The art of storytelling – telling a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) story in a manner that ordinary citizens will understand – came to the fore on Tuesday when journalists from across Africa discussed science journalism in the fourth industrial revolution. And it was the innovative storytelling of... Read more
Use the holidays to kickstart your 2019 career change plans
Careers December 12, 2018
The coming weeks of relative workplace quiet provide the perfect opportunity for those considering a career change to put their plan into action, before the frenzy of back-to-work in January derails their big picture plans, an expert says. “If you’ve been thinking about making a change, but never seem... Read more
iKamva National e-Skills Institute Bill a Boost for digital skills training
CareersLatest news December 7, 2018
The National Assembly has passed the iKamva National e-Skills Institute (iNeSI) Bill. The House on Tuesday unanimously agreed to give the Bill, which is expected to be a catalyst towards addressing youth unemployment, its stamp of approval. This Bill seeks to promote the use of information, communication and technology. It... Read more
Include women, youth in nuclear science development
Careers November 30, 2018
Efforts to use nuclear science and technology for human development must include an element on skills development for women and the youth, says Energy Deputy Minister Thembisile Majola. “Our efforts in utilising nuclear science and technology towards human development will not be successful unless we locate at its core,... Read more
Three specialised degrees empower sought-after graduates in financial services
Careers November 29, 2018
For anyone wanting an exceptional career in the financial services sector, the African Institute of Financial Markets and Risk Management (AIFMRM) in the Faculty of Commerce at UCT has developed something of a reputation as the go-to place. “Financial services is an innovative and dynamic industry, and our graduates... Read more
Changing careers? Make sure you plan for it financially
Careers November 28, 2018
Change is never easy. This is especially true when you are considering a career change – it can be a daunting task at any point of your work life. As the end of the year approaches, many professionals entertain the thought of changing jobs, roles or, lately, even changing... Read more
Dear graduate, you should take that crappy job
Careers November 22, 2018
The reality is that the crappy, lame, I-didn’t-study-for-so-long-to-end-up-here” job is better than sitting at home waiting for your perfect job to just come along and find you (which, unless your name is Kim Kardashian, isn’t going to happen). We know that these jobs are not what you studied for,... Read more
South African students aspire to go onto university and follow traditional careers
Careers November 21, 2018
According to new research by Cambridge International, 85% of South African students aspire to continue their studies at university once they have left a school. In addition, many still aspire to go into the more traditional, highly respected careers like medicine and dentistry (13%), engineering (13%) and psychology and... Read more
NYDA: No work experience required for entry-level govt jobs
Careers November 19, 2018
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has welcomed the pronouncement that from 2019 job seekers will no longer need work experience to get an entry-level government job. The pronouncement was made by Public Service and Administration Minister Ayanda Dlodlo. The agency said it has championed this call in various... Read more
EPWP to focus on youth, women programmes
Careers November 16, 2018
The Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) biannual summit, which ended on Wednesday, has resolved to prioritise and expand youth and women programmes such as mass sport participation and school homework assistance. The EPWP implementing public bodies that attended the two-day summit at Saint Georges Hotel in Pretoria committed themselves... Read more
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