In 2019, the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) revealed that 81% of Grade 4 pupils in South Africa cannot read for meaning. This means that roughly eight out of ten children in South Africa are unable to locate Read the full story
The unemployment rate in South Africa increased from 32.7% in the last quarter of 2022 to 32.9% in the first quarter of 2023. This is a concerning trend since it demonstrates that the nation’s economy is not producing enough jobs Read the full story
Thabo Mbeki served as the second president of South Africa from 1999 to 2008. He was elected to the position after Nelson Mandela stepped down, and he was succeeded by Jacob Zuma. Mbeki’s presidency was marked by a number of Read the full story
South Africa is a country with a rich history of innovation and creativity. However, despite this, women continue to be underrepresented in the tech industry. In fact, according to a recent study by Women in Tech South Africa, only 23% Read the full story
Period poverty is an issue that affects millions of women and girls around the world. In South Africa, many young girls miss school or face discomfort and social stigma due to a lack of access to menstrual products. Simran Sahib, Read the full story
This is one of the issues that have been bothering me for years and now, I’m finally able to address it in this column. Let’s first define this, according to Investopedia: “Customer service is the direct one-on-one interaction between a Read the full story
Ntuthuko Shezi dreamed of becoming an architect and subsequently discovered that one may create their own path using architectural principles, ensuring that the curved lines throughout the journey are properly balanced. However, the wind pushed him in a different direction. Read the full story
The postal industry has been facing significant challenges worldwide, including in South Africa. With the rise of digital communication channels, traditional mail volumes have been declining steadily over the years, and this has impacted the profitability of postal services providers, Read the full story
As the world’s largest economy, the United States has long enjoyed the benefits of its currency strength. The dollar’s dominance in global markets among most currencies is unquestionable, and it is currently the preferred currency for international transactions. Despite this, Read the full story
The dynamic duo of TV and radio personality Carrol Hobbs and her mother Irene Mmasechaba Hobbs are taking the South African entrepreneurial landscape by storm with their innovative business ventures. Irene, a retired teacher turned entrepreneur, shares her valuable insights Read the full story
