... access unlocks the greatest opportunity. AWS is committed to partnering with South African policymakers and businesses to make this vision a reality. With the right combination of infrastructure investment, skills development, and regulatory clarity, South Africa can create opportunities for all its citizens in an AI-driven economy. South Africa's digital future is being built today. James Hickman is country manager ...

... growing, while some traditional careers may become obsolete. Education must align with where the global economy is heading. But we also need to challenge the stigma attached to artisanal and technical careers, as these skills are essential. Europe, for example, faces a shortage of artisans and will need to import them. South Africa risks the same outcome if we continue ...

... Pnet, South Africa's leading online recruitment platform, has released the Pnet Job Market Trends Report for March, including an analysis of how artificial intelligence (AI) skills are evolving in South Africa. Based on data sourced from the company's online recruitment platforms, the report shows that AI exposure among South African professionals has shifted from niche to mainstream. Issued by Pnet ...

... deficit in South Africa's labor market. The organization stated that more than 60% of future jobs will require digital proficiency. However, many individuals, particularly in underserved communities, still lack access to these skills. South Africa's macroeconomic context underscores the urgency of such initiatives. Statistics South Africa reported an overall unemployment rate of 31.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025. The ...

... Staff Reporter Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela said on Friday South Africa still lacked a coherent national system to identify the skills its economy needs, warning that fragmented planning was weakening efforts to tackle unemployment and youth exclusion. Speaking at the inauguration of the PSETA-University of Johannesburg Public Sector Skills Planning Research Observatory, Manamela said South Africa's skills planning system ...

... that despite concerns about automation, AI could also expand opportunities for creative professionals working in global markets. "The shift toward distributed teams means agencies increasingly draw talent from across the world, including emerging creative hubs such as South Africa." However, he says maintaining that global relevance will depend on continuous skills development. "The creative industries have always evolved with technology. ...

... roles as opportunities to build credibility At the same time, he says graduates should avoid: Waiting until they feel completely ready before applying for opportunities Underestimating the importance of soft skills Assuming that a qualification alone is enough to stand out "While the challenge of graduate unemployment in South Africa is complex, when education is paired with real-world experience, graduates ...

... including micro-credentials and certifications, and expansion of globally traded digital jobs, with South Africa positioned as a remote work hub if skills pipelines improve. "These trends mirror global patterns identified by employers and skills councils but are intensified by South Africa's existing education-to-industry gap," he says. Practical skills most valuable for employability right now Ramokgadi says the strongest employability gains ...

... By Thapelo Molefe Too many learners are exiting South Africa's education system without the foundational skills or clear routes into further education, employment, or entrepreneurship, Inside Education Foundation chairperson Matuma Letsoalo said as the National Education Summit 2026 got under way in Sandton on Monday. Letsoalo said the focus must now shift beyond access to improving the quality and outcomes ...

... developmental state, without which no reform can be sustained. While the new national skills framework accounts for the changing landscape, the Minister emphasised that a strategy does not train anyone. "This is the most comprehensive and forward-looking national skills framework that South Africa has produced," the Minister said. However, he acknowledged that South Africa has a governance problem, not a ...

... Zakes Bantwini. Image supplied The foundation is focused on supporting women, youth and aspiring creatives across South Africa through mentorship, skills development, industry guidance and access to career opportunities. "South Africa is filled with extraordinary talent," said Bantwini. "The foundation was created to help bridge the gap between passion and opportunity by equipping young people with the tools, knowledge and ...

... art, education, sports, music and cultural development. Built on the belief that talent should be nurtured and transformed into sustainable careers, the foundation aims to uplift women, youth and aspiring creatives across South Africa by providing mentorship, skills development, industry guidance and access to opportunities. "South Africa is filled with extraordinary talent. The foundation was created to help bridge the ...

... as unions, as labour law practitioners, as policymakers - is to ensure that the future of work is a future that works for workers. South Africa must invest massively in skills development and training - not just for the jobs of today, but for the jobs of tomorrow. Green energy, digital infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, care work - these are the ...

... visually appealing posts. Photography and videography skills to capture rehearsals, backstage moments, and performances. Storytelling ability to craft engaging narratives around productions, cast, and crew. Requirements: Be between the ages of 18 -35 years Be a South Africa citizen. Be a student who need Experiential Training. Have studied at a recognized institution of higher learning in South Africa. Successful candidates ...

... Study identifies policy uncertainty, weak market signals and skills shortages as the biggest barriers to local battery manufacturing in South Africa. Experts say South Africa should begin with battery assembly before scaling into system integration and eventually cell manufacturing. Stronger government incentives, regional mineral partnerships and electric vehicle demand are seen as critical to building a competitive battery industry. As ...

... Staff Reporter Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela said on Friday South Africa still lacked a coherent national system to identify the skills its economy needs, warning that fragmented planning was weakening efforts to tackle unemployment and youth exclusion. Speaking at the inauguration of the PSETA-University of Johannesburg Public Sector Skills Planning Research Observatory, Manamela said South Africa's skills planning system ...

... creation requires South Africa to address longstanding regulatory barriers, including improving education and training outcomes. While the country's morose economy plays a role in the high unemployment rate, South Africa is also seeing a widening mismatch between graduate skills and those required by the labour market. Coronation's economics unit previously explained that South Africa's failure to develop human capital has ...

... Level 5, and Level 6 because the qualification delivers exactly what the market needs: skilled, ethical, and globally recognised procurement professionals. Procurement Skills Are Now Critical for South Africa's Economic Growth South Africa's supply chain sector is expanding across industries such as: Manufacturing Retail Energy Mining Public sector procurement Logistics and transportation ICT and digital procurement With this growth comes ...

... skills. This includes: CSG Resourcing - Chief Executive Officer BDM Staffing - Chief Executive Officer Capital Africa - Operations Executive Capital South Africa - General Manager Pioneer Foods - Bakery Manager Du Preez holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of South Africa. The interview In this Business Talk interview, du Preez provides a brief overview of what BPO ...

... in the economy - not just through skills development, but through ownership and the ability to generate income over time." Afrika Tikkun plans to introduce another cohort of 20 participants in 2027, with ambitions to expand the model into more communities across South Africa. At a time when South Africa's youth unemployment crisis continues to deepen, the Green Acres Hydro-Coop ...