The youth remain the most vulnerable group within the labour market with the unemployment rate among those aged between 15 and 34 at approximately 38% implying that more than one in every three young people in the labour force do not have a job. Young people have become discouraged with the labour market and… Continue Reading
Education and skills development are an essential part of a growing economy. The idea behind the process goes much further than simple personal development (which brings its own set of advantages), but also has a major role to play in fostering growth, sustainability and development in the country as a whole. Unfortunately for the South… Continue Reading
Going to university in South Africa in our current place in history, is a huge honour, as well as a huge responsibility. It is nothing that should be taken lightly as so many people are struggling to go to the university of their dreams, to get the degree of their dreams, or to be able… Continue Reading
It Is important to get your bursary application to the top of the pile and to beat the competition. In order to achieve this, keep the following points in mind and follow our advice when creating an application that wins hearts. Bear in mind that every bursary has a different application process. Therefore, it imperative… Continue Reading
Ask any young person what they want to be when they leave school, and you will probably get a fairly similar answer. Specialised professions that offer exceptional salaries and perks are generally the order of the day, and so we are living in a time where the current job market is being lambasted with university… Continue Reading
Most of us would love to be able to study, but life doesn’t work out the way that we want and it makes reaching our life goals more difficult. There are some people who really cannot afford the opportunity and they deserve it. They will be dedicated and push themselves to get what they want.… Continue Reading
Finding someone that has gone before you and gained success at the same goal is the one of the best ways to break into a chosen field or learn more about becoming an entrepreneur. A person like this has the ability to provide encouragement as a mentor and valuable advice. When it comes to choosing… Continue Reading
With competition for university admission becoming stronger, parents are recognizing the need to begin varsity preparation early. It means that you begin a foundation for your education that will carry you into high school and eventually into college. Primary School When discussing university preparation, most conversations start in middle school and the steps begin when… Continue Reading
For school leavers and those looking to get ahead in the work-wold, and for those starting new adventures into lucrative career paths, developing those skills that are in demand in the job market is a great way to ensure future security. Of course, the demands of the job market are constantly changing; but there are… Continue Reading
The post-colonial era has been one characterised by radical changes in society and mind-set. There have been positive shifts in power-relations, personal freedoms and the availability of opportunities that encourage positive youth development. But when looked back on, a lot of the change has been sluggish, some of it messy, and a fair deal of… Continue Reading
