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Learnership programme plugs skills gap and empowers youth
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) and Chemical Industries Education & Training Authority (CHIETA) learnership programme is preparing a group of youngsters to take their place in the world of work as qualified artisans.
Unique upside-down edu-centre unveiled in North West
Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga has unveiled a one-of-a-kind upside-down educational institution in Rustenburg in the North West.
SASSA encourages non-smart phone owners not to choose EFT payment method
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has appealed to all special SRD-R350 grant beneficiaries or applicants who do not own a smart phone not to choose the EFT payment method.
The statement released by the agency says the EFT payment method requires smart phones with the corresponding apps for such
a transaction.
Protect yourself from unwanted pregnancy and STIs
While all contraceptives aim to decrease the risk of an unwanted pregnancy, only condoms can prevent you from getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI), such as HIV and AIDS.
A million work and livelihood opportunities, and counting
Less than two years ago, we launched the Presidential Employment Stimulus to create jobs and support livelihoods as part of supporting the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Presidential Employment Stimulus has just reached the milestone of one million participants since its inception.
NSFAS 2023 applications open
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) 2023 application cycle has opened.
Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister Dr Blade Nzimande made the announcement recently during a media briefing.
Minister Nzimande says the scheme resolved to open the application cycle early, as opposed to the previous year, in order to give prospective applicants enough time to submit their applications and supporting documents.
Victim empowerment programme restores hope
The Thohoyandou Victim Empowerment Programme (TVEP) strives to restore hope and confidence in the justice system through its intensive initiatives aimed at assisting survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) and rape by providing them with psychosocial services.
Founded in Limpopo over 20 years ago, the TVEP operates in Tshilidzini and Donald Fraser hospitals under the Thulamela Local Municipality.
Tackling food security for a growing population
In 2019, 17.3% of South Africans were estimated to be suffering from moderate to severe food insecurity, while 7% were estimated to be affected by severe food insecurity. 
GDARD 2023 bursary application are open
Historically disadvantaged Gauteng residents are urged to apply for a 2023 bursary from the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD).
Youth in the province who are considering a career in veterinary science, agriculture, the environment or biodiversity can apply for a bursary to fund their studies next year. Applications close on 4 November.