AFRICAThe growing threat of job site scams, Part two
Internet fraudsters are making increasing use of small job boards -- such as those advertising jobs teaching English as a foreign language -- to practice their scams. To match their increasing sophistication, internet security firms also are trying out some new tricks. 21 Jul 2008 11:36
AFRICAThe growing threat of job site scams, Part one
The qualities the make the Internet a good communication medium also appeal to those with more nefarious intentions. Job boards in particular have become a favorite spot for fraudsters trying to scam you out of your money. 18 Jul 2008 06:30
AFRICAYour reputation online, Part 2: Repairing the damage
Sometimes stuff about you - such as a record of a DUI - gets onto the Internet, and when it does it can make things difficult. You can try to get the information removed yourself, or turn to one of a handful of companies that have sprung up offering reputation repair. 15 Jul 2008 06:06
AFRICAYour reputation online, Part 1: How damage is done
These days, it's almost a given that a prospective employer will scour the internet for information about you, so it's a good idea to think a little before you click "submit" on that fiery political blog entry you just wrote. There are ways to clean up after yourself, but they can be difficult. 14 Jul 2008 10:39
NIGERIANigeria: Economic growth masks high unemployment
An overall trend towards economic growth in Nigeria masks the fact that millions have been forced into low-wage jobs in the once industrial north, trade experts warn. 2 Jul 2008 08:27
SOUTHERN AFRICAEmployers urged to invest in their staff
[Edwin Tshivhidzo] Labour Minister Membathisi Mdladlana has called on employers to invest in their employees in order to advance production. 30 Jun 2008 14:36
EGYPTEgyptian court rules labour group must be recognised
Judges rule organisation's closure contrary to ‘reality and law' and Egyptian authorities should immediately remove all restrictions against a labour organisation and comply with a court order to legally recognise the workers' rights group, Human Rights Watch said today. 9 Jun 2008 14:26
AFRICAPlacing the right people in the right job
Accsys, a South African provider of HR and payroll management solutions, first established its HR/payroll industry-focused recruitment division called Accsys PeoplePlace four months ago. Since then this extension to the business has made a significant impact on the market says Andiswe Mjali, Recruitment Division Manager. 14 Nov 2007 12:51
AFRICAGetting hired
Culture and economy is in a shift and, much like abroad, it has been stated that people will have more than one career and probably even more jobs in their lifetime. 6 Nov 2007 15:24
AFRICAAfrican human resource managers in Uganda
[David Muwanga] Human resources managers from various Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) divisions in Africa are meeting in Uganda to learn how to deploy ICTs to improve recruitment and retaining workers. 29 Oct 2007 13:20
GHANAGhana shows positive results in job sector
The Ghanaian government's efforts in addressing the unemployment challenges there have started bearing good results. 17 Aug 2007 11:31
UGANDARegional bank offers graduate youths career opportunities
[Walter Wafula] East Africa Development Bank has announced career opportunities for young graduates in the region as it prepares to expand into two new markets. 12 Jul 2007 11:40
AFRICADemocracy suffers when decent jobs are lacking
With 10,000 African women and men coming into the job market each day, adding to growing ranks of extreme working poor, the challenge is not just to find jobs for work-seekers, but also ensure the work is decent. If it isn’t, there can be political repercussions. 26 Apr 2007 12:02
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