With unemployment running rampant in 2024, here are the top-paying jobs that don’t need a degree in South Africa. Have at it …

Unequal pay traps most South African women in poverty, according to the Catalytic Strategy’s Gender Pay Report.

Latest stats reveal the severity of South Africa’s unemployment bloodbath in Q2 2024. And it’s women and the youth that’ve fared worst …

SA’s jobless rate has risen to a near record, continuing a trend that’s seen the number of unemployed grow by more than 60% in 10 years.

Stats SA has revealed that women run 42% of South African households in 2024 as the sole breadwinner. That’s more than two-fifths of Mzansi.

In arguably its most blatant electioneering move yet, the ANC promises a Basic Income Grant by 2026 if it is reelected …

Unemployment is on the rise and even AI is taking over jobs in South Africa. What is a young jobseeker to do?

FIVE main points shaping the ballot to elect a new National Assembly whose members will vote for the president.

With less than two weeks to go to the election, South Africa’s 2024 unemployment rate has ticked up, bringing with it bad news for the ANC.

South Africa’s jobless rate rose in the first quarter of 2024 in a worrying sign for the government weeks before the general election.

Minister Nxesi unveiled an initiative for jobless South Africans, which will focus on enhancing skills training nationwide.

Stats SA says the largest decrease in the unemployment rate was in the Eastern Cape, followed by Western Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.

SAMATU is tired of the governments’ repeated excuses, citing lack of funds in not hiring newly qualified doctors, with interns also affected.

Here’s how to apply online for UIF if you’ve been recently retrenched. The days of waiting in queues are long gone thanks to uFiling.

Know anyone who has benefitted from the Nasi iSpani job? ActionSA believes the ANC is using it to gain votes

South Africa’s unemployment rate has shown a consecutive decline for the second quarter, offering a glimmer of hope for the nation’s economy.

The DA says they failed to meet the job creation target of 572 784 jobs, as only 3062 jobs were created through the various programmes.

The Mobile Employment Centre is a crucial initiative by the Department of Employment and Labour launched at the Jobs Fair.

Watch news in a minute for a summary of The Unemployment Insurance Fund application procedures are out for beneficiaries to apply.

The days of waiting for hours in queues to claim unemployment benefits are long gone thanks to uFiling. Here’s how you can apply for UIF.

SA’s unemployed are struggling to find work not due to a shortage of jobs but a lack of training and support, says economist.

Cape Town has added 263 000 new jobs over the last year, and 56 000 new jobs in the last quarter alone, more than all other metros combined.

Watch news in a minute for a summary of SA News reported, that the number of unemployment reduced by at least 11 000.

SA continues to grapple with alarming unemployment – the latest Stats SA survey reveals that just under 10 million people have jobs.

Kedibone Segole has defied the threat of unemployment to establish her own skincare venture, Moipone Aesthetics.

The Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI) has set its sights on addressing South Africa’s pressing issue of unemployment.

As the unemployment rate continues to rise in South Africa, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Here are some in demand job skills.

President Bola Tinubu has inherited Nigeria’s high debt, hence inflation, chronic unemployment and poverty in the country.

The latest Statistic South Africa’s unemployment stats show a slight increase in the country’s unemployment rate.

Thabiso Begoor’s journey from alcohol abuse to becoming a hospitality entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring.

Halalisiwe Mncwango, the owner of Halalisa Restaurant and Shisanyama, is making a significant impact on the local economy by creating jobs.

Zintle James, a 24-year-old pig farmer from Sterkspruit in the Eastern Cape, has embarked on a journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur.

The National Treasury’s Jobs Fund and CapaCiti Digital Career Accelerator have partnered to tackle youth unemployment

A report in City of Tshwane launched this week, has revealed that unemployment is the single main cause of homelessness in the city.

Stats SA announced a drop in the official and expanded unemployment rates in the country for Q4 of 2022.

Bushbuckridge young graduates came together to form a cooperative that has created employment in Mpumalanga.

Thousands of unemployed youth from Durban joined the long queue to hand in their applications for the limited Durban Metro Police intake

Viewers are convinced the writers of ‘Skeem Saam’ do not want Koloi to succeed in life after he was robbed on last night’s episode.

Koloi’s unemployment plight has left tweeps praying for his breakthrough as he battles to prove to his uncle that his degree was worth it.

The country has seen a 1% decrease in unemployment rate – biggest increase in jobs in the manufacturing sector.

If you become unemployed and are registered for UIF by your employer, the following documents are all you need to apply for this short-term relief.

Being a graduate in SA doesn’t guarantee employment so here are six business ideas to explore while you wait for that you-got-the-job call.

One in five working South Africans is either leaving the country or in the process of leaving, according to a new survey.

When Tshepo lost his job, he didn’t want lose his car as well. So he put his pride aside and started selling biscuits at a local taxi rank.

The official unemployment rate fell by 0.6% in Q2, while the youth unemployment rate fell by 1.3%. The joblessness rate for those aged 15 to 34 now sits at 46.5%.

The cosy office job that ended for Arthur Mathe during Covid-19 was a blessing in disguise as he moved on to become a much-loved scones maker

With a 34.5% unemployment rate, can South Africans afford to listen to the lyrics of Beyonce’s track ‘Break my Soul’ and quit their jobs?

Internships, mentorships and incredible opportunities: Here’s how you can work with some of Mzansi’s top entertainers.

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s official Youth Day address focused partly on government-led initiatives aimed at creating employment

The ANC has essentially lauded itself for introducing a variety of interventions to mitigate against challenges faced by the youth

This joke had already done the rounds, but now the pain at the pumps is hitting hard. Here’s what you can get for the price of petrol.

Stats SA revealed that there are over 7.9 million unemployed persons in SA, this number shows a decrease of 60 000 from last year’s QLFS.

Whose freedom is it anyway? A look at a historical day in South Africa’s history and whether or not it’s worthy of commemoration.

The official unemployment rate increased by 0,4% between Q3 and Q4 of 2021 while the expanded unemployment rate decreased.

Former President Thabo Mbeki has torn into his own party. Corruption, unemployment and declining membership numbers? Mbeki has had his say.

Stats SA said there were 660 000 fewer people employed in the third quarter of 2021 and the total number of jobless people in SA is 7.6 million. The unemployment rate increased to 34,9% – the highest it has ever been since quarterly tracking began in 2008.

Unemployed youth have been encouraged by the government to take part in waste recycling as a way to create jobs for themselves.

The actress has opened up about her abusive relationship, her near death experience and her baby being born blue.

Applications for jobs under the Basic Education Employment Initiative open today and provides a possible lifeline to unemployed young people.

Somizi says he is officially unemployed! However, retail therapy and an indulgence in the soft life seems to still be in vogue for the media personality…

Stats SA said there were 54 000 fewer people employed in the second quarter of 2021, bringing the total number of jobless people in the country to 7.8 million. The unemployment rate increased to 34,4% – the highest it has ever been since quarterly tracking began in 2008.

Prince Kaybee has inspired South Africans with his latest post about job creation in the midst of nationwide looting and unrest.

A staggering 83 000 people joined the unemployment queue in Kwa-Zulu-Natal over the past year according to the latest Stats SA survey.

Being undocumented is a victimless, bureaucratic transgression, and in countless cases the fault is not of the asylum seeker or immigrant, writes Brent Meersman.

Ramaphosa says the Presidential Employment Stimulus supported more than 650 000 people through public employment programmes.

Young people don’t stay in jobs and end up unemployed because a job isn’t suitable, it’s short term or due to issues such as transport costs.

Research shows that of employed graduates, more than 70% were employed in jobs relevant to their studies, while 27% were in unrelated jobs.

An advocacy group representing healthcare practitioners and workers has raised concern about the Workmen’s Compensation Fund shutdown.

Through the UIF, the department of labour will continue to provide relief through existing short-term/reduced work time benefits.

While the Western Cape government has welcomed the eased restrictions, it says the UIF Ters benefit needs to be extended.

A new in-depth study shows that 90% of the live music industry lost income due to COVID-19 from March until very recently. Of the musicians surveyed, 41% report selling their instruments and equipment to pay their bills; others are living on loans that will need to be repaid.

The UIF has made over R52 billion in 11.5 million payments through over one million employers, since the country went under lockdown in March

The new unemployment rate for the third quarter of 2020 was made public on Thursday – sensitive viewers may need to look away from these figures.

The UIF has announced a fast approaching closing date for July to September Ters applications. Here’s what you need to know.

Talks between unions and the public broadcaster collapsed on Friday, which could see 600 people lose their jobs

President Cyril Ramaphosa said structural reforms and other measures would play a critical role in supporting the recovery of the labour market

Stats SA released the quarterly Labour Force Survey and it’s not looking good. Several industries recorded devastating unemployment figures.

The expanded unemployment rate has shown just how deep the economic faultlines run underneath SA, after lockdown pumelled the job market.

You might have to read these figures from behind the sofa: The unemployment rate has soared in the previous quarter, after lockdown took its dramatic toll.

Accounts spreading xenophobia on Twitter has now called for “illegal immigrants” to be deported back to their countries of origin.

The Department of Labour announced that it is now “ready to make a difference in the lives of the workers again” and resume UIF Ters payments.

The UIF has, once again, delayed Ters payments in order to mitigate risks identified by the auditor-general of South Africa.

An audit report on the UIF has revealed shocking irregularities. Payments were made to the deceased and those with invalid ID numbers.

Four senior members of the UIF were suspended following the release of the auditor-general’s scathing report on Wednesday.

UIF Commissioner Teboho Maruping was placed on precautionary suspension following a report by the Auditor-General of South Africa.

On Wednesday morning, the UIF suspended the Ters payment system, but later in the day they revoked their decision amid a fraud probe by AGSA.

The DA and SA’s business community are dismayed by the decision to suspend the Ters system due to a fraud probe by the Auditor-General.

With thousands of businesses relying on the UIF TERS payments, there’s been positive developments on Thursday: July and August applications open next week.

The UIF has also appointed a team of forensic investigators to look into all the monies that have been paid out to companies, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic

While unemployment figures look bleak, Gumtree South Africa says there are just under 10 000 live job opportunities on its site.

The UIF TERS scheme is due to come to an end on 15 August – four days from now – and July applications are still not open.

Although the UIF COVID-19 relief fund has been extended to August, it looks like only certain industries will be able to apply for TERS payments.

It’s been revealed on Tuesday that the UIF / TERS payments, received by millions of workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, will now continue into August.

With the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) calling for claims to be made online, here’s how you can ensure that you are set up for uFiling.

The UIF will now start to ‘wind down’ on its payments to businesses, but assured South Africans that every qualifying applicant will be compensated.

More people are expected to lose their jobs as a result of COVID-19

Since the start of the nation-wide lockdown, the UIF has had its hands full in processing claims from both employers and employees, which have been hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic

The brothers wake up every morning and ascend the local mountains to dig for precious stones that are used for paving, building houses and walls.

According to the DA, the UIF funds were then rapidly disbursed to friends and business associates over the course of five days.

The Department of Employment and Labour said approximately R4.2 billion in UIF payments have not been issued.