In South Africa, many people make a living and help their communities through informal work. Millions rely on small businesses like local shops and food stands in townships every day. However, these businesses often don’t get the advantages of using technology and being part of the official economy.
The Digital Innovation for Modernising the Informal Economy (DIME) Program aims to fix this. It’s looking for enthusiastic and skilled people to join its 6-month Data
Capturing Learnership Programme.
This program allows young individuals to make a real difference in their neighborhoods and develop important job-related abilities. Those taking part will work as data entry helpers, which is very important for giving business owners in townships the information, resources, and computer skills they need to succeed.
Why the DIME Learnership Matters
The DIME Programme bridges the gap between the informal and formal economy by equipping small businesses with digital skills, compliance knowledge, and sustainable practices. For interns, this is not just another short-term role it’s a platform to make an impact.
Interns will train, mentor, and support township business owners while developing their own communication, leadership, and digital expertise.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this life-changing opportunity, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Education: A Grade 12 (Matric) certificate is mandatory.
- Physical Fitness: Applicants must be agile, fit, and able to undergo physical training.
- Community Service: Experience in volunteer or community initiatives is an added advantage.
- Criminal Record: Must have no criminal record or pending legal cases.
- Key Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will contribute to the modernisation of township economies through hands-on training, mentorship, and digital support.
Key responsibilities include:
- Teaching shop owners and food sellers about using computers, following business rules, and growing their businesses in a lasting way.
- Running events and workshops that match the goals of the DIME program.
- Guiding young people and small business owners in townships.
- Encouraging safe ways to prepare food, good customer service, and online registration.
- Helping to monitor training, turn in reports, and collect information from the community.
- Supporting access to money and better ways to run a business.
Location and Reach
This exciting opportunity is available across Gauteng’s major township nodes, including Soweto, Alexandra, Tembisa, Diepsloot, and surrounding areas. Applicants should ideally reside within these communities to ensure meaningful impact and local empowerment.
How to Apply
To apply, send CV to: ndivhuwo@wakanda.org.za
A Step Toward Empowered Communities
The DIME Data Capturing Learnership Programme is more than a training opportunity—it’s a movement to uplift informal economies and strengthen township development. By joining this initiative, interns gain invaluable work readiness skills while helping their communities step into the digital era.
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