As we reflect on Human Rights Month, it’s hard not to think about how far we’ve come — and how much further we still have to go — when it comes to gender equality in the workplace. South Africa has made real progress in getting more women into the workforce, but when you look at …
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The 2025 budget marks a crucial turning point for South Africa’s economy, directly influencing the job market and shaping the strategies of businesses across the country. With a VAT increase from 15% and a focused approach to debt reduction and infrastructure investment, this budget carries significant implications for both employers and employees. But beyond the …
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Thinking Bigger: The Entrepreneurial Mindset That Drives Growth What truly sets a successful entrepreneur apart? Is it resilience, adaptability, or the ability to sell a vision? The truth is, entrepreneurship is a blend of many qualities—but this month we are focusing on the ability to think beyond the present and anticipate the future. In this …
As we step into 2025, the global labour market continues to evolve, shaped by economic shifts, technological advancements, and geopolitical events. While the post-pandemic economic recovery has contributed to lower unemployment rates, disparities persist across different income groups, genders, and age demographics. Understanding these trends is essential for businesses, policymakers, and job seekers navigating the …
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In May this year, I had the honour of participating in the EY Women in Turkey panel discussion on assembling a winning team. Preparing for this engagement, I worked extensively with my public speaking coach, as I have done before major speaking engagements.
It’s with great pride that we announce our recent partnership with BMW. Over the next few months, we will embark on a staffing solutions project to recruit for the luxury vehicle company’s IT Hub, in South Africa. An information nerve-centre that provides global tech consultations for over 50 countries is going to need a multi-service …
Imagine that every year is a marathon, and the route is riddled with obstacles – inclines, rocky terrain, clusters of congestion, etc. While some might start strong and temper their pace as they clear each month, others may decide it prudent to set a steady pace that they maintain throughout the year. However we all …
Alert Level 3 began as of Monday, 1 June 2020. As more workers return to the office, both employees and employers should be aware of the national regulations
In the past few months, the nature of work has had to shift drastically to accommodate the global health crisis. We can no longer muse about what the future of work may look like. It is here and we are co-creating it. Remote working has become the only option for many companies that have to …
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The novel coronavirus has affected every nation across the globe. Rather than letting this pandemic divide us even further, let us use this as an opportunity to support each other in any and all ways possible.
The Liyema Consulting team are ready and willing to do their part.
