Workplace & HR Compliance: A South African Labour Court ordered former V&A Waterfront CIO Sibongiseni Thotsejane to repay over R2.8 million after ruling she fraudulently misrepresented her employment history to get the job. Labor Policy: Cuba’s new Labor Code replaces “available worker” language with a more formal framework for terminations tied to economic, technological and structural reasons, adding income-protection mechanisms and stronger Labor Inspectorate powers. Job Market & Skills: Reports highlight how AI certifications are reshaping data careers, while employers and workers grapple with shifting hiring expectations and the growing use of AI in recruitment. Employee Rights & Access: New York enacted a law mandating employee access to personnel files, tightening employer obligations and deadlines around workplace records. Career Pathways: Nigeria’s federal government says it needs about $237bn (2026–2030) for climate mitigation and adaptation, framing the transition as a route to new industries and jobs. Youth Employment Pressure: Coverage from Nigeria and Nepal points to a shortage of decent, skills-matching opportunities—fueling long job searches, underemployment, and vulnerability. Hiring Integrity & Scams: Multiple alerts warn about fake job vacancy ads and recruitment-fee scams targeting job seekers.