How will South Africa benefit from the current influx of highly skilled returning South Africans?
The skills and international experience gained by the working travellers will add value to the South African workforce and productivity of our nation through employment, economic activities and wealth creation. However, these skills are more likely to flow into entrepreneurial business ventures rather than the corporate environment and are likely to engage with international trade, which is positive for South Africa. Are there jobs available for returning South Africans? There may not be jobs for these returning South Africans, but there are many opportunities if they are willing to embrace the need for entrepreneurship and economic diversity. What are the long-term benefits for the South African economy? The hope is that the return of skilled South Africans to our shores will augment our productivity efficiency which then elevates the lifestyles of many South Africans. Essentially there are two key uncertainties that will impact the rate of influx into South Africa: the relative econo
