By Niémah Davids Photos taken by Lerato Maduna Life has dealt Ncikazi Nyoka a difficult hand. In 2009, a car accident robbed her of her ability to walk, leaving her with a lifelong disability. But that wasn’t the worst part. When her husband filed for divorce because helping to care for her after her accident was just […]
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The University of Johannesburg’s Mpedi Family Scholarship for Neurodiversity Studies recently celebrated the graduation of three students who received their Masters’ qualifications. The graduation is an early outcome of the direct private-sector contribution focused specifically on the capacity shortage South Africa is currently facing, where there are few professionals trained to identify and support neurodivergent
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eStudy is building a national talent pipeline of Indian women and men with disabilities who have completed post-matric qualifications. Selected candidates will be considered for upcoming internship opportunities with various clients across South Africa. Candidate requirements Applicants must: Applications are open to candidates living anywhere in South Africa. How to apply Suitable candidates can submit
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My name is Sakhile Brian Malinga. I am a 38-year-old South African man living with Parkinson’s disease and dystonia. I turned 38 on the 26th of June, 2026. I was born in Middelburg, Mpumalanga, to a Swati mother and a Swati father. As I look around me, I see that we, as South Africans, are
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Story: Myolisi Gophe. Photos: Lerato Maduna. When meningitis robbed him of his hearing at the age of eight, many believed Ibrahim Tukur’s future had been written off. His teachers could no longer reach him. Friends drifted away. Some mocked him. Even his father, convinced there was no future for a deaf child, withdrew him from school. Today, that same
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By Government Vacancies iqbusiness South Africa is inviting applications for the Data Science Practitioner Learnership 2026 in Johannesburg, Gauteng. This 12-month learnership is aimed at South African candidates living with disabilities who want to build a career in data science, analytics, programming, and data reporting. The programme offers learners an opportunity to gain both accredited
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For young South Africans who are ready to step into the working world, gain skills, and earn while they learn. PLEASE NOTE: ONLY APPLICATIONS WITH A CV, MATRIC RESULTS AND MEDICAL NOTE ATTACHED WILL BE CONSIDERED PROGRAMME INFORMATION The Santam Learnership Programme is an entry-level transformation initiative aimed at building a sustainable pipeline of talented
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By Itumeleng Ndlovu, Founder and Managing Editor of SETA Careers Exxaro is giving South African students living with a disability a chance to continue their studies with dedicated bursary support built around inclusion, access and academic progress. The opportunity closes on 12 June 2026, making this an important deadline for eligible students to act on quickly. This bursary
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For candidates with disabilities who want a practical entry into the insurance sector, this Business Administration Learnership 2026 offers a structured workplace opportunity with exposure to claims, policy administration and quality assurance. The programme is linked to an insurance company and is expected to start on 1 June 2026. Hire Me is recruiting candidates with disabilities for
Amogelang College, a skills development centre based in Bloemfontein, has officially resumed its operations to provide a renewed sense of purpose for young people living with disabilities. The institution was initially forced to close its doors due to severe financial constraints and a lack of necessary infrastructure and equipment, but it has now reopened following
