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Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, promises to address allegations of political patronage and corruption within the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), stressing that the status quo is unacceptable.
South African job seekers are increasingly falling victim to sophisticated fake job scams, causing financial and emotional strain due to high unemployment rates.
A South African professional's candid LinkedIn response to Accenture's job rejection has sparked intense debate about job seeking, corporate hiring practices, and professional resilience, garnering hundreds of responses from the business community.
Unemployed teachers in KwaZulu-Natal are being warned about a fraudulent scheme that promises teaching jobs in exchange for money, as the Department of Education distances itself from the scam.
Wentworth community comes together to provide free haircuts for schoolboys, supporting local barbers and fostering community spirit.
The ANC is calling on the government to find solutions that protect the livelihoods of older participants, due to over 65,000 Community Work Programme (CWP) beneficiaries facing contract terminations.
Heala advocates for urgent discussions on hunger and food insecurity in South Africa, highlighting the need for policy reform and the expansion of the Health Promotion Levy to combat child hunger and improve public health.
Exploring South Africa's historical journey of solidarity with foreign nations, this article delves into the complexities of xenophobia, the rights of undocumented individuals, and the ongoing challenges faced by both South Africans and foreigners in the current socio-economic landscape
The opposition party in Limpopo, the Economic Freedom Fighters is accusing Speaker Makoma Makhurupetje of hiring her relatives and Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba of favouring Venda-speaking people to work in the healthcare sector.
Many job seekers hoping for an advantage unintentionally fall victim to popular interview misconceptions shared by social media, friends, and family.
The woman said her son receives free medical care required for his condition at a centre in Cape Town and this won’t be possible if they returned to Angola.
It can take weeks or even months to get a call back, leaving us to spiral down a rabbit hole about what the future holds.
The party argued that increasing the minimum wage would worsen the country’s unemployment rate, currently at 33. 5%.
The eThekwini Municipality revealed that debt collection had increased by R7. 8 billion between 2022/23 and 2023/24.
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“That issue is a critical problem that we do experience. When someone has completed a learnership we expect that they are ready to be permanently employed, however, they still remain unemployed,” Ndhlovu said.
Noluthando Msenge’s path has been one of resilience.
When it comes to job hunting, social media can be a double-edged sword and a tool in helping you discover career opportunities.
Women in South Africa continue to shoulder a disproportionate burden of unemployment, underemployment and lower workforce participation compared to men.
“Sometimes people dismiss us when we’re selling on the streets, undermining our efforts and thinking we’re just bored or clueless. It’s painful because they don’t realise we’re here out of necessity, not choice,” she told IOL News.
BANKSETA has allocated R13. 7 million to Durban University of Technology (DUT), significantly enhancingopportunities for students to gain practical work experience through internships.
KwaZulu-Natal police registered the majority of rape-related arrests countrywide for the second consecutive week and recovered a high number of firearms for the third consecutive week.
From a hopeful start in Durban to facing the harsh reality of street life, Boniswa Myali’s gripping tale reveals the challenges she endured and her unwavering determination to overcome them.
“It’s hit me hard emotionally and mentally. I was counting on saving money to pay for my driving licence and support my family, especially since no one else at home is working, ” said participant Mbali Matiwane.
The SA Police Service has warned the public to be vigilant against bogus police who demand money in exchange for being offered a job as a police trainee.