New Jobs Fund Support for Green & Informal Economy Employment

The Jobs Fund, a National Treasury initiative, has launched a new funding round to support bold, practical solutions that tackle South Africa’s toughest employment barriers — this time with a spotlight on the green and informal economies.

Since inception, the Fund has disbursed R7.4 billion, enabling over 210,000 permanent jobs and backing thousands of SMMEs and emerging farmers. This new round continues that legacy, but calls for scalable, sustainable proposals that create jobs where they’re needed most — especially among youth and women.

🧾 What You Need to Know

• Eligible sectors:

  • Green economy: renewable energy, agri-tech, eco-transport, waste & water

  • Informal economy: spaza shops, care work, repairs, small-scale manufacturing

• Minimum grant: R5 million

• Co-funding requirement:

  • 1:1 for private/public sector

  • 1:0.5 for non-profits

• Application deadline: 5 June 2025 @ 15:00

• Apply via: www.jobsfund.org.za

📌 Applicants must show strong financial plans and operational sustainability. That’s where accountants play a key role — helping clients structure compelling, fund-ready proposals.

For the full term sheet, FAQs, and proposal guide, visit the Jobs Fund website or email jobsfund@treasury.gov.za.

📌 Tip for accountants: Assist clients in preparing proposals and ensuring financial models show long-term viability — this is key to qualifying.

Read more about this in the Media Statement issued by National Treasury.