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Guides and advice to help you navigate jobs, internships, learnerships and bursaries in South Africa.
How to Verify a Remote Job Before You Apply
Practical checks to spot fake job listings before you share your details or pay anything.
Congratulations, You're Unemployed With Honours
Think a degree guarantees a job? The numbers say otherwise — nearly half of recent graduates are underemployed, and entry-level openings keep shrinking. This article makes the case (with a little sarcasm) for why every qualification should come with
Is the Job Market Only Hard in South Africa, or is it Happening Everywhere?
Is finding a job really harder in South Africa, or are job seekers around the world facing similar challenges? Explore the global employment landscape, rising competition, changing skills and what it means for South African job seekers.
Job Hunting Can Be Mentally Draining: Here Is How to Stay Mentally Strong During This Journey
Job hunting can be exhausting, especially when applications go unanswered and rejection starts to feel personal. Learn how to manage the pressure, stay motivated, protect your wellbeing and keep moving forward during the job search.
How to Verify a Remote Job Before You Apply
We all like remote opportunities so that we can work at the convenience of our homes but some opportunities are not real. Most of the time it's just scammers rooting for your information.
Is the Government Doing Enough to Protect Jobs in South Africa?
South Africa continues to face a serious unemployment crisis, with job losses and youth unemployment remaining major concerns. But is the government doing enough to protect jobs and create new opportunities? This article looks at what is being done,
Why Reaching Out to Recruiters Could Help You Find Your Next Job
Applying online isn't the only way to find a job. Learn how reaching out to recruiters can help you discover opportunities, build professional connections and get your CV in front of the right people.
Are LinkedIn Jobs Really Hiring? Understanding Ghost Jobs and How to Spot Them
Are all LinkedIn jobs genuine, or are some of them ghost jobs? Learn how to identify inactive listings, verify job opportunities, spot warning signs and avoid wasting your time on vacancies that may not be actively hiring.
The Reality of Job Hunting: The Challenges Every Job Seeker Faces
Job hunting can be frustrating, exhausting and sometimes feel like a never-ending process. This article explores the real challenges job seekers face, from rejection and competition to financial pressure, unanswered applications and staying motivated