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• [New] Employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow by 16% from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations. Veteran Aid Newsl
• [New] With the right policy support, South Africa's digital economy could contribute up to 20% of GDP by 2028, boosting education, healthcare and job creation. iAfrica.com
• [New] Job trends in Germany 2025 indicate continued growth in technology, healthcare, and sustainable industries, ensuring long-term career stability and growth potential. UE
• [New] The employment figures will provide critical insights into US economic health and could significantly influence Federal Reserve policy expectations in the coming months. Plus500
• [New] Throughout history, Iran's healthcare system has prioritized nursing education, resulting in a skilled nursing workforce often pursuing overseas employment opportunities. BioMed Central
• [New] Healthcare alone will need to fill over 2.4 million jobs by 2031, highlighting the need for long-term workforce planning. peoplestrong
• Employment in home health and personal care aides will grow by 33% between 2022 and 2032, far outpacing other sectors, reflecting rising demand for in-home services. Market Data Forecast
• Older citizens are driving the need for services like home health, personal care, surgeon, and physician roles, and health care employment is expected to swell by roughly 1.9 million job openings annually over the next decade. / USA Fortune
• The EEC healthcare zone is projected to generate 50,000 jobs and serve 1.5 million international patients by 2027. Market Data Forecast
• A report from Jobs and Skills Australia finds generative AI will heavily automate routine clerical jobs-while enhancing high-skilled roles in fields like healthcare, engineering, and education. TechNow
• 21% of health care employees are at risk of leaving within 2 years, with salary, benefits, and work-life balance ranked as the most important job features. AJMC
• By 2035 there will be more jobs as nurses, elder companions, mental health counselors, and childcare workers - roles where a human touch is essential. Medium
• A large portion of the 1.22 million jobs that could be lost nationwide in 2029 would come from the healthcare sector. Healthcare Dive
• With cybersecurity job growth projected at 32% by 2032 and entry-level salaries starting at $65,000, Joliet's tech ecosystem is fostering career opportunities across multiple sectors, from AI healthcare to blockchain logistics. Nucamp Vibe Coding Bootcamp
• The global transition to EVs indirectly affects other SDGs, such as SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by creating new job opportunities in renewable energy sectors, and SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by reducing pollution-related health issues. Sustainable Development Goals - Resource Centre
• At some point in 2025, people who live outside the UK will stop being able to apply for Health and Care Worker visas for jobs in the adult social care sector. Citizens Advice
• From the Seattle Times - America's home health workers at risk from Trump immigration crackdown - Foreign-born people comprise roughly one in five U.S. workers, yet they account for more than 40% of home health aides and nearly 30% of personal care employment. The Stand
• In the case of Africa, IRENA finds that a transition to a renewables-based energy system could generate a 6.4% increase in GDP, 3.5% more jobs across the entire economy, and 25.4% higher social welfare (including improved air quality, public health and other factors) in the years up to 2050. Energy Tracker Asia

Last updated: 07 September 2025