Kaya 959 Careers Corner

Remote Global Work as SA’s New Career Lifeline

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With South Africa’s unemployment rate above 32%, a surprising lifeline is emerging from abroad — especially from the UK. Rising hiring costs and skills shortages in Britain have triggered a surge in remote recruitment from South Africa. Sasha Knott, CEO of Job Crystal, explains why UK SMEs are turning to SA talent, which skills are most in demand, how remote roles bring foreign income into local households, and whether this trend is a long‑term solution or a temporary pressure valve.
27 Jul English South Africa Education

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