Resilience and leadership training must form a core part of entrepreneurship education, says Martin Manmohan of the bhive Enterprise Development Centre at North-West University.
There are now 8.4 million unemployed people, an increase of 140 000 since the first quarter of 2025
For the millions of jobless people, this discussion is trivial
The statistics agency’s youth report notes worsening joblessness, hunger and safety concerns among South Africa’s youth
The requirements of the job market in all professions require ongoing university curriculum reviews to assess each programme’s relevance and alignment with the needs of professions, industry and society
Business leaders call for more investment to help youths start businesses and to tackle joblessness
Jobs were lost in the formal sector, as well as in trade, construction and private households
Out of poverty people have turned to illegal mining, destroying not only the forests but also farmlands and waterways
This marks the second consecutive drop in the jobless rate, and the lowest since the third quarter of 2023
Amid high unemployment, accessible mental health resources, destigmatisation campaigns and support systems are vital for our young people