How to Sign Up for the Teacher Assistant – SA Youth in South Africa for 2025
South Africa’s youth face many challenges when it comes to finding employment and accessing meaningful opportunities. Fortunately, SA Youth provides a free and powerful platform designed to help young South Africans connect with learning and work opportunities. Supported by the Presidential Youth Employment Intervention, sayouth.mobi is powered by Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator in partnership with several government and development organisations.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to sign up for SA Youth and begin your journey toward employment and growth.
What is SA Youth?
SA Youth is a national network that helps young people (aged 15–34) access opportunities for learning, earning, volunteering, and work. It’s 100% free to use and doesn’t require any data to access the site if you are in South Africa — which means you can browse job opportunities and resources without using up your mobile data.
The platform is part of the Presidential Youth Employment Intervention, supported by:
- Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator
- Department of Employment and Labour
- Department of Higher Education and Training
- National Youth Development Agency (NYDA)
- Youth Employment Service (YES)
- Development Bank of South Africa (DBSA)
Who Can Register?
You can sign up for SA Youth if you:
- Are aged 15 to 34
- Are a South African citizen (or have the right to work in South Africa)
- Are unemployed or looking for work
- Have access to a mobile phone or computer with an internet connection
How to Register on sayouth.mobi
Follow these easy steps to register:
Step 1: Visit the Website
- Go to https://sayouth.mobi using any mobile phone or computer. ✅ The site is data-free, so you won’t be charged for browsing if you’re using a South African network.
Step 2: Create Your Profile
- Click on “Join the Network” if you’re a first-time user.
- Enter your ID number or passport number (for foreigners with legal work rights).
- Fill in your personal details:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Gender
- Contact details (mobile number and email if available)
- Home address
- Choose a secure password.
Step 3: Answer Questions About Your Skills and Experience
- Complete a short questionnaire about:
- Your highest level of education
- Work experience (if any)
- Languages you can speak and write
- Your interests and career goals
This helps match you to opportunities that suit your background and goals.
Step 4: Search and Apply for Opportunities
Once registered, you can:
- Browse job listings, internships, learnerships, and volunteer programs
- Apply directly on the platform
- Get recommended opportunities based on your profile
- Receive SMS notifications when opportunities near you are available
Step 5: Update Your Profile Regularly
- Keep your contact information and experience up to date.
- Log in frequently to check for new opportunities.
- You can edit your profile anytime by logging in at sayouth.mobi.
Need Help?
If you get stuck or need assistance:
- Call the SA Youth toll-free support line: 0800 72 72 72
- Help is available Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM
- You can also ask for help at local NYDA centres, Labour Centres, and Harambee offices around the country.
Final Thoughts
SA Youth is more than just a job portal — it’s a powerful tool to help South Africa’s young people connect to opportunities, gain skills, and build a brighter future. Signing up is quick, easy, and completely free. So if you’re looking to start your journey to employment, education, or training, don’t wait — join SA Youth today!
