When businesses cannot find the skills they need, the impact can extend far beyond recruitment. The #CriticalSkillsSurvey looks beyond the rankings to explore the challenges employers face when sourcing critical skills. Stay with us as we unpack the findings beyond the Top 10.

Employing foreign nationals requires more consideration than the immigration process alone. This webinar will bring together South Africa’s #CriticalSkills and the tax considerations associated with employing international talent. Register to join: bit.ly/4i7wx5u

Join Marisa Jacobs and Keri Culver for the upcoming webinar, “South Africa’s Critical Skills Shortages: What the 2026 Findings Mean for Your Business”, taking place on 3 November 2026, from 10:00. Register today to hear from the experts: bit.ly/3W2nCty #Xpatweb

Degree? Check. Experience? Check. Qualification recognition? Now we are talking. For South Africa to compete for global talent, trusted qualification recognition matters on both sides of the border. Speak to #Xpatweb about the immigration requirements: bit.ly/4aPnxLl

Could Japanese investment create lasting opportunities for South Africans? Keri Culver explores the importance of technical skills transfer, local development, and Japan’s philosophy of continuous improvement, known as Kaizen. Watch the video: bit.ly/3UwOW2J #Xpatweb

South Africa’s #CriticalSkillsShortages continue to present challenges for employers. Join Xpatweb for the upcoming webinar, “South Africa’s Critical Skills Shortages: What the 2026 Findings Mean for Your Business” on 3 November at 10:00. Register now: bit.ly/3W2nCty

Speaking at the #Xpatweb Global Mobility Conference, His Excellency Shimizu Fumio, Ambassador of Japan to South Africa, shared his perspective on Japan’s labour needs and its relationship with South Africa. Watch the discussion to hear more: bit.ly/3UwOW2J

The role giving you the biggest recruitment headache could be part of a much wider problem. The #CriticalSkillsSurvey helps uncover where these recruitment pressures are most significant and which skills are becoming increasingly difficult to source. Follow our socials for more.

#Xpatweb supports French businesses, executives, and professionals with specialised South African immigration services, providing the local knowledge behind international mobility. Your immigration expertise should be local: bit.ly/3TStJzU

What could South Africa’s changing immigration and labour migration landscape mean for employers? Marisa Jacobs and Bronwin Richards will discuss the growing intersection between #immigration and the employment of foreign nationals. Register today: bit.ly/4i7wx5u

Through the #XpatwebAfricaDesk businesses can coordinate these requirements as part of the wider expatriation process, with support from application through to the professional's move into the country. Start the process with the right support in place: bit.ly/4yW3R5d

At the #Xpatweb 6th Annual Global Mobility Conference, Minister of Home Affairs Dr Leon Schreiber had a key message: “Every day, of every week, of every month, we are working to implement, implement, and implement.” Catch up on the conversations: bit.ly/3S8QVsJ

The final day of #AfricanEnergyWeek is underway. Keri Culver continues her attendance as the agenda examines opportunities for regional cooperation, infrastructure development, and the role of public and private investment in supporting energy growth. Follow Xpatweb for more.

Our Senior Immigration Consultant, Keri Culver, attended the #ASBNPrivateEnergyIndustry Gathering in #CapeTown, an exclusive networking event, bringing together international delegates and local stakeholders to strengthen cross-border collaboration and unlock opportunities.

Keri Culver is attending Day 3 of the #AfricanEnergyWeek2026 in Cape Town, where the programme includes discussions on local content development, technical capacity and the partnerships required to support long-term industry growth. Follow us for more insights and updates.

Xpatweb’s Senior Immigration Consultants, Keri Culver and Manfred Barnard, attended The Future Table, hosted by Forvis Mazars during Africa Energy Week. The event brought energy leaders together to exchange insights on Africa’s energy future. #AfricaEnergyWeek #Xpatweb

Day 2 of #AfricanEnergyWeek2026 marks the official opening of the conference, with a programme focused on energy investment, infrastructure development, and Africa's growing role in global energy markets. Stay connected with us for further updates from African Energy Week.

#HomeAffairs has waived one of the biggest hurdles in South Africa's visa application process. In this video Keri Culver explains Immigration Directive 13 of 2026 and what this significant development means for foreign nationals. Watch the video: bit.ly/4s0Lr0Q

#AfricanEnergyWeek begins today in #CapeTown bringing together government representatives, investors, and industry leaders to explore opportunities across Africa's energy sector. Keri Culver is attending the event and is pictured alongside Edmilson Praia. Follow us for updates.

Gain practical insight into the developments shaping how businesses employ foreign nationals in #SouthAfrica Join Marisa Jacobs and Bronwin Richards for the upcoming webinar, taking place on 27 October 2026, from 10:00 to 11:30. Register today: bit.ly/4i7wx5u