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Legalising the cannabis economy takes a Covid-19 hit
The lockdown has prevented public consultations and parliamentary committee meetings on the commercial use of marijuana and hemp
Covid-19: An opportunity to reform the educational landscape
Policymakers and pundits, however, must ensure novel solutions do not exacerbate the inequalities of the South African education system
The NHI could provide a dose of social justice for South Africa
But to do so, it will have to provide genuine universal access to marginalised communities, including refugees and migrants
Can-do people achieve despite the odds
Our final freedom is the choice we make in our attitude to difficult circumstances — as the stories of 16 exceptional teachers show
South Africa must have a stake in artificial intelligence technology
The country needs an institute that will be a conduit for AI knowledge to industry, society and government
Preparing graduates for the workplace
Imbuing students with entrepreneurial thinking can also provide value to the larger economy
Dear EFF, it’s time for radical renewable transformation
The party’s vision for Eskom seems to be one designed to benefit vested interests rather than the greater good
Are young South Africans set up for failure?
With 7.9-million young South Africans out of work or with very little education or training opportunities, who looks out for their aspirations?
Floods in Ireland: A postcard from the edge of the climate crisis
It seems that politicians aren’t paying attention to the floods, fires and droughts spinning our world out of control
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Gauteng responds to grave concern
The news of Gauteng’s grave site preparations raised alarm about the expected number of Covid-19-related deaths in the province
Demolition of hope in Hangberg
The City of Cape Town in June twice knocked down structures on land allocated for other purposes. The city says these were not evictions; residents ask why no police are available for rapes and murders
Sassa disses disability grant applicants
Towards the end of level four of the lockdown, Sassa offices reopened for applications for old age pensions and childcare and foster care grants, but not for disability grants
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Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES
An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow
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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan
Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date
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Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA
SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations
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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap
The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities
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Cheque value bundles – real value
Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities
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Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket
In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners
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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised
SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector
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Eleven ways to protect yourself against fraud
While financial services firms work continuously to improve security, fraudsters are always devising new plans to circumvent the latest safety measures
