Social work and psychology
Social workers and psychologists support families, schools, clinics and communities.
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Renewable energy and energy technicians
As the country invests in solar, wind and battery storage, installers, technicians and engineers will be in demand.
Read more →Agriculture, veterinary and environmental sciences
Food security, farming technology and conservation create jobs from farm to lab to policy.
Read more →Accounting, auditing and actuarial science
Finance professionals are needed in business, government and non-profits, and the qualifications open doors internationally.
Read more →Teaching (especially Mathematics, Science and African languages)
Good teachers in priority subjects are needed in schools across the country.
Read more →Trades and artisans (electrician, plumber, welder, millwright)
Skilled artisans are in short supply and well paid, and can start their own businesses.
Read more →Information technology (software, data, cybersecurity)
Software developers, data analysts, cybersecurity specialists and cloud engineers are needed in every industry. Many people also build skills through online learning and projects.
Read more →Health professions (medicine, nursing, pharmacy, allied health)
The health system needs doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, radiographers and many other professionals. Entry to many programmes is competitive, so research the requirements early.
Read more →Engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical, chemical)
Engineers design and maintain the infrastructure, energy systems and machines the country depends on. Related technician and technologist roles are also needed.
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