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Job Creation

Job creation is the process by which new employment opportunities are generated within an economy, sector or region through business expansion, investment, entrepreneurship and economic development initiatives. It represents a central policy objective for governments worldwide, particularly in developing economies where unemployment and underemployment pose significant social and economic challenges. Job creation occurs through multiple channels, including the establishment of new enterprises, the expansion of existing businesses, infrastructure development, foreign direct investment and the growth of labour-intensive industries. In the African context, job creation is especially critical given the continent's youthful demographics, rapid urbanisation and persistent unemployment rates that often exceed 20% in many countries. Governments typically pursue job creation through industrial policy, skills development programmes, investment incentives, support for small and medium enterprises, and infrastructure spending. The quality of jobs created—measured by wage levels, working conditions, security and opportunities for advancement—is increasingly recognised as being as important as the quantity. Sectors such as manufacturing, mining, agriculture, construction and services each contribute differently to employment generation, with varying ratios of capital investment to jobs created. In South Africa, job creation has been a persistent challenge, with the official unemployment rate remaining among the highest globally, driving policy debates around labour market regulation, education reform and industrial strategy. Major industrial projects, such as those in the petrochemicals and energy sectors, are frequently evaluated not only on their economic returns but also on their employment impact and contribution to reducing joblessness. The transition to new economic models, including renewable energy and digital economies, raises questions about the net employment effects as traditional industries decline while new sectors emerge.

Job Creation News


State of the SMME 2026 report finds South African businesses are surviving, but struggling to scale
Updated 6 hours ago

The second State of the SMME in South Africa report found that almost one third (32.1%) of surveyed small businesses have been operating for more than two decades.  At the same time the report,... 


Eastern Cape, Northern Cape Sign MoU to Support Cross-Boundary Development
Eastern Cape, Northern Cape Sign MoU to Support Cross-Boundary Development
Updated 6 hours ago

In a landmark agreement, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been signed between the Eastern Cape Provincial Government and the Northern Cape Provincial Government, to establish a framework for... 


Lindie Fourie, Operations Manager at BCCEI.
Stronger enforcement and collaboration signal shift in South Africa’s Civil Engineering Sector
17th September 2026

Encouragingly, collaboration between public and private sector stakeholders in South Africa’s civil engineering industry is strengthening - underpinned by a firmer stance on accountability across... 


Mine trucks in Canada
New Canadian gov initiative enables 'most competitive mining tax jurisdiction in the world'
16th September 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Industry body Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has welcomed an announcement by the federal government on a "Productivity Mega Deduction" as a permanent measure allowing businesses to fully write... 


Green Hydrogen Deal Book
South Africa’s green hydrogen advances being afforded twin momentum
16th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

In addition to providing innovative support for green hydrogen first movers, South Africa has now also tracked advances in this country's green hydrogen space in a publication that reflects... 


Hive Hydrogen chairperson Thulani Gcabashe (right) with Técnicas Reunidas VP business development Sub-Saharan Africa Tomi Osho.
South Africa’s $5.8bn green hydrogen ammonia project takes big leap forward
15th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Hive Hydrogen South Africa on Tuesday, September 15, awarded the front-end engineering design (FEED) contract for South Africa’s pioneering $5.8-billion green hydrogen ammonia project to Spanish... 


Southern African VC shows growing maturity and attractive exit pipeline
14th September 2026

Southern Africa's venture capital (VC) industry continues to demonstrate resilience, adaptability and growing maturity, with investors deploying R2.48 billion across more than 200 funding rounds in... 


Three years of giving Junior Mining a voice
11th September 2026

By President of Junior Mining Council Fred Arendse On 12 September 2023, a significant new chapter was written in South Africa’s mining industry at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). 


Nel's MC Series PEM
Norwegian hydrogen company Nel to widen delivery capabilities in Europe
11th September 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Norwegian hydrogen company Nel has entered into a framework agreement with fluid transfer specialist Hydrasun to establish dedicated assembly and integration capabilities for the MC Series, Nel’s... 


Cape Town’s Manufacturing Sector Is Coming Together – Will You Be There?
Cape Town’s Manufacturing Sector Is Coming Together – Will You Be There?
11th September 2026

Cape Town’s manufacturing community will come together on 11 November 2026 for the Cape Town Manufacturing Summit, a flagship gathering focused on strengthening the competitiveness, resilience and... 


The Iduapriem mine in Ghana
Ghana is drafting wage, tender floors for mining contractors, official says
11th September 2026 By: Reuters

DAKAR – Ghana's mining regulator is developing minimum wage and tender benchmarks for contract mining firms, seeking to curb aggressive underbidding as the country pushes miners to outsource more... 


Drill core from the Tulu Kapi project
Tulu Kapi gold project, Ethiopia – update
11th September 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

An updated standalone preliminary economic assessment has supported detailed planning for the Tulu Kapi underground mine.  


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Mastering energy can help South Africa to master economic destiny
11th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The Canadian Prime Minister is right about electricity being one of the biggest opportunities of our generation. South Africa must build on its distinctive natural energy strengths while seizing... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa addressing the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa conference virtually
New ‘Construction Book’ features 110 projects for procurement in next 12 to 18 months
11th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The third edition of South Africa’s ‘Construction Book’, which lists 110 infrastructure projects that are expected to enter procurement over the coming 12 to 18 months, has been released by... 


Paul Dunne, Mzila Mthenjane, Shamini Harrington, Richard Stewart.
Minerals Council hails launch of partnership to unlock growth, jobs and confidence
11th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Minerals Council South Africa has responded exceedingly positively to the launch by President Cyril Ramaphosa of the third phase of South Africa’s Government-Business Partnership for Growth and... 


Aerial view of Qala Shallows
Witwatersrand Basin Project – Qala Shallows, South Africa – update
11th September 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

West Wits Mining has, following consultation with the stock exchange, decided not to release the scoping study results on its Project 200, which forms part of the company's broader Witwatersrand... 


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Hands on
11th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Admissions by Bill Gates about various personal indiscretions – notably his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein – have raised questions about his personal judgement and continue... 


Gqeberha military hospital opening marks 10 years of GVK-Siya Zama healthcare builds
10th September 2026

The recent opening of the R625 million Gqeberha Military Base Hospital has marked another milestone in GVK-Siya Zama's decade-long contribution to healthcare infrastructure across South Africa.... 


Teba
TEBA Candidate and Community-Centred Recruitment Model
10th September 2026

Whether mines are replacing critical skills or ramping up for new operations and projects, they are constantly required to balance operational urgency with community expectations and statutory... 


Tourism Month 2026: The continent is becoming South Africa's most important guest
9th September 2026

Just under a million international tourists arrived in South Africa in July. The precise figure, 991 696, sits 12% above the same month last year and lifts the 2026 running total to 6 576 169,... 


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