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This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Expanded Public Works Programme since its launch in 2004.

July 3, 2026Open Access

Expanded Public Works Programme: hope for the unemployed?

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This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Expanded Public Works Programme since its launch in 2004.
Conducted a mid-term review of the Expanded Public Works Programme.
Analyzed employment outcomes and training efficacy for job seekers.
The Programme has provided numerous temporary job opportunities since 2004.
Participants receive training aimed at improving chances of permanent employment.

Abstract

Since its launch the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) has come to be regarded as the flagship employment project of the government as it sets out to provide temporary job opportunities, supported by training, to enable job seekers to access more permanent employment. What has the Programme achieved in the period since its launch in 2004? David Hemson looks at the findings of a mid-term review of the Programme.

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Human Sciences Research Council (Wed,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a4756705c29257aa257ad67 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.14749/32854631