[Image : Shot by ActionAid SA Comms Team] Lurnay Tshabalala-Mavuso | Senior Reporter | March,12 2026 On March 05 , ActionAid South Africa held its launch for its 6th CSP (Country Strategic Plan) at Constitution Hill, Women's Gaol in Braamfontein Johannesburg. As quoted, the ActionAid South Africa strategic plan for 2026 - 2029 sets a bold agenda for transformative change. Primarily through collective action and advocacy, ActionAid South Africa will continue to fight for a more just and equitable South Africa. ActionAid South Africa is also committed to social justice, gender equality, and poverty eradication. This three-year strategic plan outlines key priorities, objectives, and actions to drive systematic change and empower marginalised communities in South Africa. This strategic plan sets a bold ag...
Ravin Baburam , Regent Business School | Academic | 21 February 2026 Professional advancement is increasingly shaped by decisions around education. Qualifications signal capability, open doors and promise career progression, yet their value is often assessed too narrowly. Beyond remuneration, education carries costs and returns that unfold over time, influencing professional mobility, leadership access and long-term relevance. This article by Regent Business School Academic, Ravin Baburam examines career return on investment through a broader, more considered lens, exploring how study choices can either accelerate professional momentum or constrain it. In recent years, the business world has developed a noticeable tendency towards the accumulation of academic qualifications. Employees increasingly seek additional certifications and credentials to strengthen their résumés and broaden their skill sets. The result is a more competitive marketplace, sh...