KZN Works

Overview

The Izandla Ziyagezana Programme is a departmental initiative aimed at poverty alleviation and job creation by focusing on labour intensive methods for the manual clearance of vacant provincial land.

Main Objectives

  • Job Creation: Provide job opportunities to the poorest households in disadvantaged communities, with a special emphasis on women and youth.
  • Empowerment: Empower women and youth through basic training in site clearance and life skills.
  • Cost-Effective Maintenance: Establish a cost efficient system for maintaining vacant provincially owned land while awaiting future use or disposal.
  • Community Pride: Instill a sense of pride and ownership in the community by maintaining a safe and clean environment.