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Gayton McKenzie hits back at detractors calling him a racist over job advert
Gayton McKenzie faces backlash for a job advertisement in his department that allegedly discriminates against Black applicants, prompting calls for his removal from the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture.
Unemployed KZN teachers scammed into paying for non-existent teaching posts
Education spokesperson Muzi Mahlambi said the department had noted with serious concern the allegations of fraud involving the individual known as “Amahle Nene-Sishi”, who has made false promises.
Home Affairs Committee lauds progress in tackling permit backlogs
The Portfolio Committee commends the Department of Home Affairs for reducing the permitting backlog and enhancing application processes in Gauteng.
DA slams ANC for power grab in troubled Thabazimbi local municipality
Ramathuba said the assessment conducted by Coghsta and the provincial Treasury revealed a complete breakdown in services, governance, and adherence to legislative requirements, which prompted the need for this intervention.
R120,000 is the average cost for rent in these three SA neighbourhoods
South Africa is home to three neighbourhoods where the starting property rental price is R40,000 for a one-bedroom flat, according to the Rodes Report on the SA property market.
Beware: KZN government warns public of fake job adverts
The fake job advertisements mirror the references and appearance of job adverts that were issued by the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government in August 2023.
KZN is looking to fill educator posts as MEC commits to transparent recruitment
Sipho Hlomuka, KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Education said that they are committed to a transparent recruitment process as the department looks to fill educator posts.
Waste picking volunteers who have been overlooked for jobs at Pikitup demand to be hired
Services were disrupted at the Pikitup Randburg Depot as workers took to the streets to protest against the employment practices and alleged corruption and nepotism within the waste management company.
ANC faces backlash over unemployed KZN doctors
Speaking at the ANC Youth League Peter Mokaba Volunteers’ rally at Alexandra Stadium in Johannesburg on March 10, Mbalula told members that all the doctors who had been employed were being employed by the ANC government.
Pivot to your dream career in 2024 with these tips
Careers are not linear and when individuals matriculate and start university at about 18 years old, their career choice may not be the one they stick with for life.
9 000 unemployed social worker graduates in South Africa
There are about 9 000 unemployed social worker graduates in the country.
Gauteng Department of Health prioritises filling hospital vacancies
The vacancies, which include those of hospital chief executives and other senior officials, are due to people resigning and going for greener pastures, or retirement.
6 red flags to watch out for to avoid job scams
With high unemployment and crime rates in South Africa, job seekers are vulnerable to job scams. Here are six red flags to look out for while searching for a job.
Research reveals hybrid work is good for a lot of reasons, including enhanced mental health
Research conducted on more than 2 000 hybrid workers found that the time saved by reduced commuting has resulted in countless health and wellbeing benefits.
Why this company opted for a 4-day work week
Employee mental wellness and more time away from work increase productivity, according to the results of trials conducted by 4 Day Week Global. Companies are growing more interested in this futuristic-seeming work mode.
How eLearning can help burnt-out employees
OPINION: Preventing burnout and staff turnover and helping your people flourish in the workplace is just as essential as finding the best talent. Pressure and stress are not going away and we need to empower employees, writes Michael Gullan.
Don’t fall victim to job scams in 2023: 6 red flags to watch out for
The explosive intersections of high unemployment, gender-based violence, and femicide in South Africa render women job seekers especially vulnerable to job scams.