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TikTok summit highlights the urgent need to address cyberbullying and mental health in South Africa

Discover how the recent TikTok Online Safety Summit in Cape Town addressed pressing issues of cyberbullying and mental health, featuring insights from policymakers and creators who are shaping a safer digital landscape in South Africa

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

South Africa’s growing Global Business Services Sector offers thousands of jobs to youth

South Africa's Global Business Services sector demonstrates remarkable growth, creating over 14 000 new jobs in 2024 and generating R13. 6 billion in export revenue. The sector's expansion, attracting major international investors, positions the country as the third most attractive offshoring destination globally.

Business Report Economy
Ashley Lechman|Published

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.

Business Report Economy
Opinion|Published

Fashion retailer Zando is leaving South Africa

Almost 10 international companies have decided to leave South Africa in 2024.

Business Jobs
Vernon Pillay|Published

Joburg school launches 80-day smartphone abstinence challenge to boost mental health

As Holy Rosary School for Girls embarks on this transformative journey, its bold initiative serves as an inspiring and necessary response to the growing fear of digital addiction affecting youth.

Lifestyle Health Mind
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Unemployment rate higher in second quarter

The official unemployment rate was 33,5% in the second quarter of 2024.

Business Report Economy
Ashley Lechman|Published

Say hello to Dino Kyriakides, a Joburg boy who used OnlyFans to help launch his media career

Meet Dino Kyriakides, a former OnlyFans content creator and serial entrepreneur.

Business Jobs
Vernon Pillay|Published

Empowering young women in construction: addressing unemployment in SA

The construction and infrastructure development sector offers a promising solution, providing employment opportunities to lower-skilled and disadvantaged young women from local communities.

Business Report Careers
Opinion|Published

CEO of Nanyata is driven to close the skills gap and unemployment rate in SA

Jacintha Naidoo is the CEO and founder of Nanyata, a proudly South African, decade-old, black female-owned talent solutions provider.

Business Report Entrepreneurs
Ashley Lechman|Published

Brazil, SA and Spain set up an alliance to combat worldwide labour inequalities

South Africa, Brazil and Spain’s labour ministers formed an alliance to combat worldwide labour inequalities.

Daily News News
Nkosingiphile Dladla|Published

Security, ethics and opportunity: AI in South Africa

Don’t panic – AI isn’t coming for your job. What it is doing is delivering new opportunities, creating new jobs and making work simpler for millions of people.

Business Report Economy
Opinion|Published

Key skills shaping SA's digital economy

Candidates typically aspire for change, fresh beginnings and dynamic environments at the beginning of the year. Yet, we saw the first quarter start at a subdued pace.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

LexisNexis ordered to employ worker after revoking his contract following a criminal record from over 20 years ago

When filling out the form, the man admitted to having been previously criminally charged. He explained that the charge emanates from a theft committed in 2001 and it has since been expunged.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The five most in-demand job roles for remote workers

In terms of remote work opportunities, there is one job sector that has the most job roles.

Business Jobs
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

Don’t fumble the bag: Avoid these common LinkedIn mistakes to find your dream job

With so many recruiters looking to LinkedIn first when researching candidates, your profile is essentially your introduction to the professional world. So, your profile should be squeaky clean.

Business Jobs
Xolile Mtembu|Published

EU parliament to bar Amazon lobbyists

An ongoing labour dispute prompted the European Parliament to withdraw access to Amazon’s lobbyists amid an ugly row with EU lawmakers and the online retail giant.

Business
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Working on the go

Here are eight essential Android apps for mobile entrepreneurs, remote workers and other road warriors who need to work on the go.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

Sona 2024: ‘Government has taken steps to address youth unemployment’ - Ramaphosa

Millions of young people aged 15 to 24 years across the country are currently not in employment, education or training.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Navigating after-school opportunities

After school, you will be faced with numerous choices and options – each of which will shape and impact your future journey.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

Union reminds Ramaphosa of his promises since 2018 ahead of Sona

The United Association of South Africa (UASA) says South Africans have seen a few improvements and much deterioration over the last seven years but most people lived with the hope for a better future.

Daily News News
Daily News Reporter|Published

Here’s why UK companies are increasingly turning to top-tier South African talent

Many companies based in the UK are outsourcing parts of their function and making South Africa their first choice for talent scouting.

Business Report Economy
Staff Reporter|Published

Don’t get hooked! How to avoid job scams in today’s market

A common scam on WhatsApp, for instance, offers people thousands of rand for doing things such as subscribing and liking YouTube channels, or submitting screenshots of particular locations for a fee.

Business Report Economy
Staff Reporter|Published

TOP ACHIEVERS digimag: Take a bow matric class of 2023

Independent Media’s TOP ACHIEVERS 2023 digital magazine showcases the excellence of schools and learners who managed to overcome changes and challenges to and achieve results beyond all expectation.

The Star Partnered
Brandstories|Published

Positive energy will help school leavers adapt to new chapter

Many students drop out due to work and family commitments.

Daily News News
Mbali Khanyile|Published

Google, Amazon and more tech companies cut staff, invest in AI

Google’s sales division will be letting go of a few hundred employees as the company looks to make its workforce more efficient for 2024.

Tech
Vernon Pillay|Published