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Dr Iqbal Survé: Unleashing the Power of Purpose
In a world of constant uncertainty, the pursuit of purpose remains the most powerful catalyst for transformation, writes Dr Iqbal Survé.
Is your routine ruining your vision? Learn how to protect your eyes
Our everyday choices might be affecting our vision more than we think.
Young woman claims the corporate world is full of exclusion and gatekeeping
Discover the challenges faced by black women in corporate spaces as Nobuhle Radebe shares her journey of exclusion and the need for solidarity among women.
Why Michael B. Jordan is swiping left on love for now
The actor has been single for over two years since his romance with Lori Harvey came to an end but he's not upset about being alone.
The Algorithm for equality rewiring STEM to accelerate girls and women
As the world marks International Day for Women and Girls in STEM under the theme “Women and Girls in Science Leadership: A New Era for Sustainability,” the focus must shift from progress to acceleration.
Ashburton Investments' Chief People Officer on building high-performance teams
Kim Howard, Chief People Officer at Ashburton Investments, has the dual task of creating an environment that drives strong team performance in a high-stakes knowledge industry.
How reputation and networking can make or break your job search
Building a robust professional network and maintaining a stellar reputation are essential strategies for job seekers.
Bro code in action: meet the ‘villain for hire’ making men look like legends
The service was designed to make other men look like knights in shining armour.
Loyiso Bala's career remix: from music star to business maestro
Despite his success, he realised that relying solely on music wouldn’t be sustainable in the long run.
Beats beyond barriers: the DJs who are changing the game for disabled artists
Join us in celebrating these pioneering DJs as they reshape the narrative surrounding disability in the music industry and inspire an entire generation to dream beyond.
Young South Africans urged to consider ‘prosperous’ career in panel beating as skills shortage sets in
There is currently a significant skills shortage in the Motor Body Repair sector, creating a high demand for well-trained professionals.
Digital etiquette: The challenges of professionalism in the remote working era
Professionalism, etiquette, dress-codes and time zones are challenges facing companies as they manage remote working frameworks and the current culture of always-on access to employees, says Natalie van der Merwe, Head of Telephony at Vox.
AI-careers and content creation the ultimate future for SA school leavers
As artificial intelligence reshapes the global job market, experts advise South African school leavers to pursue AI-driven careers, highlighting opportunities both locally and internationally.
South African Tourism appoints Darryl Erasmus as the new Chief Operations Officer
The company said that Erasmus began his new post on 7 January 2025.
Are you a content creator? This is why you should protect your intellectual property
A social media lawyer shares how millennials and Gen Z content innovators are reshaping industries, platforms, and consumer behaviour in SA and how they can protect their brand identity in the content creation space.
Redefining success: how continuing education transforms careers
For professionals navigating an ever-changing job market, staying relevant often requires expanding skill sets and exploring new opportunities.
SA talent report reveals the most challenging roles to fill in 2025
Key insights into South Africa’s top in-demand skills and recruitment challenges
Preparing learners for the gig economy
With the gig economy expected to reach $2. 7 trillion by 2025, education systems must adapt to equip learners with the skills needed for this dynamic environment.
Trust and hybrid working: what is it, how do you develop it, and how do you protect it?
Two work-from-home heroes emerged from the pandemic: technology and trust.
SEF’s potential to foster long-term education and employment
As the SEF seeks to create more than just immediate relief, it must pave genuine pathways to full-time employment or further study opportunities, to enable participants to improve their lives in the long term.
Developing new leadership for a new world
The GBS sector needs to develop a pipeline of leadership, if the industry is to reach the heights that its potential suggests it can.
SAPU rejects government’s 4. 7% public sector wage offer
The union said that it had concluded its mandate-seeking process and noted that it will officially inform government this week.
Marriott's 2025 Accelerate Programme: a pathway to careers in hospitality for South African youth
Marriott International is accepting applications for its 2025 Accelerate Programme, aimed at reducing youth unemployment in South Africa by providing young individuals with essential skills and training for careers in hospitality.
Four ways to attract and retain a Gen Z workforce in 2025 and beyond
Their introduction into the workforce has accelerated tremendously and has come into stark focus this year for many reasons.
Collectively building a future for local youth
With a staggering 45. 5% youth unemployment rate, South Africa faces a critical challenge. Discover how public-private partnerships and innovative programmes are creating pathways for young South Africans to transition from education to meaningful employment