A deep dive into the psychological profile and background behind Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s multi-million-rand tender scandal, exploring how early life adversity can morph into high-level white-collar and state capture corruption.Read the full article on iol.co.za.

A recent article in The Conversation Africa by Professor Kobus Maree, Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Pretoria, explores the difficult reality facing many young South Africans who are trying to find their way in a challenging employment...

The planning team in Vanzylsrus (Northern Cape) has announced a community celebration to mark the completion of the Vulture Geoglyph, one of the largest geoglyphs in South Africa. The event, scheduled for 9 May 2026, will include a marathon and cycling event, musical...

Source: Daily Maverick – Published 23 January 2026 As the world of work becomes ever more unpre­dict­able, career coun­selling helps people nav­ig­ate change and build resi­li­ence by look­ing inward. In this world, career coun­selling focuses on nav­ig­at­ing...

Source: BizNews (Health) – Published 20 January 2026 In a rapidly evolving job market, careers no longer follow linear paths — they demand adaptability, self-awareness, and purpose-driven action. This recent BizNews piece highlights how individuals can successfully...

"The world of work today, in the 21st century, is far more unpredictable than it was in the 20th century. Jobs come and go, roles change constantly, and automation and digital disruption are the only constants. Many young people will one day do jobs that don’t yet...

Professor Kobus Maree says emotional balance and routine are as vital as studying. As matric final exams get underway this week, educational psychologist Professor Kobus Maree is urging pupils to focus not only on academics but emotional resilience and self-care as...

Professor Kobus Maree says emotional balance and routine are as vital as studying. As matric final exams get underway this week, educational psychologist Professor Kobus Maree is urging pupils to focus not only on academics but emotional resilience and self-care as...

“Motherhood is often romanticised in society as an ingrained maternal instinct that guides women naturally into nurturing roles. However, as Professor Kobus Maree from the University of Pretoria’s Department of Educational Psychology explains, the reality is far more...

“Prof Kobus Maree of the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Faculty of Education has achieved a major milestone with his article on Erik Erikson’s psycho-social development theory. Now the most downloaded in the 53-year history of the Taylor & Francis scholarly...