Labour conference sets focus on technology impact

Hlabano says technological advancements have inevitably reshaped the labour market, leading to both opportunities and challenges PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
Hlabano says technological advancements have inevitably reshaped the labour market, leading to both opportunities and challenges PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

The Institute for Labour and Employment Studies (ILES) is to seek the profound impact of technology in the world of work in this year's edition of the Annual Labour Conference.

The ILES this week launched its third Annual Labour Conference scheduled for June 20-21, 2024 themed: "A Job-rich economy: Leveraging technologies for sustainable decent work." Speaking at the launch, ILES' chief executive officer, Shandukani Hlabano, said the gathering is to present an opportunity for key players to show ideas and experiences of what obtains in the labour market.

Hlabano also said the conference would challenge parties on what needs to be done to improve the local job market and to evaluate what has been done. He further said it is vital to highlight technology as today's job-rich economy encompasses different technology methods hence the need for a dialogue.

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