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For many years before the pandemic, the emigration numbers in SA were soaring. Now, many families are opting for semigration plans instead.
Australia and New Zealand closed their borders for new entrants, leaving many families in the lurch. They had sold homes, quit jobs, and sold most of their belongings just before the pandemic hit. Now they are getting tired of waiting for it all to open again.
In the meantime, many people have found alternatives to leaving the African shores and are moving for lifestyle reasons.
Moving within the SA borders
The semigration to Cape Town is on the rise, helping the Cape Town economy bounce back from the tourism slump. The property market, for one, is seeing a boost, as families from all over SA are migrating to the stable political climate of the Cape.
The unrest in Gauteng and KZN in 2021 also fueled much of the move out of the other two metro’s.
According to Business Insider’s article on this subject, more business opportunities present themselves with staff being very productive in working remotely. So the need to have offices in JHB, with expensive running costs, is a thing of the past.
The ideal outdoor lifestyle is synonymous with the Cape. The mountains, wine farms, and ocean all provide ample opportunities for people to be active outdoors and take advantage of the beautiful country. Being safe is also at the top of everyone’s minds. Couples and singles raising kids are also making these decisions based on the lifestyle their youngsters get to experience.
Remote work is the future
The remote, freelance, and online models are working. They are now cheaper and more effective in managing staff and output. As a business, it is crucial to maintain the level of skill in the industry and not have a closed opinion on what can be done in a corporate environment.
The options need to be tabled to ensure the brain drain does not leave the successful businesses, as the management is unwilling to move with the times.
Bizcash is a South African company that wants to grow SMEs in SA to ensure a sustainable future for all. We work successfully with remote models with our own staff and have great experience to share with our clients.
Speak to our team to find out more about how we can support your business with alternative funding options. Get in touch with us on 0861 93 93 93 or email us on info@bizcashscf.co.za or contact us here.
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