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      Five Ways Young People Can Build Careers Beyond the Traditional Path

      by Kelly SmithAugust 5, 2026August 4, 2026 1,032 0

      Kelly Smith, a Talent Acquisition Manager, shares insights into how young people can build their careers in unique and innovative ways.   South Africa (05 August 2026) – For many…

      The Hope Dealers

      The Hope Dealers: A Container Shop in Alexandra Doing Good Things!

      by Savanna Douglas @GoodThingsGuyAugust 5, 2026August 5, 2026 2,497 0

      Episode one of The Hope Dealers shines a light on a container shop in Alexandra serving its community, employing women, and saving the planet!   Johannesburg, South Africa (05 August…

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      Five Workplace Lessons Young People Need to Know Before Their First Job

      by Xoe MfokaziJuly 16, 2026July 10, 2026 1,921 0

      Xoe Mfokazi, Head of Operations at TransUnion GCC Africa, has some valuable insights for young people looking for their first jobs.   South Africa (16 July 2026) – According to…

      Job

      Recruiter’s Small Act of Kindness Helps Siphesihle Land a Job

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyJune 22, 2026June 22, 2026 3,237 0

      A story about being brave enough to admit you need help, and kind enough to offer it.   South Africa (22 June 2026) – Conversations often evolve around what it…

      Girlcode

      GirlCode Launches Free Digital Skills Programme for Women

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 2, 2025September 2, 2025 689 0

      The new initiative equips young women with tech training and mentorship to tackle youth unemployment and open doors to careers in the digital economy   Johannesburg, South Africa (02 September…

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      New Platform Launches to Get South Africa’s Unemployed Doctors Working

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 5, 2025February 5, 2025 12,938 0

      South Africa has a healthcare crisis – but not the one you think. While hospitals and clinics struggle with patient overload, over 1,800 qualified young doctors sit at home, desperate…

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      The Project Paving the Future for Makhanda!

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyAugust 4, 2024August 2, 2024 993 0

      The 50th National Arts Festival may have drawn to a close, but more good news is on the cards for Makhanda thanks to ongoing upliftment programmes to be overseen in…

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      New Skills Development Programme to Empower Over 900 Young People!

      by Staff Writer @goodthingsguyJuly 19, 2024July 19, 2024 753 0

      A new skills development programme in Cape Town is gearing up to empower 955 young people from informal settlements with the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate investing R77 million into…

      Make Space

      If We Want Our Economy to Grow, We Must Make Space for Mothers

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthings May 9, 2024May 9, 2024 628 0

      Mothers across South Africa, especially those over 35 need more than chocolates and wine. They need economic opportunities! Here’s why South Africa needs to make space for mothers if we…

      Phuthaditjhaba

      Couple’s Food Gardens Bring Hope to Phuthaditjhaba Town 

      by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJanuary 15, 2024December 11, 2024 1,421 0

      In the town of Phuthaditjhaba, employment, hope and food are growing in more abundance thanks to two community heroes who have made food gardens their mission:   Phuthaditjhaba, South Africa…

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