Multiple web search results discuss the 'skills mismatch' or 'employability gap' in South Africa, which aligns with the claim. One source specifically mentions research in the context of the African Journal of Career Development, and others discuss the persistent skills mismatch in the labor market.

Multiple web search results suggest that universities have historically focused on disciplinary knowledge, which is a common critique in educational discourse, aligning with the claim that this focus has sometimes overshadowed practical, real-world operational skills.

Two distinct web search results explicitly state that employers value communication skills, adaptability, and problem-solving/navigating change, in addition to core competence.

The web search results and Wikipedia entries provide context on South Africa's socio-economic divisions and the general challenges of the labor market, supporting the idea that transition experiences are not uniform and are shaped by structural factors.

Two web search results define and link confidence/self-efficacy to performance outcomes, suggesting that higher levels of these traits are beneficial for managing stress and achieving goals, which supports the claim's premise.

Multiple web search results define and advocate for Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) and career development services, noting their potential to significantly improve graduate employability skills, which supports the claim.

Web search results explicitly discuss structural inequality in South Africa, referencing the legacy of apartheid and the ongoing struggle to bridge economic divides, which supports the claim.