HR Matters

The Real Cost of Getting Hiring Wrong

Executive appointments are among the most consequential decisions a business can make. At board, C-suite, and senior leadership level, one hire has the power to accelerate strategy, strengthen culture, unlock growth, and build confidence across an...

What the HR director needs from the CEO

There’s a quiet myth that still lingers in boardrooms: human resources (HR) is there to “support the business”. Helpful, yes. Necessary, of course. But ultimately… secondary. That thinking is not just outdated, it’s...

Mind the gap: closing the space between applicants, recruiters, and potential bosses

A job portal plays a powerful role in closing the gap between job seekers, HR professionals, and employers by bringing all three groups into one shared digital space. Here’s why you shouldn’t hesitate to sign up, once you’ve found the platform that’s...

Why HR Dashboards are now a compliance imperative — Not a “nice to have”

South Africa’s reward governance landscape is entering one of its most significant periods of change in over a decade. With the Companies Amendment Act of 2024 nearing promulgation, the proposed Fair Pay Wage Bill gaining traction, and the...

Two-Thirds of Leaders View HR as Key Business Driver

Human resources has firmly entered the strategic spotlight with 65% of senior leaders now viewing HR as a key business enabler, driving transformation and value creation. Organisations with stronger HR capabilities report lower turnover and cut the...

How payroll and HR become the strategic engine of business in 2026

The world of payroll and HR is evolving at an unprecedented speed, and 2026 is set to bring some of the most significant shifts yet. From AI systems that can act with initiative, to payroll that updates in real time, these developments are...

Why outsourcing HR could be the smartest business move you make

Running a growing business can sometimes feel like managing a dozen moving parts all at once. Amid the constant drive to expand and stay competitive, the human side of business can easily be overlooked, especially for small and medium enterprises...

Career Reinvention Starts Here: How HR Analytics is Changing the Game

South Africa’s world of work is evolving at a rapid pace, shaped by digital disruption, economic challenges, demographic shifts, and the growing demand for more flexible and meaningful career experiences. Traditional career paths, linear...

Navigating a career in HR in the age of AI

With AI automating routine HR tasks like CV screening, skills assessments, and employee engagement tracking, Human Resources (HR) professionals need new skills, including data literacy and digital fluency, says Sheryll Kisten, Head: Human Resources...
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