Tag: SkillsRetention
Plugging the brain drain – retention through strategy
More than one million South Africans now live abroad. In addition, 43% say they do not plan to return permanently, according to the South African Diaspora Report for 2026. For decades, skilled professionals have left to pursue greater opportunity and long-term career progression. As a result, the country’s skills base has shrunk, and economic competitiveness has weakened.
