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South Africa is at a turning point in addressing the growing gap between education and employment, especially for its youth. With public tertiary institutions under increasing pressure to meet rising demand, and with youth unemployment at 46.1%, there is an urgent need to strengthen the entire higher education ecosystem.
To tackle these issues head on, Eduvos, in partnership with Moneyweb, hosted a thought-provoking live webinar on Thursday, 12 June – looking at practical solutions to expand capacity, improve graduate outcomes, and build future-ready skills across the sector.
This high-impact discussion brought together a panel of experts, including Dr Riaan Steenberg (executive director, Eduvos), Babalwa Donkrag (managing director, KLA), and Chris Hattingh (executive director, Centre for Risk Analysis). They provided insights into how South Africans perceive different types of institutions, examined the structural and capacity challenges in the public sector, and explored the role of private providers in complementing national efforts to meet skills development goals.
Backed by data from KLA and the CRA, the webinar highlighted opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and policy alignment to equip more young South Africans for the world of work.
This conversation comes at a pivotal time for South Africa. The future of the country’s economy and youth depends on a more inclusive and responsive higher education landscape.
Don’t miss the chance to watch the replay of this vital conversation – moderated by SAfm Market Update’s Jimmy Moyaha, where insights, evidence, and expertise come together to help shape a more resilient and impactful education system.
More on the guests:
Dr Riaan Steenberg
Executive director, Eduvos
Dr Riaan Steenberg is the director of operations at the NetEd Group, which includes Eduvos, Stellenbosch Business Institute, and Da Vinci Business School. With over 20 years of experience in higher education management, he is committed to expanding access to quality, affordable private education across Africa.
Babalwa Donkrag
Managing director, KLA
Babalwa Donkrag is the managing director of KLA, a leading consumer insights consultancy. With over 15 years of experience in the data, research, and technology sectors, she brings deep expertise in operational strategy, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making.
Chris Hattingh
Executive director, Centre for Risk Analysis
Chris Hattingh is the executive director of the Centre for Risk Analysis (CRA), where he leads economic and policy risk assessments for local and international stakeholders. He specialises in trade, investment, and regulatory analysis, and is a regular commentator on political economy and education policy trends in South Africa.
The PDF’s from this webinar can be found below:
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