The first in a series of biennial reviews, this comprehensive study by the HSRC’s Research Programme on Human Resources Development (HRD) defines key education and training, labour market and macro-economic indicators in South Africa. This vast volume of research examines socio-economic and political contexts, as well as the demand, supply, and scarcity of skills. It gives a comprehensive assessment of HRD trends. Along with its companion web-based data warehouse, it is an invaluable, user-friendly resource for policy-makers, planners, managers, and educators at both national and institutional levels.