When reflecting on the fourth industrial revolution, or Industry 4.0, a number of things immediately spring to mind. These include the industrial internet of things (IIoT), artificial intelligence (AI), robots and 3D printing for example. Regrettably, little attention is given to individual employees and workers in this emerging industrial world, unless one is discussing the concerns related to potential job losses.
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Archive for year: 2021
As schools are set to re-open for the 2021 academic year, the Competition Commission urges institutions and parents to observe the circular on "Procurement of School Uniform and other Learning-Related Goods and Services". The circular was jointly published by the Commission and the Department of Basic Education on 16 November 2020, to provide schools and other relevant stakeholders with guidance on best practices relating to all procurement undertaken by schools.
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As the matric class of 2020 await their results following a most tumultuous year, many still don't have a clear idea about what their future in general, or this year in particular, will hold.
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As schools prepare to commence the 2021 academic year later this month, mathematics teachers will have an opportunity to register their learners for the annual Old Mutual South African Mathematics Olympiad (SAMO).
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The Department of Basic Education believes that it is still on track to wrap up the marking of matric papers before the end of the month.
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©ferli via [[www.123RF.com 123RF]]</span>The City of Cape Town, in partnership with the Craft and Design Institute (CDI), recently launched the Cape Skills and Employment Accelerator project, which is focused on creating employment opportunities for youth and women in the clothing and textile industry in Cape Town over the next three years. Applicants have until Friday, 15 January to apply for the accelerator.
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©ferli via [[www.123RF.com 123RF]]</span>The City of Cape Town, in partnership with the Craft and Design Institute (CDI), recently launched the Cape Skills and Employment Accelerator project, which is focused on creating employment opportunities for youth and women in the clothing and textile industry in Cape Town over the next three years. Applicants have until Friday, 15 January to apply for the accelerator.
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Unemployment in South Africa remains an alarming issue. The country has among the highest youth unemployment rates globally with 58% of 15-24-year-olds not working. To add to the challenge, we are facing the rapidly changing skill set that is required by businesses.
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Unemployment in South Africa remains an alarming issue. The country has among the highest youth unemployment rates globally with 58% of 15-24-year-olds not working. To add to the challenge, we are facing the rapidly changing skill set that is required by businesses.
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"Education is a powerful tool that helps to advance societies, driving innovation and birthing new industries that boost economies," says Leana de Beer, CEO of Feenix. But for many young South Africans, tertiary education is restricted - often seen to be expensive or out of reach for those who can't get funding through NSFAS, bursaries or student loans.
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