People & Education

Southern African Universities Turn to Simulation Learning to Prepare Young People for Future Careers

People & Education Memory Matarira -
TECH SPARK Africa is advancing STEM education across Botswana, Namibia and Zimbabwe through simulation-based learning, university-industry partnerships and digital innovation to equip students with practical skills for future employment.

South African Universities Urged to Prepare Graduates for an AI-Driven Future

People & Education Memory Matarira -
South African universities are urged to prepare graduates for an AI-driven future by strengthening digital literacy, critical thinking, ethical judgement and industry partnerships to meet evolving workplace demands.
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National Dialogue Gains Momentum as Youth and Disability Sectors Advance Inclusion

People & Education Christine Mawson -
Deputy President Paul Mashatile welcomed the National Dialogue Steering Committee's progress, with the Youth Sector and People with Disabilities advancing coordination, accessibility and inclusion in a citizen-led process to shape South Africa's future.

South African Employers Face Renewed Compliance Focus as UIF and Labour Authorities Strengthen Employer Engagement

Business Memory Matarira -
South African employers face renewed workplace compliance pressure as the UIF intensifies engagement on labour obligations, COIDA, employment services and compliance, highlighting HR’s growing role in workforce risk management and employee protection.

South Africa Moves to Reform National Skills Fund as Government Pushes for Measurable Training Outcomes

Business Memory Matarira -
South Africa’s National Skills Fund is advancing reforms focused on outcome-based financing, stronger governance and measurable learner results, including skills acquisition, further education and employment, while strengthening accountability for public skills-development investment.

Western Cape Turns to Responsible AI to Transform Infrastructure Planning

Business Memory Matarira -
Western Cape is advancing responsible AI in infrastructure, partnering with AIFOD on a five-year initiative to improve planning, project preparation, investment readiness, monitoring and decision-making through data-driven digital technologies.

South Africa’s Green ID Book Gets a Digital Deadline as Home Affairs Accelerates the Shift to Smart ID

Business Nicholas Geza -
South Africa is phasing out the green ID book, with production ending in 2027 and validity ending in 2028, accelerating the shift toward Smart IDs, biometrics and smartphone-based Digital Identity systems.

Class of 2026 Enters Final Matric Countdown as South Africa Prepares for National Examinations

Business Nicholas Geza -
South Africa’s Class of 2026 is entering the final countdown to matric exams, with National Senior Certificate papers beginning on 13 October. Learners, teachers and families are preparing for this major education milestone.
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