In 1924, a small group of dedicated eye health practitioners came together and founded the South African Optical Association (at the time) to provide a home for Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians, to promote eye health and vision care, and to address the professional needs of members. In addition, the... Read more
New data has revealed the tech skills employers desire the most, with Microsoft Office topping the list. New research, conducted by system design interview prep experts System Design School, gathered data on the total number of times a tech-specific skill had been mentioned in job listings on Glassdoor. Microsoft... Read more
Over 300 excited learners from across Gauteng attended Lanseria International Airport’s Career Expo at the airport on Mandela Day. As a key enabler of learning and education, Fundi’s stand was an anchor point at the event: offering guidance and support to these aviators of the future, and giving many... Read more
MTN Foundation’s investment of R14 million to equip 900 unemployed young South Africans with marketable digital skills is a vote of confidence in the potential of the nation’s youth and a positive long-term step in helping secure South Africa’s place in an increasingly digital global economy. South Africa, like... Read more
Limitless career opportunities for hospitality graduates
CareersThe Independent Institute of Education June 22, 2024
Hospitality is one of the world’s fastest growing employment sectors and it is predicted to continue growing strongly in coming years. With a qualification or degree in hospitality management, career opportunities for graduates are limitless. According to the State of Hospitality report, the travel and tourism industry is projected... Read more
Having recently moved from Johannesburg to Toronto I have fielded a flurry of questions from colleagues and if I’m being honest, around the weight of our qualification. Can we have both global mobility and success? Are we future-proofed? Do we need to reinvent ourselves to remain agile? This article... Read more
Down, but not out – that was the mantra of Adele Rooibaatjie as she moved from struggling student to become a recruiter at one of the world’s Big Four auditing firms. A dream can be a driving force – or it can seem as though it hovers, almost mockingly,... Read more
Nspire to make a difference
Careers June 22, 2024
The sight of kids borrowing shoes from each other in order to go to the restrooms inspired Tinashe Zano CA(SA) to venture into the footwear space. This entrepreneur was so inspired that he named his brand Nspire. At 34 years of age, Tinashe’s goal is to make someone feel... Read more
Trending recruitment areas in SA: Key qualifications
CareersMust-ReadPrivate educational institutions June 22, 2024
Prospective students are often advised to consider the current job landscape and projections for the future before deciding on what career to pursue and what they need to study after school. These projections can however be a tricky call, which is why guidance in this regard is crucial, an... Read more
The South African government recently published a revised critical skills list. This register of 142 occupations includes those skills the government considers to be critically needed in the country and fundamental to stimulate economic growth and development. Compiled after extensive engagement between government departments, academic institutions, professional bodies and... Read more
