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AI to impact 40% of jobs in emerging markets

Artificial intelligence is set to have a ripple effect globally, impacting 40% of jobs in emerging markets and 60% of jobs in advanced economies.

After years of groundwork, ‘teenage’ Takealot targets profit

The e-commerce giant says it created around 20 000 direct jobs and over 13 000 indirect employment opportunities, and contributes billions to SA’s GDP annually.

Govt starts recruiting youth in mega DHA digitisation project

A total of 10 000 unemployed youth graduates will join the digitisation project of home affairs records.

Govt targets digital skills training for 4 500 youth

President Cyril Ramaphosa reveals plans to train 4 500 unemployed youth, so they can secure tech jobs.

300 job opportunities as Webhelp sets up Durban office

Paris-headquartered Webhelp sets up operations in KwaZulu-Natal, creating 300 employment opportunities for job-seekers in the business process outsourcing sector.

DigiLink looks to scale-up amid rising youth unemployment

The Cape Town-based incubator wants to boost its digital skills development programme, to bring more young people into the tech economy.

A shot for youth to enter BPO sector as training opens

Cape Town opens applications for the next cohort of young people to receive training in order to join the business process outsourcing sector.

South Africa’s digital economy can unlock 66 000 jobs in 2021

With three million jobs having been lost this year, digital skills training has the potential to pave the way for 66 000 jobs over the next year, says Harambee.

Amazon recruiting 3 000 for virtual customer service jobs in SA

The roles range from customer service associates, to technical experts who will work virtually while supporting Amazon customers in North America and Europe.

Automation to replace two-thirds of banking jobs

Machine learning, robots and artificial intelligence are expected to replace two out of every three jobs in the global banking sector, says Forrester.

Facebook steps up SA youth employment efforts

The social media giant enhances its job search and mentorship tools to help address the scourge of youth unemployment in the country.

10 most promising jobs and in-demand skills for 2018

Six of the 10 most promising jobs for 2018 which were identified in a recent LinkedIn survey require project management competencies.