‘Nandipha Magudumana’ spotted in another country in viral video

Miss SA Finalist Mbali Dlamini Mistaken for Criminally Accused Nandipha Magudumana in New York

South African beauty queen Mbali Dlamini, a former Miss SA finalist and reigning Miss Charm 2024, caused a stir on social media after a viral video of her in New York led some viewers to mistake her for Nandipha Magudumana, the aesthetics doctor facing criminal charges. In the video, Mbali can be seen walking the streets of New York, prompting comparisons due to her similar features to Magudumana, who is accused of aiding Thabo Bester’s 2022 prison escape.

Mbali, originally from Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, has previously been admired for her poised style and slim frame, making the resemblance uncanny. She has appealed to the public to stop linking her to the criminal allegations against Magudumana, emphasizing that she is merely a beauty pageant winner and model, not involved in any criminal activities. Fans have flooded social media with reactions, some jokingly expressing disbelief at the resemblance, while others voiced concerns about corruption and justice in South Africa.

Meanwhile, Nandipha Magudumana, Thabo Bester, and their co-accused are scheduled to stand trial for orchestrating the prison escape, defrauding the public, and violating multiple regulatory bodies. Their pre-trial hearing was recently postponed to 19 September, with the official trial set to begin on 10 November at the Bloemfontein High Court, keeping public attention on the high-profile case.

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) Entry-Level Jobs 2025

Closing Date: 12 September 2025
Locations: Regional Offices across South Africa – Pretoria, Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, Durban, Kimberley, Gqeberha, Cape Town, Mmabatho

Why Apply for DPWI Entry-Level Positions

The DPWI is central to managing South Africa’s public infrastructure, government buildings, and essential services. Entry-level positions offer young South Africans the chance to:

Gain hands-on experience in government administration and service delivery
Develop skills in communication, computer literacy, and financial administration
Contribute to national infrastructure development
Access professional growth and career advancement opportunities in the public sector

Available Positions

1. Administration Clerk: Organisational Design & Job Evaluation

Location: Head Office, Pretoria | Ref: 2025/81 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Grade 12/Matric; OD and job evaluation knowledge an advantage
Duties: Clerical support for OD and JE, correspondence, record updates, travel arrangements

2. Registry Clerk: Supply Chain Management

Location: Pretoria Regional Office | Ref: 2025/82 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Grade 12/Matric; EDRMS knowledge
Duties: Manage mail, file systems, courier services, and client assistance

3. Supply Chain Management Clerk

Location: Pretoria Regional Office | Ref: 2025/83 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric, computer literacy
Duties: Correspondence, meetings, procurement assistance, general office duties

4. Administrative Clerk: Workshop

Location: Pretoria Regional Office | Ref: 2025/84 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric, PFMA, Treasury regulations, MS Office knowledge
Duties: Job card registration, reporting, workshop administration

5. Admin Clerk: Help Desk and Complaints

Location: Johannesburg Regional Office | Ref: 2025/92 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric, PFMA, Archibus, Logis knowledge
Duties: Enquiry management, complaint follow-up, record updates, procurement support

6. Senior Accounting Clerk: Finance (Batch Controller)

Location: Bloemfontein Regional Office | Ref: 2025/85 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric with Accounting subject (advantage)
Duties: Financial document monitoring, budget assistance, BAS reporting

7. Senior Registry Clerk

Location: Durban Regional Office | Ref: 2025/86 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric; National Archives Act knowledge
Duties: Advanced registry functions, mail handling, record maintenance

8. Senior Security Officer: Security Management

Location: Kimberley Regional Office | Ref: 2025/87 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric, PSIRA Grade B, driver’s license
Duties: Security operations, vetting, SAPS/SANDF liaison, awareness sessions

9. Administrative Clerk: Movable Assets

Location: Kimberley Regional Office | Ref: 2025/88 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric, asset management knowledge
Duties: Asset register maintenance, stocktaking, compliance

10. Administrative Clerk: Acquisition Management (SCM)

Location: Gqeberha Regional Office | Ref: 2025/89 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric (Commercial subjects an advantage)
Duties: Supplier quotations, orders, contracts, procurement reporting

11. Administration Clerk: Construction Project Management

Location: Gqeberha Regional Office | Ref: 2025/90 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric; PFMA, WCS, office admin knowledge
Duties: Project support, WCS payments, travel coordination

12. Registry Clerk: Provisioning and Logistics

Location: Cape Town Regional Office | Ref: 2025/91 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric; MISS Act, NARSA, PAIA knowledge
Duties: Records management, invoicing, document uploads, courier coordination

13. SCM Clerk: Provisioning and Logistics

Location: Mmabatho Regional Office | Ref: 2025/94 | Salary: R228,321 p.a.
Requirements: Matric; SCM and procurement knowledge
Duties: Procurement support, order generation, stock management, travel assistance

Who Should Apply

Open to unemployed South African youth with a Grade 12 / Senior Certificate. Ideal candidates are:

Motivated and hardworking
Skilled in communication, computer literacy, and organisation
Able to work under pressure and collaboratively in a team

How to Apply

Complete a Z83 application form (downloadable online)
Submit with an updated CV
Indicate the Reference Number, Position, and Area/Centre on the form
Only shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of ID, qualifications, and transcripts

Submission Addresses and Emails

Applications must be sent to the relevant regional office, either via post, hand delivery, or email. For example:

Head Office (Pretoria): Recruitment25-34@dpw.gov.za
Pretoria Regional Office: RecruitPTA25-08@dpw.gov.za
Johannesburg Regional Office: RecruitJHB25-04@dpw.gov.za
Bloemfontein Regional Office: RecruitBLOEM25-04@dpw.gov.za
Durban Regional Office: RecruitDBN25-06@dpw.gov.za
Kimberley Regional Office: RecruitKIM25-08@dpw.gov.za
Gqeberha Regional Office: RecruitPE25-06@dpw.gov.za / RecruitPE25-07@dpw.gov.za
Cape Town Regional Office: RecruitCPT25-14@dpw.gov.za
Mmabatho Regional Office: RecruitMBT25-02@dpw.gov.za

Conclusion

DPWI Entry-Level Jobs 2025 provide young South Africans a gateway into stable government careers across administration, finance, supply chain, security, and records management. These roles offer hands-on experience, career development, and the chance to contribute to South Africa’s public infrastructure.

Apply before 12 September 2025 to start building your future in the public sector.