Over the last few years the DigitLab team and I have been tracking the growth of LinkedIn in South Africa.In 2011 we saw an 83% growth (600 000 professionals) from this year and in 2012 a 45% increase (500 000 professionals )with a total of 1,6 million people.
Its also interesting to note that the top growth sector are Manufacturing, Agriculture and Medical with growth rates of between 57% and 70%. These stats have shown that LinkedIn in South Africa has become the place to be in order to network with other business professionals. So if you need help getting your online profile organised on LinkedIn take a look at our free Definitive Guide to LinkedIn.
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