Microsoft starts firing engineers
Microsoft Corp. plans to cut jobs in a number of engineering divisions on Wednesday, according to a person familiar with the matter, joining the ranks of technology giants that are scaling back as the industry prepares for a prolonged slump in demand.
The...
The most sought-after tech job skills in SA
Demand for IT skills in South Africa is still rising, but according to CareerJunction's Employment Insights report for August 2022, the sector is observing slower growth rates.
The job platform's research also revealed four IT skills it said would...
Grannies in Alexandra township get tech-savvy
“My grandchildren will grow up knowing not to give up on their dreams,” says 66-year-old Olga Mhlontlo from Mfuleni.
Mhlontlo was among 11 grandmothers (gogos) who received tablet computers last week after completing two weeks of training on how to...
The most in-demand tech skills in South Africa
Demand for skills in information and communication technology (ICT) fields has increased by around 60% since January 2021, the CareerJunction Index for July 2021 shows.
The CareerJunction Index (CJI) represents online labour dynamics in South...
These are the most critical tech skills in high demand in South Africa
The Minister of Home Affairs, Aaron Motsoaledi, has published the 2021 Critical Skills List which shows which skills are in high demand in South Africa.
This is an important development as it provides South African...
The tech skills that can get you a skilled worker visa for the UK
The United Kingdom is one of the top emigration destinations for South Africans, and skilled young professionals continue to flood out of South Africa in favour of better prospects overseas.
Notwithstanding the cost of...
The best tech skills to have in South Africa
South Africa’s new National List of Occupations in High Demand (OIHD) revealed that numerous ICT skills are in short supply in South Africa.
Higher education minister, Blade Nzimande said the list is updated every two years and helps the country to...