 58/26/3
Email: Cadetrecruitmentnw@dha.gov.za
Northern Cape
The listed centres include:
– Kimberley – 2 posts
– Galeshewe – 2 posts
Reference: HRMC 58/26/4
Email: Cadetrecruitmentnc@dha.gov.za
Mpumalanga
The listed centres include:
– Witbank – 1 post
– Kwa-Mhlanga – 1 post
– Eerstehoek – 1 post
– Standerton – 1 post
– Nelspruit/Mbombela – 1 post
– White River – 1 post
Reference: HRMC 58/26/5
Email: Cadetrecruitmentmp@dha.gov.za
Free State
The listed centres include:
– Bloemfontein – 2 posts
– Phuthaditjhaba – 1 post
– Additional Free State centre – 1 post
– Bethlehem – 1 post
Reference: HRMC 58/26/6
Email: Cadetrecruitmentfs@dha.gov.za
Western Cape
The listed centres include:
– Wynberg – 3 posts
– Khayelitsha – 1 post
– Vredendal – 1 post
– George – 1 post
Reference: HRMC 58/26/7
Email: Cadetrecruitmentwc@dha.gov.za
KwaZulu-Natal
The listed centres include:
– Ixopo – 1 post
– New Hanover – 1 post
– Eshowe – 1 post
– Estcourt – 1 post
– Umgeni – 1 post
– Richards Bay – 1 post
Reference: HRMC 58/26/8
Email: Cadetrecruitmentkzn@dha.gov.za
Limpopo
The listed centres include:
– Polokwane – 1 post
– Giyani – 1 post
– Jane Furse – 1 post
– Thohoyandou – 1 post
– Mokopane – 1 post
Reference: HRMC 58/26/9
Email: Cadetrecruitmentlp@dha.gov.za
Important Note About the Listed Numbers
The source information contains some differences between the stated number of posts for a province and the number of posts obtained by adding the individual centres listed underneath it. Applicants should therefore rely on the official vacancy advertisement and the specific post details when confirming the number of positions available.
What Does the Learnership Offer?
The Cadet Learnership combines theoretical learning with practical workplace experience.
Learners will gain exposure to the Department of Home Affairs’ operations and will have an opportunity to develop workplace skills in a government environment.
The programme can provide valuable experience for unemployed youth who want to:
- Gain practical workplace exposure.
- Develop professional skills..
- Strengthen their CV.
- Gain experience in a government department.
- Learn about the Department of Home Affairs’ core business.
- Develop skills that may assist with future employment opportunities.
- Successful learners will receive a R4,500 monthly stipend throughout the 12-month contract.
- Documents Required
- Applicants must submit a fully completed New Z83 Application for Employment Form, effective from 1 January 2021, together with a comprehensive CV.
The CV should include:
– Employment start and end dates.
– Job titles.
– Duties performed.
– Reasons for leaving previous employment.
– Details of at least two contactable employment references.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide copies of their:
– Identity document.
– Grade 12 certificate.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must provide the relevant SAQA evaluation.
Successful candidates will also be subjected to pre-employment screening and security checks.
How to Apply
Applicants should complete the New Z83 Application for Employment Form and prepare a comprehensive CV containing all the required information.
Applications should be sent to the email address for the province in which the applicant is applying.
Provincial Application Emails
Gauteng: Cadetrecruitmentgp@dha.gov.za
Eastern Cape: Cadetrecruitmentec@dha.gov.za
North West: Cadetrecruitmentnw@dha.gov.za
Northern Cape: Cadetrecruitmentnc@dha.gov.za
Mpumalanga: Cadetrecruitmentmp@dha.gov.za
Free State: Cadetrecruitmentfs@dha.gov.za
Western Cape: Cadetrecruitmentwc@dha.gov.za
KwaZulu-Natal: Cadetrecruitmentkzn@dha.gov.za
Limpopo: Cadetrecruitmentlp@dha.gov.za
Applicants should ensure that they indicate the correct post number/reference and job title in their application.
Postal and Physical Applications
The vacancy information also provides the following postal and physical addresses:
Postal Address:
Private Bag X114
Pretoria
0001
Physical Address:
230 Johannes Ramokhoase Street
Pretoria
0001
Applicants should follow the application method specified in the official advertisement and ensure that their application is submitted before the deadline.
Important Information for Applicants
The Department of Home Affairs indicates that it expects to receive a high number of applications. Applications will therefore not necessarily be acknowledged in writing.
Only candidates who are successful during the recruitment and selection process will be contacted.
The Department also reserves the right to place or reject applications according to its service delivery needs and requirements.
Applicants should make sure that their Z83 form is fully completed and that all information supplied is accurate.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Department of Home Affairs Cadet Learnership Programme 2026/2027 is:
- 18 September 2026 at 16:00.
- Late applications will not be considered.
- Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid missing the deadline.
Important Notice
This learnership is intended for unemployed youth who meet the stated eligibility requirements. Applicants should carefully check the official advertisement before applying, particularly regarding previous participation in youth development programmes and current government-funded youth development support.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee selection. Applicants will be considered through the Department of Home Affairs’ recruitment and selection process.
Employment Hub SA shares employment and learnership opportunities to help job seekers find relevant opportunities. Applicants should verify the vacancy and application instructions through the official Department of Home Affairs recruitment source before submitting personal information.
Programme: Department of Home Affairs Cadet Learnership 2026/2027
Duration: 12 months
Stipend: R4,500 per month
Qualification: Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
Locations: All 9 provinces
Closing Date: 18 September 2026 at 16:00
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