Latest articles on Youth Employment

All South Africans can help build a sustainable digital infrastructure

Coronavirus Onyi Nwaneri - 7 Jun 2020

Technology is key for youth to access economic opportunities, however many cannot afford devices or data

To silence Africa’s guns, empower its youth

Africa Edwin Ikhuoria - 13 Feb 2020

It may be impossible to end the cycle of conflict in various countries on the continent without creating jobs for young people

A year of YES

Article Aaisha Dadi Patel - 5 Apr 2019

It has been a year since the Youth Employment Service was launched, and the social enterprise is steadily working to address youth unemployment

Exploring FETs and TVETs as viable alternatives

Article Staff Reporter - 1 Feb 2019

Your chances of finding or creating work are increased

Women entrepreneurs make it with WRC’s support

Article Advertorial - 23 Nov 2018

Refilwe Lesufi says there is an urgent need to create off-grid solutions in rural areas

Africa’s youth, brimming with potential, must be nurtured

Article Esther Ngumbi - 22 Jun 2018

Although Africa has the highest proportion of young people, it has the highest prevalence of hunger

Ramaphosa: Work experience is a barrier to employment

Article Alex Mitchley - 16 Jun 2018

The president has urged youth to become agents of their own liberation, saying that their challenges can be overcome

Department of Arts and Culture steps up pace of transformation

Article Advertorial - 25 May 2018

Several initiatives have been successfully launched to promote the arts and develop young minds

Only beneficiation will stamp out

Article Dineo Bendile - 29 Mar 2018

The youth jobs scheme offers yearlong internships but sceptics fear it will only beef up BEE scorecards

Tshepo 1 million: transforming the lives of the youth

Article Shaazia Ebrahim - 9 Mar 2018

Addessing youth unemployment is a key priority on the premier's agenda

Students in DSIDE programme come up with innovative solutions

Article Staff Reporter - 9 Feb 2018

An early warning system could help lower fatalities in SA mines

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Q&A Sessions: ‘My north star is the patient’

Eyaaz Matwadia - 24 Oct 2020

Rhulani Nhlaniki is Pfizer’s cluster lead for sub-Saharan Africa. As Pfizer starts phase III of the clinical trial of their Covid-19 vaccine candidate, he tells Malaikah Bophela that if it is successful, the company will ensure the vaccine will be available to everyone who needs it

National

Murder of anti-mining activist emboldens KZN community

khaya koko - 23 Oct 2020

Mam’Ntshangase was described as a fierce critic of mining and ambassador for land rights.

National

Hawks swoop down with more arrests in R1.4-billion corruption blitz

khaya koko - 22 Oct 2020

The spate of arrests for corruption continues apace in Gauteng and the Eastern Cape.

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Special Reports

Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

Special Reports

Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

Special Reports

Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

Special Reports

Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

Special Reports

Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

Special Reports

The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

Special Reports

In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

Special Reports

Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection