US jobs growth slower than expected last month

US jobs growth slower than expected last month

US job growth was slower than expected in October, as hurricanes and striking workers held down employment. The US job market is in the spotlight with just days to go until election day - where the economy has been at the centre of candidates' campaigns. Sally Patterson reports.

November 4, 2024 10

South Africa

South Africa’s amended Employment Bill targets foreign workers

South Africa’s Public Servants Association's acting deputy general manager, Claude Naiker, says the Employment Services Amendment Bill may reduce the number of foreign nationals employed in South Africa but does not address the country’s skills shortage. This follows the revelation that six-thousand-220 foreign nationals, including permanent residents and temporary employees, are working in the public sector.

September 12, 2024 13

Science & Technology

Is AI a Blessing or a Curse? Ronald Sangunji Weighs In

By Dilia Mazula As the tech industry progresses, it triggers questions and debates regarding the potential risks, particularly concerning AI. Fears mount over the potential harm that could arise if AI falls into the wrong hands and is wielded for malicious purposes. Numerous online reports have investigated AI's capacity to manipulate and potentially deceive humans, with Deepfakes emerging as a concerning trend. Governments are increasingly apprehensive about […]

May 15, 2024 60