The culture, tourism, hospitality, and sport industries are uniquely positioned to drive youth employment and empower communities.
Author: CI Times
Building the Future of Education: The Role of the ETDP SETA in South Africa’s Labour Market
Education is the cornerstone of South Africa’s development, and the Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority (ETDP SETA)
Feeding Jobs and Skills into South Africa’s Future
The Food and Beverages Manufacturing Sector Education and Training Authority (FOODBEV SETA) manages a dynamic industry central to South Africa’s economy and daily life
Insurance and the Future of Work in Financial Services
The Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA) ensures that skills development keeps pace with the rapid changes transforming this industry, from digital platforms to microinsurance tailored for low-income communities.
Planting the Seeds of Employment: The Future of South Africa’s Agricultural Sector
Agriculture remains a cornerstone of South Africa’s economy, employing millions directly and indirectly across farming, food processing, logistics, and exports.
Skills Driving South Africa’s Food Security
According to Statistics South Africa, agriculture contributes about 2.5% to GDP but supports nearly 850,000 jobs, particularly in rural provinces. The challenge is how to modernise without leaving farm workers behind.
Skills Feeding South Africa’s Processing Industry
The food and beverages manufacturing sector is a major employer, linking agriculture with consumer markets. It provides over 200,000 jobs but is under pressure from rising costs and global competition.
Qualifications Keeping South Africa’s Minerals Sector Alive
Skills in demand include mining engineering, geology, metallurgy, and safety management. New qualifications in environmental management and green mining are also critical as sustainability takes centre stage.
What South Africans Need to Compete on the World Stage
The global economy is changing rapidly. Automation, green transitions, and digitalisation are rewriting the rules of work. For South Africans, this means both risks and opportunities.
Skills Shaping Banking, Insurance and Fintech Jobs
The financial and services sector contributes over 20% of South Africa’s GDP. Yet technology is reshaping it dramatically. Banks are digitising, insurers are automating, and fintech is creating new business models.







