Melissa-Seané Sathekge

More than 1.8 million SASSA social grant beneficiaries have successfully migrated from their old gold cards to Postbank's new black cards ahead of the upcoming deadline. 

Artificial intelligence (AI) must be used to create more opportunities for women, particularly those living in rural communities who continue to face barriers to information, digital skills and economic opportunities. This was the message from the third annual Women in Media and Communications Panel Discussion held at TUT. 

South Africa’s transition to cleaner energy is expected to create new employment opportunities while changing the skills required across the country’s energy economy.

South Africa has commemorated the 70th anniversary of the 1956 Women's March, with President Cyril Ramaphosa paying tribute to the more than 20,000 women who marched against apartheid pass laws.

South Africa's tourism industry continued its strong recovery during the first six months of 2026, with the country recording a significant increase in international visitor arrivals. 

Following a number of senior staff resignations, and allegations of governance failings, the Media and ICT Seta, MICT, is to be investigated by the National Skills Authority. 

"EPWP participants play an important role in supporting a range of municipal programmes, including community safety, public health, water and sanitation services," according to eThekwini Municipality who are strongly promoting the programme. 

The Sassa Gold Card deadline is approaching and beneficiaries are being urged to switch to Postbank Black Cards to avoid disruptions to their grant payments. 

Government has assured South Africans that 30 June 2026 will be a normal working day, warning that any acts of violence, intimidation or disruption will be dealt with through the full force of the law.

As South Africa commemorates Youth Month, the South African Police Service (SAPS) is recognising the contributions of young officers through its national campaign, "SAPS Youth – Leading the Reset Agenda." 

Social grants ensure millions of South Africans can access basic goods and services monthly. The payment dates and payment values have been confirmed by Sassa. 

A Cabinet reshuffle announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa has resulted in changes within the Department of Higher Education and Training, with Democratic Alliance (DA) member Dr Mimmy Gondwe being replaced as Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training.

With the Electoral Commission's (IEC) voter registration weekend approaching, South Africans – particularly young people – are being encouraged to register and prepare to participate in the 2026 Local Government Elections.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined several government initiatives aimed at reducing youth unemployment, while reaffirming that building an inclusive economy that creates sustainable jobs for young people remains a national priority. 

Parliament will convene the 2026 National Youth Parliament in Johannesburg on Monday to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Student Uprisings and celebrate 30 years of South Africa’s democratic Constitution.

The inaugural Future of Work and Business Conference will bring together government, industry leaders, innovators and young people to explore the future of employment, technology and economic growth in South Africa.

NSFAS has discovered that some previous students paid back more to the organisation than they should have.  They have committed to paying back those who were charged too much. 

Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth says only 9% of employers inspected by her department were compliant with employment equity legislation during the 2025/26 financial year. 

South Africa’s official unemployment rate increased slightly during the first quarter of 2026, according to the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).

Cabinet has approved several legislative measures aimed at strengthening early childhood development (ECD) in South Africa during Child Protection Month.