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Want to work in Europe? See the labour shortages list here

By Lorne Philpot 20-07-23 09:52

Europe is currently experiencing a number of labour shortages in various sectors. Here is the list of areas where persons from outside of Europe stand higher chances of securing work in Europe. To the surprise of many South Africans, these labour shortages are not just for highly skilled professionals. There also exists a huge demand […]

The precarious lives of supermarket grocery delivery drivers

The precarious lives of supermarket grocery delivery drivers

By Fazila Olla 17-07-23 11:35

While many people rave about the ease and speed of supermarket food delivery services, others on social media rant about the numerous delivery motorbikes ploughing the city streets, calling them on Twitter the “new scourge of our country” and “lawless on the road”. Speedy, motorbike-based, supermarket grocery delivery services have increased dramatically since Covid. Checkers […]

3 tips on how social media can help young South Africans looking for work

Looking for work? 3 tips on how social media can help young South Africans

By Fazila Olla 14-07-23 11:42

South Africa has a growing unemployment rate. Statistics show the unemployment rate to be above 60% for those aged 15-24 and over 40% for those aged 25-34 years. Rankings from the World Bank position South Africa as having the highest unemployment rate in the world. This runaway unemployment rate not only creates precarious, limiting circumstances […]

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IEC warns public of scammers exploiting job seekers

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele 05-07-23 13:47

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has warned members of the public about fraudsters using online job advertisement websites in the name of the organisation to obtain personal information from unsuspecting job seekers. ALSO READ: JMPD: Beware of fake jobs The Commission has noted various advertisements doing the rounds on WhatsApp and other social media platforms. […]

Switching to remote work? Pros and cons of remote work in 2023

By TheSouthAfrican.com 30-06-23 19:28

Thinking of switching to remote work? Many global companies continue to work fully or partially remote post-pandemic. It saves time on the morning commute, but can come with certain downsides. Here are the pros and cons of remote work in 2023. TikTok will have you thinking remote work in 2023 is rather glamorous, and that […]

Community health workers protest outside Lukhanyo Clinic in Addo last month for permanent jobs. The provincial department of health says it does not have funds to renew their contracts. Archive photo: Mkhuseli Sizani

21 000 jobs lost in Q1 in SA – these sectors were hardest hit

By Storm Simpson 27-06-23 18:37

South Africa recorded 21 000 jobs lost in the first quarter of the 2023/2024 financial year, according to Statistics South Africa’s (Stats SA) Quarterly Employment Survey (QES) released on Tuesday, 27 June. READ: Three more G4S employees arrested in Thabo Bester case TRADE AND BUSINESS SERVICES SUFFER SIGNIFICANT LOSSES, CONTRIBUTING TO SOUTH AFRICA’S OVERAL EMPLOYMENT DECLINE […]

Professionals in water space make waves

Two young professionals in water space making waves in South africa

By Fazila Olla 26-06-23 10:58

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has congratulated two of its young professionals for making it to the list of the 2023 Mail and Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans. The 200 Young South Africans is an annual feature that recognises young South Africans, who are trailblazers in their respective fields and industries. Awodwa Magingi, […]

virtual real estate

The rise of virtual real estate – Creating opportunities in the Metaverse

By Tanyaradzwa Pamhirwa 23-06-23 13:10

The Metaverse has emerged as a groundbreaking virtual reality realm transforming how people engage, collaborate, and entertain themselves. It presents an interactive digital landscape where individuals can delve into a three-dimensional universe, fostering exploration, creativity, and social connectivity. Unsurprisingly, this rapid rise in popularity has profoundly impacted numerous sectors, notably the real estate and the cryptocurrency industries. […]

Gauteng to host Jobs Fair on Youth Day

Jobs Fair on Youth Day to be hosted in Gauteng

By Fazila Olla 15-06-23 11:44

The Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) is expected to host a jobs fair in an effort to address unemployment in the province. The jobs fair will be launched this Friday, 16 June 2023, in centres across the province. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi said the initiative will not only address joblessness but also strengthen the provincial government’s capacity. […]

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