Five ways young people can build careers beyond the traditional path
CareersLeading stories for 2026 August 24, 2026
By: Kelly Smith, Talent Acquisition Manager, TransUnion GCC Africa For many young people entering the workforce today, the biggest challenge is no longer choosing a career; it is navigating a world of work that is evolving faster than ever before. Traditional career paths are giving way to new opportunities... Read more
Internationally acclaimed artists join UFS’ International Institute of the Arts
Leading stories for 2026University of the Free State April 16, 2026
The International Institute of the Arts (IIA) at the University of the Free State (UFS) is proud to announce that two internationally acclaimed artists will join the Institute as its distinguished Artists-in-Residence from the end of March 2026. Ghanaian artist and a leading voice in contemporary art, Ibrahim Mahama... Read more
Northern Cape internship programme continues to enhance local skills
Leading stories for 2026Northern Cape April 9, 2026
A renewable energy internship programme, launched fourteen years ago, continues to make a meaningful impact on community youth across the country. One of the current beneficiaries is 26-year-old Koketso Bob, who has joined De Aar Solar Power’s operations team and is steadily growing his skills and experience. “I’ve always... Read more
SA’s quietly rebuilding its TVET skills system; it could reshape youth employment
Leading stories for 2026TVET colleges February 10, 2026
While unemployment continues to dominate headlines, South Africa’s technical and vocational education and training (TVET) sector is undergoing a major transformation, one that experts believe could play a critical role in tackling the country’s youth unemployment crisis, currently estimated at around 60%. At the centre of this shift is... Read more
Four qualities helping women entrepreneurs
Careers Aug 25, 2026
