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Search: Unemployment

Unemployment drops to 32.1% in third quarter
Business
/ 12 November 2024

Unemployment drops to 32.1% in third quarter

The jobless rate is down from the two-year high of 33.5% recorded in the second quarter

By Aarti Bhana
Using technology to empower young freelancers and tackle unemployment
The Digital Afrikan
/ 19 September 2024

Using technology to empower young freelancers and tackle unemployment

Embracing freelancing will undoubtedly benefit nearly half of young South Africans who are currently unemployed, but there are other broader benefits too.

By Andrew Bourne
Unemployment numbers tell a sad tale of policy and governance shortcomings in municipalities
Thought Leader
/ 27 August 2024

Unemployment numbers tell a sad tale of policy and governance shortcomings in municipalities

The government of national unity must tackle the problems in local government to deliver change

By Fidel Hadebe
Does South Africa’s call centre industry have the potential to combat unemployment?
Business
/ 22 August 2024

Does South Africa’s call centre industry have the potential to combat unemployment?

Experts say many young people get into the industry out of sheer desperation

By Anathi Madubela
With record unemployment, fostering small business development is essential
Thought Leader
/ 15 August 2024

With record unemployment, fostering small business development is essential

For this strategy to succeed, enabling policies and support systems must be established to help entrepreneurs overcome the significant barriers they face

By James Maposa
Unemployment in South Africa is a national crisis, say analysts
Business
/ 14 August 2024

Unemployment in South Africa is a national crisis, say analysts

With joblessness at a two-year high of 33.5%, more effort is needed to restructure the jobs market

By Aarti Bhana
Unemployment rises to 33.5% in the second quarter
Business
/ 13 August 2024

Unemployment rises to 33.5% in the second quarter

Joblessness increased for the third consecutive quarter, reaching its highest level in two years

By Aarti Bhana
National plan needed to address youth unemployment?
Partner Content
/ 4 July 2024

National plan needed to address youth unemployment?

The importance of youth economic inclusion, and unpackaging key solutions to drive it

By Derek Davey
New initiative to address youth unemployment tackles vulnerability
Opinion
/ 21 May 2024

New initiative to address youth unemployment tackles vulnerability

Disillusioned, disengaged young people need support from peers, individualised coaching and community-centred services to building inclusivity and trust

By Antonia Appel
Unemployment increases for the second consecutive quarter
Business
/ 14 May 2024

Unemployment increases for the second consecutive quarter

The uptick is a result of more people entering the labour market

By Aarti Bhana
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