How Kenyan talent is powering South Africa’s economy

Makhapa Makhafola, the Chief Operations Officer of the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Photo credit: Peter Dube | Nation Media Group

Top Kenyan skilled workers have become part of South Africa’s economic backbone, with the East African country emerging as one of Pretoria’s sources of imported labour.

Officials in Pretoria say Kenya is among the “top 10” exporters of skilled workers in sectors including banking, hospitality and logistics, signalling a crucial role in key services that fuel Africa’s largest economy.