Tag: economic empowerment
TES and skills development – unlocking rural growth
Rural regions face a double-edged sword: a lack of skilled labour and a constant exodus of talent to urban areas. These challenges are further compounded by limited access to educational and training opportunities, hindering the development of a skilled local workforce, which in turn has a negative impact on economic growth.
Transforming youth employability through innovation
As South Africa continues to grapple with its massive youth (15-34 years) unemployment rate of 4.7 million individuals (Q4 2023), there is a critical need for innovative approaches to skills development and employability. I view learnerships as an excellent platform for creative training methodologies thereby, paving the way for a more agile and adaptable workforce.
Unleashing the power of African creativity
In recent years, the world has witnessed a remarkable shift in the global creative landscape, with African creativity arising as a powerful force to be reckoned with. As statistics and industry reports affirm, it is indeed our time to lead, and we have every reason to be proud of the incredible talent emanating from the diverse and rich cultures across the continent.
The impact of private credit on African livelihoods
When we think about the impact that private credit and other forms of financing have on African companies, we tend to think about things like business growth and success. But the impact that private capital in particular has goes far beyond that.
The rising demand for Earned Wage Access solutions
Innovative models are bridging the gap between employee pay and evolving consumer behaviour. A fairly new yet ground-breaking fintech offering, Earned Wage Access (EWA) is a financial technology that allows employees to access a portion of their earned wages before their regular pay cycle.
