Hundreds of Cape Town residents attended a job readiness drive at Kuyasa Library, accessing career guidance, employment information and practical support to improve their job prospects.
Held on Friday, 6 November 2026, the initiative brought together organisations working to help unemployed residents navigate the job market and connect with available employment support services.
The event was hosted in partnership with the City of Cape Town’s Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and Job Connect programme, alongside Harambee, the Department of Employment and Labour and the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA).
Job seekers received practical advice on preparing for employment, accessing career guidance and registering on the City’s job database.
The drive also provided residents with an opportunity to engage directly with organisations offering employment-related information and support.
By bringing these services together in a familiar community setting, the initiative helped make job-seeking resources more accessible to residents who might otherwise struggle to navigate different employment support systems.
The turnout highlighted the demand for practical assistance among people seeking work, particularly services that help individuals identify opportunities and take the necessary steps towards employment.
The event also demonstrated the evolving role of public libraries in community development.
Beyond providing access to books and educational materials, libraries can serve as important community spaces where residents connect with skills development initiatives, employment resources and public services.
Through partnerships with employment programmes and government departments, community libraries can help reduce barriers to information and support greater participation in the labour market.
The Kuyasa Library Job Readiness Drive illustrates how existing public infrastructure can be used to connect residents with practical resources that support employment readiness and economic inclusion.
