One strange debt collector call can make your stomach drop. If a loan, store account, or cellphone contract appears under your name and you never applied for it, your ID may have been used fraudulently. The good news is that there are clear steps you can take to check, report, dispute, and protect yourself. Someone…
Long queues at Home Affairs can turn a simple ID or passport visit into an all-day struggle. The good news is that South Africans can now use online booking options such as the Branch Appointment Booking System and eHomeAffairs to plan their visit before arriving at selected Home Affairs offices or enabled bank branches. South…
Many South Africans qualify for UIF money after losing income, but claims are often delayed because of missing documents, wrong banking details, or employer information that was never updated. This step-by-step guide explains how to claim UIF money, where to apply, and how to avoid common mistakes that slow down payment. You can claim UIF…
Many taxpayers only check SARS when they fear owing money — but the opposite may be true. A refund could be waiting after PAYE deductions, medical claims, retirement contributions, or corrected tax information. Here is how to check your SARS refund status safely and understand what your assessment really means. SARS may owe you money…
The Zululand Chamber of Business Foundation is offering a free 20-day computer literacy training course for unemployed residents who want to improve their digital skills. The ICDL-based programme is designed to help participants build confidence with computers, email, Microsoft Office tools and workplace readiness skills. The Free Computer Literacy Training 2026 opportunity is open for…
Every year, thousands of young people submit learnership applications with hope. But many never reach the interview stage. The reason is not always lack of potential. Often, it is a missing document, a weak CV, a rushed form, or one small mistake that silently removes them from the shortlist. Most learnership applications fail before shortlisting…
A missing certificate can delay work opportunities, study plans and verification checks. Umalusi has outlined what applicants need when requesting a replacement certificate — and the biggest warning is simple: never use SMS payment links claiming to collect courier or other fees. If your Umalusi certificate is lost or damaged, you can request a replacement…
Every year, many hopeful applicants wait for the advert before getting serious about a Traffic Officer Learnership. That delay costs people real opportunities. The strongest candidates for 2026 will likely be the ones who start now by improving fitness, organising documents, and understanding the demands of traffic law enforcement. A Traffic Officer Learnership in 2026…
A flexible work-from-home teaching opportunity is now open for South Africans who want to earn online while helping learners build confidence in English. The Faculty is hiring Online English Tutors, and this role could suit experienced teachers, graduates, students, and strong communicators who are ready for structured remote teaching work. The Faculty is hiring Online…
Capitec Bank has opened a new Agent: Call Centre opportunity for candidates with customer service experience and strong communication skills. For job seekers aiming to build a career in banking support, this role offers a direct route into a respected financial services environment. Capitec Bank is recruiting for an Agent: Call Centre role for candidates…