Publications
Fact Sheet
2024

Characteristics of the South African Labour Force – 2024

This Fact Sheet provides information about the size and shape of the South African labour force, with particular emphasis on education and training.

Abstract

This analysis of the labour force provides crucial insights into the development and monitoring of policy measures aimed at boosting skills development and job creation. Improved and inclusive access to post-school education and training opportunities, especially increased shares of those with degrees in the labour force, contributes positively towards the growth of the economy and its global competitiveness.

This Fact Sheet uses Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) data obtained from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) for the period 2022:Q3 to 2023:Q3.