https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/536.html South Africa Training news 15 Skills Development & Training news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/536.html en-us Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:18:39 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/ai-can-accelerate-hr-but-should-it-make-the-decisions-075145a Artificial intelligence is changing recruitment, learning, and career development at remarkable speed. It can screen candidates, identify skills, personalise learning, and automate processes that once consumed hours of HR time. However, as AI becomes more deeply embedded in the workplace, perhaps the more important question is not what it can do, but what we should still insist on doing ourselves. 1-271707 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:31:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/onlyfans-in-south-africa-what-creators-say-about-sex-work-personal-safety-and-the-gigeconomy-631111a OnlyFans was established in 2016 as a platform for content creators to post images and videos or host live streams in exchange for money. But what began as a small and relatively quiet niche startup suddenly exploded. 1-271581 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:38:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/how-ai-is-altering-the-shape-of-corporate-hierarchies-297747a The old keys don't fit the new doors. For decades, organisations have been built like pyramids: a broad base of junior talent, a narrowing middle-management tier and a small executive peak. Artificial intelligence is reshaping that pyramid into something entirely new and if you're not preparing your people for the pressure that creates, you're already behind. 1-271530 Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:41:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/better-conversations-can-help-ease-workplace-change-742212a Anyone who has introduced a new process, system or way of working knows that explaining why change is necessary does not always make it easier for people to embrace it. Employees may understand the benefits and still feel unsure, resistant or reluctant to let go of familiar ways of doing things. 1-271502 Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/beyond-the-degree-expanding-student-support-to-improve-graduate-employment-075975a If we are to combat South Africa's persistent youth and graduate unemployment crisis, higher education institutions need to take a direct role in guiding graduates into the workforce. Universities must bridge the divide between classroom learning and industry demands to ensure young professionals can secure meaningful careers, says an education specialist. 1-271457 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:48:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/human-impact-with-ai-what-afrizan-does-with-the-capacity-ai-creates-631531a AI is changing the economics of customer service. It can resolve routine queries faster, surface information instantly and remove hours of repetitive work from an agent’s day. 1-271451 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:32:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/is-ai-eroding-our-critical-thinking-skills-075355a This Women's Month, much of the conversation will focus on how women can access leadership and growth opportunities in an AI-driven economy. However, we must ensure that the skills and qualities that have historically allowed women to rise to the leaders they are today are not lost in the rush towards AI. 1-271087 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:25:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/learning-isixhosa-a-few-words-can-open-a-different-world-853173a How ironic is it that we can share a town, city or workplace with people every day, yet not be able to greet them in their home language? 1-271079 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:31:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/reshaping-africas-collective-image-lnd-africa-rise-2026-calls-on-leaders-to-drive-global-competitiveness-297597a As global markets rapidly evolve around digital transformation, innovation, and shifting workforce dynamics, Africa stands at a pivotal juncture. The premier Learning and Development (LnD) Africa Rise 2026 Conference has officially announced its upcoming gathering, taking place from 21st to 23rd October 2026 at The Garden Venue in Johannesburg, South Africa. 1-271050 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:05:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/phakama-womens-academy-expands-legacy-of-mentorship-with-12th-cohort-520870a The Phakama Women’s Academy (PWA) has officially welcomed its Class of 2026 - 22 young women drawn from Emeris, Afda and the University of Johannesburg - marking the 12th annual intake of the VWV Group's flagship ESG initiative. 1-271036 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:21:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Skills Development & Training South Africa