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Landing global internships — a boost for education trust scholars

Community New, Education, Programmes / Candice Nolan

Two outstanding students from Ekurhuleni are heading abroad for internships thanks to full scholarships from the Peermont Community Benefit Trust. Neo Mojapelo, a former Thembisa SOS learner, will begin a food and beverage internship in Baltimore, while Faith Hartman from Clayville will serve as junior assistant purser aboard Princess Cruises. The opportunities follow their excellent […]

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GALP and AIESEC launch vocational guidance programme

Education / Candice Nolan

Galp Moçambique, in partnership with AIESEC, has launched Vocational Light, a four-week vocational guidance programme at two high schools in Maputo. The initiative is designed to support students aged 14 to 20 as they explore different professional fields and discover educational and career pathways. By Club of Mozambique Each session in the programme offers interactive

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New HarvardX course empowers change-makers through social entrepreneurship

Education / Chris Buchanan

Harvard University has launched a free online course designed to equip aspiring change-makers with the tools to drive lasting social impact through social entrepreneurship and systems change. By Brian Trelstad – Harvard Business School Hosted on the edX platform, the new HarvardX course—titled Social Entrepreneurship and Systems Change—offers a practical framework for individuals seeking to

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Unlocking Africa’s digital future: from learning to earning

Education / Chris Buchanan

Africa stands on the brink of a digital revolution—but unlocking its full economic potential hinges on one key factor: inclusive digital skills development. By BizCommunity A new feature by Bizcommunity explores how the continent can accelerate its transition from learning to earning in the digital economy. With 230 million jobs in sub-Saharan Africa requiring digital

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Degree not required: Tech career success hinges on the right training

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Traditionally, a university education was considered a safe bet for career success – but with today’s rapid pace of change, school leavers now have more options than previously. Jessica Hawkey, redAcademy In fact, depending on your career path, choosing an alternative training provider which allows for on-the-job learning could actually give you more flexibility and

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Concor’s commitment to uplifting youth and building a sustainable future

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Concor continues to demonstrate that building infrastructure goes hand in hand with building brighter futures. As part of its longstanding commitment to corporate social responsibility, Concor’s partnership with The Tomorrow Trust is helping to transform the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children across South Africa. Since 2018, Concor has proudly supported the Tomorrow Trust Holiday

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Private sector appeals for ECD rollout

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State subsidy can help transform a child’s future – but ECD programmes must register to be eligible to access it and other support “If Africa is to seize its moment and replicate the success of economies like China’s, it must start with ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has access to quality early

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Top matric achievers of 2024

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South Africa’s Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, hosted the annual Matric Achievers Breakfast at the MTN Innovation Centre in Johannesburg celebrating the nation’s top 39 matriculants from the 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations, acknowledging their exceptional academic performances and resilience. Minister Gwarube commended the students, often referred to as the “Covid generation,” for

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South Africa’s next generation of skilled artisans announced

Education, Small Business / admin

Addressing the skills shortage, boosting economic and inclusive growth, reducing unemployment and aligning with South Africa’s National Development Plan (NDP) of producing 30 000 artisans annually by 2030. These are the objectives of the Sasol and Kagiso Trust National Skills Competition, with the national finals taking place last week in Johannesburg. This annual skills competition

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MTN SA Foundation hands over R1.3million multimedia centre to Thaba’Nchu school

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A step towards conquering the digital divide in the Free State by ensuring that disadvantaged learners have access to state-of-the-art digital technology was taken when the MTN SA Foundation handed over the keys to a R1.3million digital muiltimedia centre at the JS Moroka High School in Thaba’Nchu, Free State. The multimedia centre will open the

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