Customary marriage remains an important part of South African society. It reflects the traditions, values and cultural practices of many African communities and provides families with a way of formalising relationships according to customary law. However, customary marriages are not simply traditional arrangements; they also have legal recognition and protection under South African law. The … Read more
Marriage has existed across cultures and generations for centuries, and although society has changed significantly, marriage remains an important institution for many people. Today, individuals have more freedom to choose how they live, whether they want to marry, and what kind of family structure they prefer. Nevertheless, marriage continues to play a meaningful role in … Read more
Reality television is often associated with entertainment, drama and controversy, but some programmes can also create important conversations about society. #MarriedAtFirstSightMzansi is one such example. The South African adaptation of the international Married at First Sight franchise brings together singles who agree to marry people they have never met before, with matches made by relationship … Read more
For millions of South Africans, filling up a vehicle has become one of the most painful parts of managing a monthly budget. Whether you drive to work every day, operate a small business, transport goods, or depend on a vehicle for your livelihood, petrol and diesel prices have a direct impact on your finances. The … Read more
The mining industry remains an important part of South Africa’s economy and provides employment opportunities across a wide range of occupations. From general workers and machine operators to artisans, engineers, geologists, safety officers and management professionals, mining companies recruit people with different levels of education, experience and technical skills. However, competition for mining jobs can … Read more
Tendering can be a valuable business opportunity in South Africa for entrepreneurs who provide goods, services, construction, maintenance, consulting, transport, technology and many other solutions. Government departments, municipalities, public entities and private organisations regularly procure goods and services from businesses through competitive procurement processes. However, entering the tendering business is not simply about finding a … Read more
Elections in South Africa: What Every Voter Needs to Know Elections are one of the most important ways South Africans participate in democracy. Through elections, citizens choose representatives who will make decisions about the country, provinces and local communities. Voting is therefore more than simply marking a ballot paper—it is an opportunity for citizens to … Read more
If you have searched for opportunities to gain work experience, improve your qualifications or enter the workplace in South Africa, you have probably come across the word learnership. Learnerships are among the most searched-for opportunities by young South Africans, particularly people who have completed matric and are looking for a way to gain practical experience while … Read more
Finding an opportunity is only the first step. Whether you are applying for a learnership, internship, bursary, job, government position, or skills programme, one of the most important things you need to do is understand the requirements before submitting your application. Many applicants make the mistake of seeing an opportunity that looks interesting and immediately … Read more
Finding a government job through a Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Vacancy Circular can be an excellent opportunity, but submitting an application without carefully reading the requirements can easily lead to disappointment. Many applicants focus only on the job title and salary level, then discover later that they do not meet an essential … Read more