In this exclusive vodcast, Xpatweb hosts the Department of Home Affairs and the Department of Higher Education and Training to unpack South Africa’s Critical Skills List. Hear directly from government leaders on aligning skills with workforce needs, public input, and the importance of employer participation. 
 
Key highlights include: 

00:00 Why the Critical Skills List Matters 

01:29 Government Collaboration on the Critical Skills List 

02:23 Labour Market Intelligence and Skills Alignment 

05:03 Business Struggles and the Role of International Recruitment 

07:12 How the Critical Skills List Is Researched and Built 

09:59 Stakeholder Consultations and Public Participation 

12:32 Identifying Emerging Occupations and Sector Needs 

20:06 Economic Impact of Critical Skills and Visa Reform 

24:18 Timeline and Expectations for the New List 

32:26 Closing Remarks and Call for Stakeholder Input 
 
Have your say in the 2025 Critical Skills Survey: https://bit.ly/44RvzE2
 
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