We hear the term “skills mismatch” a lot. But what does it actually mean? And why does it matter so much for South Africa’s workforce? At its core, a skills mismatch happens when the skills people have don’t align with the skills the economy needs. That doesn’t just mean “people don’t know enough”—it’s more complex. Here’s…

In South Africa, nearly 40% of learners who start Grade 1 don’t make it to matric. But leaving school early isn’t the end of the story—it’s a fork in the road, a challenge, and, with the right support, an opportunity waiting to be unlocked. The Ripple Effect Turning the Tide Solutions exist to keep youth…