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NEWSFLASH: Unemployment rate rises 1.3 percentage points to 32.7%

Today at 12:17 PM, via Daily Maverick

About a third of South Africa’s labour force is without a job, and things are bound to get worse as the economic outlook sours with each passing day of the Middle East war triggered at the end of February by the US and Israeli attacks on Iran.

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New nurse graduates in critical care units need better support

Today at 12:12 PM, via Mail & Guardian

New nurse graduates in South Africa often enter the workforce with limited exposure to CCUs during their undergraduate training. By investing in the next generation of nurses, we strengthen the workforce and safeguard the future of healthcare. As we honour nurses today, 12 May, let us also commit to creating the conditions they need to thrive tomorrow

South Africa

Official unemployment rises marginally

Today at 12:06 PM, via SAnews

Official unemployment rises marginally

The official unemployment rate has risen marginally by some 1.3 percentage points from 31.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025 to reach 32.7% in the first quarter of 2026. 

This, according to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) on Tuesday.

“[There] was a decrease of 345 000 in the number of...

South Africa

eThekwini champions inclusive disaster resilience

Today at 11:53 AM, via SAnews

eThekwini champions inclusive disaster resilience

The eThekwini Municipality has reaffirmed its commitment to building a disaster-resilient and inclusive city as stakeholders gather in Durban for the three-day Inclusivity for All on Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Summit.

The summit, currently underway at Moses Mabhida Stadium, has brought together key stakeholders from...

Sport

SA’s Ismail reverses retirement for T20 World Cup

Today at 11:27 AM, via BBC News

South Africa fast bowler Shabnim Ismail reverses her international retirement and is included in the Proteas’ squad for this summer’s T20 World Cup in England.

Education

Book Review: ‘AI for Good,’ by Josh Tyrangiel

Today at 11:00 AM, via New York Times

In “AI for Good,” Josh Tyrangiel talks to the classrooms, hospitals and research labs where people are using artificial intelligence that might benefit society.

Science/Tech

The Future of Online Betting in SA: Less Generous, More Competitive

Today at 12:20 PM, via Tech Financials

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — South Africa’s online sports betting industry is entering a pivotal new phase. After years of rapid, mobile-driven growth, the sector is now facing increased regulatory scrutiny—most notably through the National Treasury’s proposed 20% national tax on gross gambling revenue (GGR). The proposal, which closed for public comment in February 2026, is […]

Science/Tech

Betting-Led Entertainment Platforms Are Changing Online Gambling in South Africa

Today at 12:18 PM, via Tech Financials

Johannesburg, South Africa — 8 May 2026 — SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za says South Africa’s online gambling market is moving into a new phase, as betting-led platforms expand beyond traditional sportsbook products and become broader digital entertainment destinations. The trend is being driven by a market where sports betting now plays the leading role in gambling activity. The […]

Motoring

Toyota to build new car factory in India

Today at 07:52 AM, via TopAuto

Toyota plans to build a new SUV assembly plant in India, the country where most of South Africa’s cars are imported from.