Elections have come and gone, leaving South Africa in a state of political surprise. The African National Congress (ANC), once the dominant force, was unable to secure a majority vote, leading to the unexpected formation of a Government of National Read the full story
The spotlight is increasingly falling on vocational skills and the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), the leading voice in the automotive aftermarket, says that during Youth Month there is no better time to applaud Government’s efforts to tackle youth unemployment Read the full story
Every June, the world unites to celebrate International Pride Month—a time dedicated to recognising the LGBTQIA+* community, reflecting on its history, and advocating for a more inclusive future. Countries across the globe participate in collective celebration with parades, events, and Read the full story
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) and Vivo Energy, a subsidiary of Vitol, have officially signed the public interest commitments related to the transfer of ownership of Engen’s business in South Africa. This agreement includes significant conditions Read the full story
As the election results from the 29th approach, I find myself reflecting on the current state of South African households. This election, a cornerstone of our democracy, reminds me of the incredible journey our nation has undertaken over the past Read the full story
South Africa faces a critical challenge in integrating adults who have not completed high school into the workforce. The 2022 Census indicates that 50% of the adult population in South Africa has not completed Grade 12, a staggering statistic that Read the full story
In reflecting on the historical context of economic development in South Africa, Kebalepile Matlhako, Transformation Specialist at The BEE Chamber, acknowledges the deliberate strategies implemented during the Apartheid era to stimulate economic growth. “As we navigate the complexities of the Read the full story
In a unanimous decision, Association of Independent Publishers (AIP) in Gauteng have chosen Eric Phiri, a distinguished publisher and the founder of Stokfel Talk, as their representative in the national structure of AIP. Phiri’s election to this vital role comes Read the full story
Black Economic Empowerment might have had a fair share of criticism for its many flaws even among its intended beneficiaries, but there comes a sudden closing of ranks against even the minutest attempt to disrupt the transformation agenda. It is Read the full story
Banking group Absa has made a big mistake to choose the eve of April Fools’ Day to announce the appointment of its white CEO, Arrie Rautenbach because none of the transformation advocates were deceived by its unpopular decision. Rather its Read the full story
