Success: Woman, 21, Lands 6-Figure Job and 4 Others Celebrating Employment in 2024

Success: Woman, 21, Lands 6-Figure Job and 4 Others Celebrating Employment in 2024

  • 2024 was a year of success for some South African citizens as they secured job opportunities
  • While some shared their journey to employment, others shared that saying yes to the job also secured them a home
  • Briefly News compiled five stories of South African online users celebrating employment in 2024
People landed job opportunities in 2024.
Many South Africans shared their inspiring journeys to employment. Images: Khloé Hlony / Facebook, @brown_nozee / TikTok
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In today's challenging economy, where job opportunities are often scarce, securing employment is a significant milestone worth celebrating. In 2024, a number of South Africans shared their inspiring stories of landing jobs and motivating others in the process.

Celebrating employment in 2024

Briefly News compiled a list of five unique stories of proud South Africans who received money in their bank accounts after saying yes to employment.

Immediate employment after interview

A TikTokker shared her excitement after landing a job immediately after a successful interview. She posted a screenshot of the SMS the company sent inviting her to the office.

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The woman expressed deep gratitude, and her achievement left people celebrating her success.

Leaving home for a dream job

A woman named Nozipho shared her inspiring journey of leaving her home province to pursue her dream job of becoming a safety officer. She showed herself at a construction site with colleagues, celebrating her career's progress.

6-Figure job at 21

Successful woman Amani Manaka, a 21-year-old without a degree, secured a six-figure job after applying to 250 roles between January and March. Despite early rejections, she landed a position at a London-based tech recruitment company that trains candidates without prior experience.

Inspiring job hunt journey

A South African woman named Siphelele Khanyi motivated many by sharing her journey from unemployment to landing a job. After facing multiple rejections after graduation, she chose to trust God's plan for her.

Siphelele gradually built her new life, showcasing resilience and faith.

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New job gets 21-year-old a home

Khloé Hlony, 21, showed off his new single-room home on Facebook after one month of employment. He proudly displayed his modern setup and neatly arranged sleeping area.

After celebrating his independence, the young man sought suggestions for improving his space.

Woman gets job 2 weeks after graduation

In another story, Briefly News reported about a young woman who shared that she received her apartment key and bagged her first employment opportunity two weeks after she graduated.

After hearing about her success, the online community showered the woman with congratulatory messages.

Source: Briefly News

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Jade Rhode (Editor) Jade Rhode is a Human Interest Reporter who joined the Briefly News team in April 2024. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Rhodes University, majoring in Journalism and Media Studies (distinction) and Linguistics. Before pursuing her tertiary education, Jade worked as a freelance writer at Vannie Kaap News, telling the tales of the community. After her studies, Jade worked as an editorial intern for BONA Magazine, contributing to both print and online. To get in touch with Jade, please email jade.rhode@briefly.co.za