With its youthful population, rich diversity, and rapidly growing tech ecosystems, South Africa and Africa are uniquely positioned to innovate and lead in AI-driven solutions with the right skills and access to digital technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI). To meet this opportunity, Microsoft South Africa today announced the launch... Read more

Building your reputation and network has always been sound career advice, but in today’s unprecedentedly competitive environment, they have taken on a new significance as they could become instant deal-makers or breakers when job hunting, a leadership expert says. “The traditional CV submission and social media job search process... Read more

Mzi Kaka, Corporate Liaison at the Academy of Sound Engineering The entertainment industry is booming in Africa. In fact, South Africa is one of the largest markets in the sub-Saharan music industry, contributing almost 80% of revenues. The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) has listed sound engineering as an... Read more

A new study reveals that neuroscience courses lead to the highest-paying jobs among online learners. The study, conducted by online education expert Class Central, analyzed data from its extensive collection of top-rated courses and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics to determine which courses lead to the highest salaries.... Read more

Globally, influencing has become a top career aspiration for the younger generations. According to decision intelligence researchers Morning Consult, a whopping 57% of Gen Z would become influencers if given the opportunity. 53% of the survey respondents regard influencing as a respectable career. The majority said they would be willing... Read more

The South African job market has shown signs of recovery since 2022, but the demand for managerial talent remains strong. The 2024 National List of Occupations in High Demand highlights the significant need for qualified talent across various management roles,  including financial, IT, human resources, sales and marketing, logistics,... Read more

South African employers report significant skills shortages in the fields of information security/cybersecurity, artificial intelligence/ machine learning, big data/data science, data storage, DevOps, and systems design. They are prioritising professional experience as an important attribute when selecting candidates. Meanwhile, local ICT practitioners increasingly seek remote opportunities with clients and... Read more

The recruitment process can often feel like a confusing maze for job seekers, with constantly changing advice from HR professionals and recruiters on how to land a job. This can lead to frustration, especially when recommendations around CV formats, cover letters, and keyword trends seem to shift constantly. Yet,... Read more

A new study reveals that neuroscience courses lead to the highest-paying jobs among online learners. The study, conducted by online education expert Class Central, analyzed data from its extensive collection of top-rated courses and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics to determine which courses lead to the highest salaries.... Read more