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2 years

You can complete the #SACensus2022 questionnaire in the comfort of your own home! Register your household for remote (online or telephonically) data collection until 5 Feb 2022 (data-free) on More info here: #StatsSA #GetCounted

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Help SA know more about what your community needs. Register your household here: by 30 Jan 2022 for #SACensus2022 . Non-registered households will be visited for face-to-face enumeration. More info here: #StatsSA #GetCounted

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2 years

#StatsSA kicked off #SACensus2022 mop-up phase. During the mop-up phase, fieldworkers will visit all incomplete enumeration areas to count all households that were not counted during the first phase of data collection. Read more here: #GetCounted

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8 months

South Africa exhibits a unique distribution of languages. 24,4% of households speak isiZulu, which remained the most spoken language between 1996 and 2022. This is followed by isiXhosa (16,3%) and Afrikaans (10,6%). Read more here:

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#SACensus2022 data collection in WC has been extended to 14 May. Households can complete the questionnaire online here (datafree). The 10-yearly census is the only source of data on the profile of communities. More here:

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7 months

The Webb Ellis is on SA Kant! ANOTHER ONE 🏆🏆🏆🏆! @Springboks #RWC23Final #RWC2023 #StrongerTogether

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6 years

The South African #economy slipped into a #Recession as economic activity declined by 0,7% in Q2:2018 q/q after a 2,6% decline in Q1:2018 #StatsSA #GDP

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5 years

Comparing seasons ❄ a quick look at how prices of winter essentials changed since season 1 #winterishere #GOT #winteriscoming #GameofThrones

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4 years

[Thread] South Africa’s economy slipped into its 3rd #recession since 1994 in Q4:2019, shrinking by 1,4%. This followed a contraction of 0,8% in Q3. #StatsSA #GDP #economy

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7 years

Congratulations to Risenga Maluleke on his appointment as the new Statistician-General of South Africa! #StatsSA

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5 years

South Africa’s #unemployment rate increased to 29,0% in Q2:2019, up by 1,4 percentage points from Q1:2019. This is the highest level recorded since the introduction of the QLFS in 2008. The highest level was 29,3% in March 2003 #StatsSA

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In South Africa, households with access to #electricity for lighting increased from 58,1% in 1996 to 94,7% in 2022. Read more here: #StatsSA #SACensus2022 #Census2022

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4 years

[Thread] The South African economy shed 2,2 million jobs in Q2:2020. #StatsSA #unemployment #employment

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3 years

[Thread] South Africa’s #unemployment rate increased by 1,8 percentage points to 34,4% in Q2:2021 compared to Q1:2021. #StatsSA

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8 months

After a two-year hiatus, Stats SA has released an experimental set of provincial gross domestic product (GDP) data. Read more here: #StatsSA #GDP

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5 years

The South African #economy declined by 3,2% in Q1:2019 compared with Q4:2018 mainly driven by declines in #manufacturing & #mining . This is the largest quarterly drop in about 10 years #StatsSA #GDP

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🧵 SA’s official #unemployment rate stands at 32,9%. The rate increased by 0,8 of a percentage point between Q4:2023 and Q1:2024. Read more here: #StatsSA

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5 years

South Africa’s #unemployment rate increased by 0,1 of a percentage point to 29,1% in Q3 of 2019. This is the highest unemployment rate since Q1 of 2008. Read more here: #StatsSA

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6 years

South Africa’s #unemployment rate was 27,2% in Q2:2018, up from 26,7% in Q1:2018 6,1m people of working age in SA were #unemployed #StatsSA

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4 years

[Thread] Steep slump in #GDP as #COVID19 takes its toll on the #economy . South Africa’s economy contracted by 51% in Q2:2020. #StatsSA

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2 years

Help build a better SA! Register now to #GetCounted in the #SACensus2022 . #StatsSA will undertake Census 2022 from 3 February. This will be the 4th population count since 1994. Register your household here: More info here:

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8 months

South Africa’s #population on 2 February 2022 was 62,0 million. The percentage change from 2011 to 2022 was 19,8%. #StatsSA #Census2022

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6 years

South Africa has a #population of 57,73 million people. 17 million of the total population is aged 0-14 years #StatsSA

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2 years

#StatsSA will conduct the Post Enumeration Survey (PES) 2022 from 8 June to 26 July 2022. The #PES2022 is an independent survey that measures the accuracy and reach of the Census 2022 population count. Read more here:

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6 years

Happy #InternationalLiteracyDay ! In South Africa, the functional literacy rate in 2017 was 95,3%. Females had a higher literacy rate than that of their male counterparts. #StatsSA

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1 year

#Vacancies available at #StatsSA ! To apply, click here: Closing date: 21 April 2023 #jobseekers #jobseekerssa #jobopportunity

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3 years

REGISTRATION ON THE STATS SA HR DATABASE NOW OPEN! The database will be used to find candidates for contract-based opportunities. Click here to register: Registration closes 30 January 2021 #StatsSA #KeaJobSeeker #JobSeekersSA

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8 months

The #economy of Gauteng recorded the highest growth rate in 2022. Read more on the new set of provincial #GDP data here: #StatsSA

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7 months

"We love our Kantry" 🇿🇦 Die Bokke bringing the 🏆🏆🏆🏆 back home; where it belongs! @Springboks #Springboks #RWCFinal     #RWC2023

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3 years

[Thread] The population of South Africa was estimated to be 60,14 million at mid-year 2021, an increase of about 604 281 (1,01%) since mid-year 2020. Read more here: #StatsSA #SApopulation

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Gauteng remains the largest province in South Africa, with 15,1 million people. The province has grown by 2,8 million from 2011 to 2022. Read more here: #StatsSA #SACensus2022 #Census2022 #population

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4 years

Black African women are the most vulnerable with an #unemployment rate of over 30%. Read more here: #StatsSA

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3 years

[Thread] South Africa’s #unemployment rate increased by 1,7 percentage points to 32,5% in Q4:2020 compared to Q3:2020. Read more here: #StatsSA #employment

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2 years

[THREAD] South Africa’s #unemployment rate increased by 0,4 of a percentage point to 35,3% in Q4:2021 compared to Q3:2021. #StatsSA

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2 years

Still not counted in #SACensus2022 ? Don’t wait any longer. Simply go to , fill in your name, surname and cellphone number and complete the census questionnaire online. It’s quick & easy. Help build a better SA. More info here:

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4 years

[Thread] South Africa’s unemployment rate increase by 1,0 percentage point to 30,1% in Q1:2020 compared to Q4:2019. The unemployment rate usually increases between Q4 and Q1 each year. Read more here: #StatsSA #unemployment

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5 years

The South African #economy grew by 3,1% in Q2:2019 mainly driving by the #mining industry that recorded its strongest growth since Q2:2016 #GDP Listen here for more: #StatsSA

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8 months

The #SACensus2022 report shows that there were 50,5 million black Africans in 2022, accounting for over 81% of the South African #population , followed by coloureds (5,1 million). Read more here: #StatsSA #SACensus2022 #Census2022

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6 years

The #unemployment rate for those aged 25-34 is 52,8%, double that of the 45-54 year olds. #Youth unemployment rate is higher than other age groups irrespective of education level #StatsSA

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[🧵]The official #unemployment rate stands at 32,1 %, an increase of 0,2 of a percentage point in Q4:2023 compared to Q3:2023. Read more here: #StatsSA

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4 years

Where do our universities get their money from? #Stats SA breaks down the figures:

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4 years

South Africa’s official unemployment rate remained unchanged at 29,1% in Q4:2019 compared to Q3:2019. Read more here: #StatsSA #unemployment

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2 years

@2022AFRICA Stats SA has paid the majority of its field staff. There are exceptional cases that are being resolved on a case-by-case basis. Field staff who have not been paid are encouraged to log a query via census2022 @statssa .gov.za

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5 years

If you missed the opportunity to register on the #StatsSA database for contract job opportunities now is the time! The database is open again for registration for those who aren't registered yet. REGISTER HERE: Closing date: 15 September 2019

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1 year

The size of the economy now exceeds pre-pandemic levels. Real gross domestic product (GDP) for Q3:2022, measured by production, was R1 161 billion (constant 2015 prices) in the third quarter. Join #StatsSA on @SABCNewsOnline at 12h30 for more. More here:

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7 months

Congratulations to the #Springboks ! #RWC2023 #StrongerTogether #Mayibuye @Springboks

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4 years

[Thread] South Africa’s #unemployment rate increased by 7,5 percentage points to 30,8% in Q3:2020 compared with Q2:2020. #StatsSA #employment

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10 months

Annual #CPI inflation retreated to its lowest level in 20 months, cooling to 5,4% in June from 6,3% in May. Listen here for more: #StatsSA #Inflation

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9 months

Annual consumer price #inflation slumped to 4,7% in July from 5,4% in June, the lowest reading in two years. Listen here for more: #StatsSA #CPI

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3 years

REGISTRATION ON THE STATS SA HR DATABASE NOW OPEN! The database will be used to find candidates for contract-based opportunities. Click here to register: Registration closes 31 January 2021 #StatsSA #KeaJobSeeker #JobSeekersSA

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[ 🧵]The official #unemployment rate for Q3:2023 stands at 31,9 %, a decrease of 0,7 of a percentage point compared to Q2:2023. #StatsSA #QLFS

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5 years

@ARUA_ACEIR @SALDRU1 @AFD_en @EU_Commission Black African- and coloured-headed households were the only two groups classified as chronically poor. Read more here: #StatsSA #InequalityTrendsinSA @ARUA_ACEIR @SALDRU1 @AFD_en @EU_Commission

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10 months

[ 🧵] The official #unemployment rate has decreased by 0,3 of a percentage point to 32,6% in Q2:2023. #StatsSA

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4 years

@Purple1_h @ArabileG To fall into the category of unemployed, people must be actively looking for work, which wasn't possible during lockdown. These people therefore fall into the not economically active category. Read more here:

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5 years

The South African #economy is out of #recession , growing by 2,2% in Q3:2018 compared with Q2:2018 #StatsSA Access all available #GDP documents here until website has been restored:

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3 years

[Thread] South Africa’s #unemployment rate increased by 0,1 of a percentage point to 32,6% in Q1:2021 compared to Q4:2020. Read more here: #StatsSA

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2 years

[Thread] South Africa’s #economy grew by 1,9% in Q1:2022, returning to pre-pandemic levels. #StatsSA #GDP

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6 years

We are looking for people in specific areas to register on the Stats SA database for contract employment opportunities. See areas here: Register or update your info here: Only people in the specified areas can register.

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7 months

We are the Champions!! Ons kant! 🏆🏆🏆🏆🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦! #Strongertogether #Springboks #RWCFinal #RWC2023Final #RSAvsNZL

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3 years

REGISTRATION ON THE STATS SA HR DATABASE NOW OPEN! The database will be used to find candidates for contract-based opportunities. Click here to register: Registration closes 31 January 2021 #StatsSA #KeaJobSeeker #JobSeekersSA

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4 years

[Thread] South Africa’s population, mid-2020, is estimated at 59,62 million. Read more here: #StatsSA #population

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8 months

Which industries drive your provincial #economy ? The new set of provincial #GDP data provides an answer. Read more here: #StatsSA

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8 months

Nationally, the median age increased from 22 years old in 1996 to 28 years old in 2022, an overall increase of 6 years. Read more here: #StatsSA #SACensus2022 #Census2022

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8 months

In 2022, Gauteng was responsible for R33 of every R100 produced by the South African #economy . Join us on @CapricornFM at 19h10 as we unpack the latest Provincial #GDP figures. Read more here: #StatsSA

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1 year

[Thread] SA’s official #unemployment rate stands at 32,9%. There were 179 000 more people who were unemployed in Q1:2023 than in Q4:2022. #StatsSA

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6 months

Annual consumer inflation increased for a third consecutive month in October, rising to 5,9% from 5,4% in September. Read more here: #CPI #StatsSA

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6 years

More than half of 15 – 24 year olds in South Africa were #unemployed in Q2:2018. The absorption rate for this age group was 11,6% & labour force participation rate=25,1% #StatsSA #Youth #Unemployment

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2 years

[Thread] The South African #economy contracted by 0,7% in Q2: 2022. The size of the economy in Q2:2022 was smaller than it was before the pandemic. #StatsSA #GDP

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6 years

The late Nomzamo Winifred Madikizela-Mandela devoted her life to the struggle for the rights of humanity. Her contribution will be forever etched into history #StatsSA #BudgetVote2018

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1 year

[🧵] The South African #economy grew by 1,6% in Q3:2022. The size of the economy in Q3:2022 was larger than it was before the #COVID19 pandemic. #StatsSA #GDP

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2 months

[🧵]The highest proportion of immigrants were employed in private households at 18,4%, followed by the Construction (17,2%) and Wholesale and retail trade (13,6%) industries. Read more here: #StatsSA #employment

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1 year

Annual #CPI inflation eased to 6,8% in April from 7,1% in March. This is the lowest reading since May 2022 when the rate was 6,5%. Listen here for more: #StatsSA #inflation

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9 months

Onion prices continue to skyrocket. The vegetable is 55,2% more expensive than a year ago (ouch!). Read here for more: #StatsSA #CPI #Inflation

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8 months

In South Africa, households that resided in formal dwellings increased from 65,1% in 2011 to 88,5% in 2022. Read more here: #StatsSA #SACensus2022 #Census2022 #housing

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4 years

Join the #StatsSA team! We have internship opportunities available at our Head Office in Salvokop, Tshwane. Register and apply online: Closing date: 31 January 2020 #Internship #Keajobseeker #JobSeekersSA

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5 years

#Beer with us while we draught this Tweet…😃 🍻Beer is the most popular alcoholic beverage bought by South African households! Happy #InternationalBeerDay 🍻 #StatsSA

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9 months

[ 🧵] SA's #economy grew by 0,6% in Q2:2023. #GDP in Q2:2023 is lower than the peak reached in Q3:2022. #StatsSA

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8 months

In 2022, over 82% of households in South Africa had access to piped #water , either inside their dwelling or inside their yard. Read more here: #StatsSA #SACensus2022 #Census2022

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1 year

[🧵] South Africa’s #unemployment rate decreased by 1,0 percentage point to 32,9% in Q3:2022 compared to Q2:2022. Read more here: #StatsSA

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6 years

The #unemployment rate for those aged 25-34 is double that of the 45-54 year olds #StatsSA

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Following a two-month upswing, headline inflation softened to 5,3% in March from 5,6% in February. Listen here for more: #CPI #StatsSA

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3 years

[VACANCIES ALERT] #StatsSA is currently advertising vacancies for permanent positions. Applications must be submitted online by clicking here: Closing date: Tuesday, 06 April 2021 at 11:59pm. #JobSeekersSA #KeaJobSeeker #vacancies

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3 years

Complete the Pilot Census questionnaire in the comfort of your own home; online or via telephone. The Pilot Census checks if #StatsSA systems are ready for the main census. Register here: Read more here: #GetCounted

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[🧵]The South African #economy grew by 0,1% in Q4:2023. #GDP in Q4:2023 is lower than the peak reached in Q3:2022. #StatsSA

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8 months

Geographic location is an important consideration in migration. Almost 400 000 persons moved into Gauteng between 2011 and 2022. Read more here: #StatsSA #SACensus2022 #Census2022

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7 months

[ 🧵] The use of government/public services declined between 2019/20 and 2022/23. Read more here: #StatsSA

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4 years

[Thread] The South African economy recorded its third consecutive quarter of economic decline, falling by 2,0% in Q1:2020. #StatsSA #GDP #economy

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2 years

[Thread] South Africa’s #unemployment rate decreased by 0,6 of a percentage point to 33,9% in Q2:2022 compared to Q1:2022. #StatsSA

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11 months

Annual consumer price inflation slowed to 6,3% in May from 6,8% in April. This is the lowest reading since April 2022 when the rate was 5,9%. Read more here: #StatsSA #inflation #CPI

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3 years

Feeling the pinch? These are some of the food and drink items that have become more expensive over the last year. Read here for more: #CPI #StatsSA

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2 years

@RenzHope4 @HermaineM Thank you for showing interest in our organisation. We use a HR database to identify candidates for various projects that happen in various areas. Candidates are sourced from the database according to specific project requirements Apply here:

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3 years

[VACANCY ALERT] We’re hiring! We currently have vacancies available. Applications must be submitted online by clicking here: Closing date: 26 February 2021 #StatsSA #JobSeekersSA #KeaJobSeeker #vacancies

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3 years

[Thread] The South African #economy grew by an annualised rate of 66,1% in Q3:2020. #StatsSA #GDP

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2 years

[Thread] South Africa’s #unemployment rate decreased by 0,8 of a percentage point to 34,5% in Q1:2022 compared to Q4:2021. #StatsSA

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6 years

Ever wondered how long it takes #Santa to deliver gifts in #SouthAfrica ? See what it takes to be #MrClaus at #Christmas #StatsSA

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7 years

Over 30,4 million South Africans were living in #poverty in 2015 #StatsSA

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3 years

[Thread] The South African #economy recorded its 4th consecutive quarter of growth, expanding by 1,2% in Q2:2021. This followed a revised 1,0% rise in #GDP in Q1:2021. #StatsSA

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4 years

[Press Statement] Breach of embargo: Gross domestic product (Quarter 4 of 2019) #StatsSA has taken a position to suspend members of the media for a period of 6 months in the event of an embargo breach.

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7 months

Electricity: a vital resource for municipalities. Where does municipal money come from? Read more here: #StatsSA #electricity

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