​Thembisa Shologu
The Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) will launch the Jobs Fair Campaign on Friday, 16 June, which holds great promise for the unemployed. 
This is an effort for the provincial government to curb unemployment by creating meaningful job opportunities, empowering individuals to unlock their full potential and contributing to the province's prosperity.
Addressing the Media at Gautrain offices in Midrand, Acting Premier Lebogang Maile said the reality of unemployment weighed heavily on the province, hindering progress and holding back the potential of our talented young minds. 
"We cannot turn a blind eye to this burden any longer. We understand that now is the time for action, for real solutions that empower our people and propel our economy forward.
"During this Youth Month, all provincial departments and entities have come together to identify vacant and funded positions, intensifying our efforts to raise awareness about the job openings available to our province's motivated and skilled individuals," said MEC Maile. 
Jobs offered include drivers, receptionists, cleaners, artisans, construction managers, communication officers, health practitioners, agricultural advisors, engineers, and chief financial officers.
These will go live on June 16, representing the first wave of vacancies. We are committed to advertising more positions in phases until every position is filled.
"We urge Gauteng job seekers to seize this extraordinary opportunity to ignite change in their socio-economic status and shape a brighter future for Gauteng. 
"We stand hand in hand, unwavering in our commitment to build bridges to success, open doors that were once closed, and create pathways that lead to a better tomorrow. The time for change is now. Nasi'ispani Gauteng," added the MEC.
About 22 walk-in centres across the Gauteng City Region will be opened to assist job seekers.
In addition, libraries and labour centres will open their doors from 16 June to extend a helping hand throughout the application period. 
"These welcoming spaces are here to ensure that no one is left behind, offering personalised assistance to make the application process as smooth and successful as possible.
Maile was pleased and welcomed Vodacom's partnership with the GPG, which will make the Gauteng Jobs Portals zero-rated for its subscribers during the application period. 
All applications will be captured, and reference numbers will be generated for each application. Within 72 hours, applicants can expect an SMS with their reference number.
"The Gauteng government departments and their entities will communicate with all applicants regarding the status of their applications," he said. 
Those who may be unable to visit the walk-in centres may apply online through the Gauteng Jobs Portals 
at https://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za/, https://gpgjobcentre.gauteng.gov.za/  and https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/, until July 14, 2023.