Career

December is meant to be a time to rest, spend time with family and enjoy the festive season, but for many South Africans, it can also be one of the most expensive months of the year. Between Christmas gifts, groceries, travel, family gatherings, December outings and the expenses waiting in January, it is easy for a modest [...]

South Africa’s linguistic diversity is one of its greatest strengths, and the classroom is where every learner should have the opportunity to see, hear, and experience that diversity.  Heritage Month is often associated with celebrating South Africa’s rich cultures, traditions, and languages. But in a country with 11 official languages and classrooms that reflect an extraordinary mix [...]

South Africans who use Buy Now, Pay Later services such as PayJustNow are set to see a major change to the way their payment behaviour is reflected on their credit profiles from February 2027. The National Credit Regulator (NCR) has instructed BNPL providers to report consumers’ payment behaviour to credit bureaus, meaning the way customers manage their [...]

Asking for more money at work can feel uncomfortable, but it gets easier when you approach it with preparation and the right timing. A raise is not just about asking, it’s about showing that you’ve earned it. Here are three things to keep in mind before you have the conversation suggested by Indeed, a employment opportunities and [...]

Payday is the date we all circle on the calendar and wait for all month. For some people it’s the best day, for others it brings a knot of stress in the stomach. According to Virgin Money, payday anxiety is the stress, nervousness and worry that shows up in the days leading up to payday. It’s common, [...]

Zodiac signs can be a fun way to find direction, especially if you believe in them. Astrologers Imani Quinn and Emily Ridout spoke to Bustle.com about the career paths that line up best with each sign’s personality. Capricorn - CEO Capricorns are built for stability, tradition, and being in charge. Imani says they make great CEOs across [...]

Nothing is stressful as starting a new job, the constant worry if you are doing the right thing or not. With the high unemployment rate in South Africa, no one wants to fumble a job they are lucky enough to find one. According to Indeed - a job hunting and career platform, here are three things that [...]

Women’s financial independence took centre stage in Cape Town as Binance brought together a select group of female businesswomen, influencers and journalists for an intimate workshop focused on understanding cryptocurrency. Held in celebration of Women’s Month, “She Speaks Crypto” was designed as an education-first experience, giving attendees an opportunity to learn about crypto in plain language while [...]

South Africans are increasingly turning to their retirement savings to deal with financial pressure, raising concerns that money intended to support them later in life is being used to solve problems in the present. More than 2.4 million South Africans have withdrawn money from their retirement savings since the two-pot retirement system came into effect in September [...]

A toxic work environment can drain your energy, kill your motivation, and follow you home. The gossip, unrealistic pressure, lack of support, or constant negativity makes it hard to do your best work. You can’t always quit right away. Bills, contracts, and job markets are real. While you figure out your next move, here are three practical [...]