Facebook is working on a number of new features for its WhatsApp messaging application, many of which are expected to launch this year. These include everything from deeper integration with Facebook-owned platforms as well as long-awaited functionality across desktop, web, Android, and iOS platforms. WhatsApp is testing a range of new features, many of which it has already made available in beta versions of the app for Android and iOS. These...
Minister of Social Development Lindiwe Zulu says that government is in talks with stakeholders to replace South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) cards after a security breach, first reported in 2019. Responding to a written parliamentary Q&A in December, Zulu said that Sassa cards are actually bank cards issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO) on behalf of Postbank to approved applicants who choose to collect their social...
The Kwasha! Theatre Company is calling on performing arts graduates to join the company in 2021. The Kwasha! Theatre Company is a performing arts theatre company which was launched by the Market Theatre Laboratory and the Windybrow Arts Centre in 2018. The company's purpose is to serve as a bridge between graduates' education and their professional careers. They are currently looking for outstanding performing arts...
Unisa has taken the leap due to Covid-19 and moved their registrations for 2021 online. Due to the rise in infections and the second wave, this is definitely a good move for Unisa and other Universities to make. Registrations are set to open soon so be ready. Unisa has taken the leap due to Covid-19 and moved their registrations for 2021 online. Due to the rise in infections and the second wave, this is definitely a good move for Unisa and...
The University of Pretoria has opened their online registrations for 2021 as UP registration for 2021 are now fully online. Advertisement The University of Pretoria has opened their online registrations for 2021 as UP registration for 2021 are now fully online. Registrations are open for both current and postgraduate students. New 2021 first year students will be able to register online from 1 March 2021 after they have been fully...
A newspaper is one of the many sources used for collecting news and knowledge of all the events happening in the world. The newspaper was first introduced in the 17th century and since then it has become an integral part of our lives. Reading a newspaper gives you a brief knowledge of the events happening both in your country and around the world. It is highly beneficial for both adults and children, there are many useful categories like...
An Indian wedding is more than what meets the eye. A lot of planning and preparation is required to plan an event. A wedding generally includes several traditional ceremonies, a long guest list, gifts, and delicious food on the big day. A Big fat Indian wedding has many things that we love to experience during the wedding season. Couples with the family can invite the guests to a lavish wedding. It is essential to choose all types of services...
One should choose doctors and lawyers wisely to make life easy. However, the act of selecting the right professional doesn’t end there as it is also important to select the right astrologer for all your issues in life. The right guidance of an astrologer will help you to make a wise decision and improve your future. Taking the right decision will impact not only you but also the generations to come. Hence, you should never compromise if you...
Graduated and needing to make extra money? Well, the Department of Basic Education might just be your saviour. They have now partnered with Harambee Youth to bring you thousands of jobs as Education Assistants at public schools. The Department of Basic Education (DBE) is now taking a step forward to make sure the youth pave the way of success. DBE has partnered with Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator which will see 300 000 South African...
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme, better known as NSFAS, has had their applications open since August and have already received so many applications. However, when do applications close? Read this to find out. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme, better known as NSFAS, has had their applications open since August and have already received so many applications. However, when do applications close? Well, if you're hoping to...
Levana Primary School in Lavender Hill is one of a 1,010 Western Cape schools that depend on government’s National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP) feeding scheme. The school has 1,090 learners. Only half of them attend at any one time because of rotational classes introduced due to Covid-19, but “those children must still eat”, says Shamiega Charity, Acting Principal at Levana Primary. Before the pandemic, she says they were feeding 300...
Occupation and professional development are the evergreen topics that intrigue each upcoming generation. Students want to know how to work during studies at college, graduates crave the exact positions they were educated for, and older people just want a place to express all their knowledge and reach higher accomplishments. In the current circumstances of an economic downturn, the reasons people want to find a good job are quite clear:...
President Ramaphosa, when announcing that the the Special Relief of Distress R350 grant would be extended until January, also made it clear that top-ups will not continue to be made on grants from SASSA. SASSA also previously announced that they would be extending temporary grants until December. SASSA has said that top-ups would no longer be made on old-age grants, child support grants and foster grants as they were for lockdown. During...
For years, matric balls have been something many learners look forward to as they celebrate the end of their final year in high school. Some schools have made it a tradition to host the dances at the end of the year, but the Basic Education Department is warning against this. The department fears that learners will be at risk of being infected with Covid-19 if schools host gatherings such as the matric dance. The final exams are set...
The Health Department is now concerned that and is expecting more cases to emerge from the outbreak seen amongst University of Fort Hare students and that this same situation will occur at other Universities in the country as well. Many fear that student social gatherings will play a major role in the second wave. The Health Department is now concerned that and is expecting more cases to emerge from the outbreak seen amongst...
Africa has long been in the spotlight for its unique innovations regarding fintech and financial novelties. Various countries including Nigeria, South Africa, and Uganda are adopting numerous financial innovations that are beneficial for people. The latter especially has been known for an incredible surge of financial opportunities in the jobs market. The expansion of financial opportunities in Africa is just beginning. Uganda is a prominent...
If you work in the IT sector, you must have heard about Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS is among the leading cloud service platforms in the world, offering over 165 fully-featured services from data centers around the world. It also provides certification to help its users learn more about the platform. Currently, there are 12 AWS certifications that are categorized into different levels. With so many options, it is easy to get confused about...
Have you been desperate for a job and received a call from a company you applied to? Yesss!! You’re excited. It all seems legit enough. First things first, you need to go in for a follow-up interview to a location that will be disclosed through text. Then there is the training part. Where you go through several hours of simulations trying to learn a pick-up line or a catchphrase, or even a whole paragraph of potential questions from clients...
We are currently living in a far too different world from the one we had known a few months ago. Nearly all elements of our lives have come to a seismic shift towards the online spectrum. With remote work taking the forefront in all aspects of recruitment, it is evident that graduate recruitment has also undergone a virtual transformation. Understandably, final-year students are experiencing a lot of panic due to the uncertainty prevailing over...
With the current economy in the news, many people are wondering what's in store for outdoor recreation in the future. With all the talk of saving the environment, many people are asking, "What are some of the benefits of outdoor activities in your life?" The three lesser-known benefits of prioritizing outdoor activities and outdoor adventure in your life are: An adventure-based lifestyle is becoming popular for women's adventure sports. When...