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OCTAVIUS PHUKUBYE | SA’s jobs crisis is bigger than a skills problem
Skills gap remains but job scarcity is the real obstacle for youth, writes Octavius Phukubye.
THURSDAY, 11 JUNE 2026, 10:32

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Skills gap remains but job scarcity is the real obstacle for youth, writes Octavius Phukubye.

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South Africa’s future will be secured through lawful governance, responsible migration management and regional co-operation, writes David Mahlobo

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Government seeks larger petroleum stockpile as geopolitical risks intensify
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In my quest to bring you the most warming of winter dishes, I came up with this one-dish bake that has some of my favourite things in it: not least, braised leeks and parsnip mash. Oh, and cheese.

South Africa
They face several charges including double murder, conspiracy to commit murder and attempted murder.
South Africa
Deputy Minister to join fans at Bafana watch party
With Bafana Bafana kicking off the search for victory at the FIFA Soccer World Cup tonight, Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), Peace Mabe, in partnership with Honor, will join fans and attend the first world cup watch party event.As the senior men’s national team will square off against Mexico, the Minister will...
South Africa
Suspect arrested in assault of young woman
Following the surfacing of a video clip on various social media platforms showing a physical altercation, where a male individual is seen assaulting a 21-year-old female, police have confirmed that a 22-year-old high school learner has been arrested and charged.
He is expected to make his first court appearance in the Bloemfontein...
South Africa
Suspect arrested in assault case of young woman
Following the surfacing of a video clip on various social media platforms showing a physical altercation, where a male individual is seen assaulting a 21-year-old female, police have confirmed that a 22-year-old high school learner has been arrested and charged.
He is expected to make his first court appearance in the Bloemfontein...

World
The BBC’s Will Grant got access inside the renovated venue ahead of the first game of the tournament.

World
The Trump administration in 2025 paused the use of the famous Haskell Library’s main entrance on the US side, which had been used by both countries for decades.

World
Why was a cook leading clients up the world’s highest peak? And why was he left to rescue himself?

World
Pope Leo XIV visited Barcelona’s iconic Sagrada Família basilica as part of his week-long visit to Spain.

Africa
Morocco became Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalists at Qatar 2022, but how close is a side from the continent to lifting the trophy?

Africa
Omar Artan was set to become the first Somali to referee a game at the World Cup finals, but his place in history has been denied by US immigration authorities.

Africa
Scholarships help three women who grew up in poverty complete master’s qualifications in the UK.

Africa
Protesters are concerned about cross-border infection risks and the lack of transparency from the government about the treatment centre.
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Business
The UK’s competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child.

Politics
The Madlanga Commission into crime, political interference and corruption continues hearing witness.

Politics
The Phala Phala farm burglary came under scrutiny from the Portfolio Committee on Police.

Politics
Sibonelo Nomvalo says the MK P believes some of its members are being targeted for political reasons

Politics
Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso set to take legal action againsts social activist Nkosinathi Ndabandaba

Sport
Fifty-two Women’s National League clubs sign a letter sent to the Football Association opposing proposals to bring top tier academy teams into their league.
Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are said to part ways with five senior players before the start of the new season as the club continues reshaping its squad.
Sport
Bafana Bafana face a daunting task against Mexico in their World Cup opener at the Azteca, but which players should they look out for?

Sport
How much attention have you paid to what’s happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
Education
[Vanguard] In an effort to strengthen education and expand access to learning opportunities, the Sokoto State Government has commenced the construction and upgrading of 56 secondary schools across the state under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project, a landmark intervention aimed at improving educational infrastructure and increasing school enrolment,...
Education
The chancellor of the city’s schools, Kamar Samuels, is being investigated over a $180,000 no-bid deal dating to his previous role.
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[GroundUp] Classrooms at Tshilogoni Secondary were closed after a Department of Labour inspection
Lifestyle
Amid the conversation about who will take on the role of James Bond, George Clooney has given a strong endorsement to Callum Turner.
Lifestyle
Word up! Check out the top 10 words that had South Africans re-evaluating their spelling skills and seeking Google’s aid in 2026.
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The murder case involving seven men accused of killing rapper Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and his friend Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane is set to continue in the High Court in Durban on Thursday.
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Entertainment
Pollard has been in the trenches already this season and come out stronger. He will do so again.

Entertainment
Experts warn acid water eroding underground pillars and illegal zama zama blasting could trigger collapses from Nigel to Orkney soon.

Entertainment
Bafana’s goalkeeper is likely to be busy, while up front one man has stood out at international level of late.

Science/Tech
Florion, a first-of-its-kind South African energy intelligence business co-founded by Robert Futter, today announced its launch. Futter brings more than 20 years of advisory experience in energy, infrastructure and project finance. The company has already secured a large mining and beneficiation client operating in one of the country’s most energy-intensive sectors. The launch comes as South […]

Science/Tech
Eskom renewables chief Rivoningo Mnisi names the solar, battery and hydro projects that will be built first.

Science/Tech
The new system will streamline finance functions by eliminating manual processes in claims, settlement and reconciliation, says the retailer.
Science/Tech
fjo3 shares a report from The Guardian: Tests reveal that when people are ambling about, they have a natural tendency to turn to the left and walk in an anticlockwise direction. “If you simply ask someone to start walking, whether they are wandering around a museum, a supermarket, or even an empty room, it is surprisingly likely that they will drift counterclockwise,” said Dr Inaki Echeverria...
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Health
Two reports by U.S. investigators reveal how Medicare Advantage is quick to reject requests for short-term nursing home or inpatient rehab services.
Health
Hundreds of Kenyans have marched through the streets to oppose a quarantine facility that would be reserved exclusively for American patients.

Health
Dr Monique Lynch-Jonah has launched the Healthy Minds Kids Series. The collection of picture books aims to help children aged seven to 12 develop emotional wellbeing, confidence, resilience, and positive mental health from an early age.

Health
Some men in England with the disease will now be offered an advanced form of treatment on the NHS.