For over 50 years, UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) has celebrated International Literacy Day, and with good reason. Literacy plays a pivotal role in life. The late Kofi Annan coined it when he said, “Literacy is, finally, the road to human progress and the means through... Read more
UKZN among Top 400 universities worldwide
KwaZulu-NatalLatest newsUniversity of KwaZulu-Natal September 7, 2020
The University of KwaZulu-Natal has been ranked among the top 400 best performing universities in the world according to the latest 2020/2021 Times Higher Education (THE) rankings. UKZN was placed in the 351-400 band, the first time that we have achieved this feat. It marks a significant improvement from... Read more
Professor Naicker scoops another prestigious award
AchieversKwaZulu-NatalLatest newsUniversity of KwaZulu-Natal September 4, 2020
The youngest Associate Professor at UKZN’s College of Health Sciences, Professor Tricia Naicker, was recently awarded the 2020 Raikes Medal by the South African Chemical Institute. The medal acknowledges a member of the Institute, under the age of 40, whose original chemical research shows outstanding promise, as adjudged by publications... Read more
Forwardzone celebrates women in sport
AchieversLatest newsVarsity Sports September 4, 2020
This Women’s Month, Forwardzone celebrated women across the country with an exhilarating line up of events and activities centred around fostering women’s leadership skills in sports and business. Their innovative programming focused on three key areas designed to live well beyond Women’s Month, and will help elevate women’s personal... Read more
Durban International Film Festival programme aims to “Shift Paradigms”
arts and cultureKwaZulu-NatalLatest newsUniversity of KwaZulu-Natal September 3, 2020
The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Centre for Creative Arts (CCA), will host the Durban International Film Festival (DIFF) from 10 to 20 September 2020. This year, for its 41st edition, the festival curated a film programme that speaks to the historical injustices, and the different ways in which healing and... Read more
Capacity building to boost skills and SMME development
Latest news September 3, 2020
Training for two local construction and electrical companies is being funded by the Loeriesfontein Wind Farm and Khobab Wind Farm’s development programme, to help build capacity and increase productivity. The SMME’s, which are upgrading and converting the previous local motor garage into a Business Centre in Loeriesfontein, requested training... Read more
Business support up for grabs for young entrepreneurs, courtesy of KFC
CareersLatest news September 2, 2020
KFC is all about creating meaningful experiences that are relevant and purpose-led which is evident in their latest campaign that sets out to assist young South African Hack-A-Preneurs who have kept their eye on the prize during this pandemic by turning their hustle into real opportunity. On the hunt... Read more
Successful implementation of NDP hinges on administrative reforms
Latest newsStellenbosch UniversityWestern Cape September 2, 2020
identified possible impediments development of well described performance indicators and targets, suggested Enquiries: Dr Nelia Orlandi, 0832327475 The National Development Plan (NDP) is a detailed blueprint of how government wants to eliminate poverty and reduce inequality in South Africa by the year 2030, but its implementation has been lagging.... Read more
Exciting new fashion mentorship initiative to be launched in SAby The Fashion Hatchery
CareersLatest news September 1, 2020
SA’s leading Virtual Business Incubator, The Startup Hatchery launches new division The Fashion Hatchery Women Supporting Women Fashion Mentorship initiative will be launched this month and will be the first project run by The Fashion Hatchery 10 aspiring fashion entrepreneurs to gain vital business skills and knowledge from some... Read more
Five tips to get you hired quickly
CareersLatest news September 1, 2020
“Lockdown has had severe effects on global economies and South Africa is no exception. So, unfortunately many people currently find themselves in the job market again. Whatever your reasons may be for seeking out a new employer, selling yourself well can help you get hired sooner, rather than later.... Read more
