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Germany & South Africa: The Role of Immigration in Economic Growth

September 30, 2026 • XPATWEB

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What does global mobility mean for investment, skills development, and South Africa’s ability to compete internationally?

Aadil Wadee (Senior Immigration Consultant) and Manfred Barnard (Senior Immigration Consultant) continue the Global Mobility Conference debrief, reflecting on insights shared by Enrico Brandt, Deputy Ambassador of Germany to South Africa.

The discussion considers how the movement of specialised expertise can influence investment decisions while creating opportunities for knowledge transfer and local skills development.

Visit our website for more insights from the Global Mobility Conference 2026: https://bit.ly/4rJBZ1F

What You Will Learn:

00:00 – Introduction

00:25 - Germany's Presence in South Africa

00:51 – Skills Transfer with Germans and South Africans

01:42 – Investment Opportunity and The Impact of Immigration System in South Africa

03:00 – Why International Mobility Needs to Be Managed Responsibly?

03:51 – International Expertise Vs Local Skills Development

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