Liberty has revealed it paid out a staggering R12 billion in death, disability, and income protection claims during 2024—an 11.8% increase from the previous year. The payouts benefited over 120,000 individuals and highlight the critical importance of financial protection against life-altering events. By EWN Significantly, the majority of claims—64.8%—were made by male clients, even though […]
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Another roaring success for disability inclusion in the workplace at the annual Disability Summit & Career Expo 2025 held at the Wits Hall 29 on the West Campus. Headline sponsors Sanlam and the Road Accident Fund opened proceedings with strong messages about corporate South Africa embracing diversity and inclusion in the workplace and their commitment
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With the proposed increase in disability employment targets, employers are being called to do more than tick a compliance box; it’s time to look inward and explore the impact, challenges and importance of an inclusive workplace culture. By Tarryn Mason – Progression As part of the ongoing consultations around the sectoral targets relating to the
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El Gibbs, CEO of Disability Advocacy Network Australia, has worked remotely on and off for 25 years due to her disability. Powerd Media sat down with the disability advocate to discuss how working from home can be advantageous for people living with disability. By Emma Myers – Powerd Media What are your thoughts on the
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Disability Connect Work Enabled speaks to Gareth Dudgeon who lost mobility in his left arm and leg from a brain injury as a result of an accident in 2002. Gareth studied human movement science but is now a commercial property broker in sales and leasing. Despite his disability, Gareth describes himself as a health and
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Despite South Africa’s progressive labour laws, the country continues to fail its largest disability group — people with visual impairments. It is estimated that over one million South Africans live with some form of visual impairment, and statistics indicate that more than 70% of visually impaired individuals who are of working age are unemployed. By
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During Disability Awareness Month in South Africa, which runs from 3 November to 3 December, Pnet reaffirms its commitment to creating a supportive job application environment that empowers all job seekers, particularly those with disabilities, to pursue meaningful career paths. For many candidates, the decision to disclose a disability can feel daunting, naturally fuelled by
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Santam’s disability network uses the acronym ADAPT – All Diversabilities Partnering Together – which serves employees, as well as those with children or relatives living with disabilities. Being an equal opportunities organisation, there is no barrier to entry for anybody living with disabilities, with qualification and experience being the main criteria for employment consideration. Thembi
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Approximately 67% of South Africans are in a form of employment. All employees have the right to a safe and mentally healthy work environment. This World Mental Health Day (WMHD) we join the call from The World Federation for Mental Health, recognising the need to prioritise mental health in the workplace. Mental health issues, such
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From an initial mandate of placing people living with disabilities in workplace positions, eDeaf has evolved a training and skills development component to compliment placement and has placed over 4000 people in 17 years. With over 44 schools for the deaf in South Africa, only 10 offer a matric so the focus is on learnerships
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