Road Accident Fund. The Road Accident Fund (RAF) has opened applications for several learnership opportunities for young South Africans looking to gain valuable workplace experience and develop practical skills. A total of 11 learnership opportunities are currently available across different cities, including Durban, Johannesburg, Cape Town, East London and Pretoria.
These opportunities are particularly aimed at unemployed young people who have completed Matric (Grade 12) and meet the required age criteria. The learnerships provide participants with an opportunity to gain exposure to a professional working environment while developing skills that can support their future career development.
Road Accident Fund
The Road Accident Fund is a South African public entity responsible for providing appropriate support and financial relief to people who qualify for assistance following motor vehicle accidents.
Its mission is to provide timely and equitable assistance to individuals affected by road accidents through appropriate social benefits. By supporting qualifying victims and their families, the RAF plays an important role in helping people recover financially after road-related incidents.
In addition to its core responsibilities, the organisation also contributes to youth development through skills-development and workplace-learning initiatives.
Purpose of the RAF Learnerships
The RAF learnership programme is designed to help young unemployed South Africans gain practical workplace exposure and develop skills that can improve their future employment prospects.
Unlike traditional academic programmes, learnerships combine theoretical learning with practical workplace experience. This gives successful applicants the opportunity to understand how a professional organisation operates while building knowledge in areas such as claims administration, technology and digital services.
For young people who have recently completed Grade 12 and are searching for their first employment opportunity, these learnerships can provide useful exposure to the workplace.
Eligibility Requirements
The available opportunities are intended for unemployed South African youth between the ages of 18 and 23 years who have completed Matric/Grade 12.
Applicants should carefully review the official RAF advertisement before submitting an application because individual learnership positions may have additional requirements.
Candidates should ensure that the information provided in their application is accurate and that they meet all the conditions specified by the RAF. It is also important to prepare relevant documents and certificates before starting the application process.
Learnerships Available at RAF
The Road Accident Fund has advertised opportunities in two main areas: Technology & Digital and Claims.
The available positions and locations include:
Technology & Digital Learnerships
- Technology & Digital Learnership – Durban
- Technology & Digital Learnership – Johannesburg
- Technology and Digital Learnership – Cape Town
- Technology & Digital Learnership x1 – East London
- Technology & Digital Learner – Pretoria
These positions may be suitable for young people interested in developing their knowledge of technology, digital systems and related workplace processes.
Claims Learnerships
Several opportunities are also available within the RAF Claims departments:
- Claims Learnership – Cape Town
- Claims Learnership – Cape Town
- Various Claims Learnerships x2 – Durban
- Claims Learnerships x2 – East London
- Claims Department Learnerships x2 – Johannesburg
- Claims Learner x2 – Pretoria
The claims-related opportunities can provide exposure to the administrative and operational activities involved in processing and managing claims.
Locations of the Opportunities
One of the advantages of this recruitment drive is that opportunities are available in multiple South African cities. Applicants can find positions in Durban, Johannesburg, Cape Town, East London and Pretoria.
Candidates should select positions that match their preferred location and carefully check the official vacancy information for the specific position they want to apply for.
Why Apply for an RAF Learnership?
A learnership can be an important first step for a young person entering the job market. Participants can gain practical experience, develop workplace skills and learn how to operate in a professional environment.
For Matriculants who are currently unemployed, gaining workplace exposure can also strengthen a future CV. The experience gained during a learnership may help candidates when applying for other employment or training opportunities in the future.
The technology-focused positions may be especially relevant to candidates interested in digital and technology-related careers, while the claims positions can introduce learners to administrative and claims-related functions.
How to Apply for RAF Learnerships
Interested candidates should apply through the official Road Accident Fund website and follow the application instructions provided in the relevant vacancy advertisement.
Before applying, applicants should carefully read the requirements for their selected learnership. Make sure that your personal information, educational details and supporting documents are correct and up to date.
Applicants should also avoid submitting incomplete or inaccurate information. Following the official instructions can help ensure that the application is properly considered.
Important Information for Applicants
Candidates should remember that meeting the basic requirements does not automatically guarantee selection. The RAF will assess applications according to its recruitment and selection process.
Applicants should also use only official RAF recruitment information when applying. Be cautious of individuals or websites requesting money in exchange for a learnership or promising guaranteed selection. Legitimate applications should follow the official recruitment process.
Conclusion
The Road Accident Fund Learnerships 2026 provide an opportunity for unemployed young South Africans aged 18 to 23 with Matric to gain valuable workplace learning and practical experience. With positions available in Technology & Digital and Claims, candidates can explore opportunities across Durban, Johannesburg, Cape Town, East London and Pretoria.
If you meet the eligibility requirements, this can be a worthwhile opportunity to begin building your professional experience. Make sure to read the official vacancy details carefully, prepare your documents and submit your application according to the RAF’s instructions.
