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empowerment. Employees also have fun at work. When employees face
challenges such as accidents, illnesses, personal tragedies and natural
disasters, kindness and understanding prevails and employees are treated
with understanding, compassion and respect.

Also research the various industries and consider their size and contribution to the
economy in terms of gross domestic product (GDP). This will give you insights into
growing or declining industries and job opportunities within the industry.
According to a recent article in Brand SA, South Africa has a diverse economy, with
key sectors roughly contributing to GDP* as follows:

Agriculture 2.,%
Mining 10%
Manufacturing 13,3%
Electricity and water 2,6%
Construction 3,9%
Wholesale, retail and motor trade, catering and accommodation 14,6%
Transport, storage and communication 9%
Finance, real estate and business services 20,7%
Government services 17,6%
Personal services 5,9%

* Percentages based on third-quarter 2015 GDP data from Statistics SA.
It may also be useful to research the various industries and specific companies
within South Africa, depending on your preference in terms of work environment.
Useful websites include the Department of Trade and Industry (www.thedti.gov.za)
and specific consultancies such as:

• McKinsey;
• Bain and Company;
• EY;
• Deloitte; and

• PWC among many, which conduct ongoing industry research.
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