Skills shortages are holding back businesses in South Africa - survey finds the weak spots
A survey of 426 businesses in South Africa's Western Cape reveals that critical shortages in digital, soft, and environmental sustainability skills are hindering growth. The findings suggest that both educational institutions and private firms need to increase investment in staff training to bridge the current skills gap.
Why it matters
Identifying specific skill gaps is a prerequisite for improving business productivity and competitiveness in a changing global economy.
Towfiqu Barbhuiya, Pexels , CC BY Skills shortages are holding back businesses in South Africa – survey finds the weak spots Published: July 13, 2026 9:43am EDT https://theconversation.com/skills-shortages-are-holding-back-businesses-in-south-africa-survey-finds-the-weak-spots-286978 https://theconversation.com/skills-shortages-are-holding-back-businesses-in-south-africa-survey-finds-the-weak-spots-286978 Link copied Share article Share article
The article reports on survey findings and expert analysis regarding labor market challenges.
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