South Africans under 35 are opting for freelance and contract work. Gen Zs and Millennials are prioritising flexibility and independence over corporate jobs.
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How technology and finance can unlock Africa’s agricultural potential
Across Africa, smallholder farmers sit at the heart of the continent’s food systems, yet many remain trapped in cycles of low productivity and financial exclusion
Freedom or fraud? The hidden cost of South Africa’s gig economy
SA has seen a surge in contract work, also known as gig work. Stripped of its polished promises, gig work reveals a dangerous level of precarity.
Growing more inclusive tables by transforming South Africa's Fresh Produce Sector
Addressing these problems requires a collaborative public-private partnership environment that enables and promotes concerted effort from all stakeholders.
Unshackling African cities: Why Africa’s cities need the power to fund themselves
According to Africa’s Urbanisation Dynamics, our cities will house 1.4 billion people by 2050. But this growth is happening in cities that lack the financial power
Deepfakes, GenAI, and identity threat: Why traditional defences are no longer enough
Criminals could use GenAI to generate synthetic identities with photos, videos, and documents that appear authentic and videos or voice clips to trick systems
Trump tariffs will result in more unemployment in South Africa
The decision of President Trump to impose 30% tariffs on the export of vehicles, components, tyres and parts exported from SA to the US will kill economic growth.
Hunger to hope: Why nutrition is the missing link in education equity
In many communities that SA Harvest serve, preparing for matric is less about study tips and more about survival strategies. It’s a crisis that’s easy to overlook
New investment to boost local jobs and revitalize the JB Marks economy
After 30 months of comprehensive feasibility studies and strategic planning, Zambesi Gold (ZGD) has officially launched the revival of the historic Eleazer Mine
Adapting to climate change, securing SA’s food future
The impacts of climate change threaten up to a 50% decline in South Africa’s agricultural production by 2050, growing the ranks of the 1 in 5 people
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