Skills Gap Shortage: These are the skills needed for jobs of the future in South Africa

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Skills Gap Shortage: These are the skills needed for jobs of the future in South Africa
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Is TypeWhizz Real Or Another Online Scam? Let’s InvestigateAccording to the recently released Global Skills Report of 2024 by Coursera, there is “a pressing need to develop a skilled domestic workforce” in South Africa. In the report, South Africa ranked 100 out of the 109 countries that were assessed in terms of skills availability; meaning that we lack most skills required for jobs of the future.

To effectively address the skills gap and improve employability among South African youth, a comprehensive approach involving various stakeholders and strategies is essential.“Universities and other higher education institutions are critical partners in addressing the national need for skills development,” she says.

“STADIO’s broad suite of programmes are designed to address those skills needed for jobs of the future. These include Education, Business skills, IT skills and Engineering, and are offered through flexible distance and online learning options to provide inclusive access to education. STADIO has partnerships and agreements with professional bodies and employer groups to ensure that its programmes are endorsed by the relevant bodies and produce graduates who are equipped for the world of work. These include The Ethics Institute, The Disaster Management Institute of SA and the SA Board for People Practices, Project Management SA and the South African Marketing Association.Promoting online education is another critical component.

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