For instance, South Africa’s 2016 census estimated 574,047 Zimbabweans in that country, while Zimstat estimated 23,166 in the UK, though other sources suggest significantly higher figures for the UK.
The country is currently seeing an
accelerated migration due to the economic crisis, with UK data showing a 424% increase in skilled visas issued to Zimbabweans between 2020 and 2022, marking the biggest increase for any country during that period.
A recent study by the French think tank Terra Nova projects a need for 250,000 to 310,000 foreign workers annually by 2040, driven by an aging population and declining local workforce participation.This growing demand presents potential opportunities for individuals from countries like Zimbabwe, currently experiencing accelerated migration due to economic challenges.
According to Travelobiz.com, France in 2022 welcomed approximately 331,000 immigrants, a figure expected to remain steady or increase to meet the rising labour market demands.
Key sectors already struggling to find enough local workers include healthcare, construction, agriculture, and cleaning services.
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The healthcare sector, in particular, demonstrates a high reliance on international professionals.
In the Ile-de-France region, which encompasses Paris, foreign nationals constitute 61% of healthcare workers.
Furthermore, about 20% of doctors in public institutions received their training overseas. Similarly, construction and agriculture face persistent shortages,
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