Critics wondered whether the convention would follow through with local ward talks and implement recommendations
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The AfDB says the country’s economy continues to underperform, weighed down by structural deficiencies that constrain the financial sector
The statistics agency’s youth report notes worsening joblessness, hunger and safety concerns among South Africa’s youth
Youth unemployment is a crisis but educational reforms have the potential to turn the rising tide
Three actions — debt reduction, a youth solidarity tax and limiting increases in public-sector salaries — that could lead to sustainable prosperity
Jobs were lost in the formal sector, as well as in trade, construction and private households
Urgent reform is needed as dangerous socio-economic undercurrents swirl
Protests over accommodation shortfalls have taken place at the University of Cape Town, Cape Peninsula University of Technology and Nelson Mandela University
This marks the second consecutive drop in the jobless rate, and the lowest since the third quarter of 2023
Youths provided with meaningful work experience an increase in confidence, competencies, civic commitment and personal and professional development
Valuable work experience is gained in the skills-driven training programme
Educating young people for tomorrow requires teaching them new skill sets
Continuous skills development is crucial to enable the youth to adapt to changing job markets and technological advancements
A skilled, educated, economically supported youth is the bedrock of a strong democracy
Are we going to the polls with the intention of a paradigm change, or are we voting to retain the current paradigm that no longer works?
The DG Murray Trust has identified 10 opportunities for change that are directed at breaking the intergenerational poverty and inequality deeply rooted in our country
Respondents were asked to pick the top five issues they believe the incoming government should focus on after the 29 May elections
Afrika Tikkun and Microsoft unite South African businesses to revolutionise youth employability and close the skills gap
Learners must be given a breadth of skills, beyond literacy and numeracy, to prepare them for an ever-changing world
Metropolitan is collaborating with Uber during Youth Month to help transport young job seekers to job interviews for free
It provides the skills and work experience they need to navigate the world of employment
The release of Africa Careers Network’s impact report serves as a call to action
There is a great demand for digital skilled employees across the board
Non-profit agency believes creative and innovative skills development will improve employment chances and entrepreneurship among the youth
Higher education remains out of reach for many, and youth unemployment remains untenably high at about 64%.
Student debt is growing quickly and, if something doesn’t change, it could jeopardise the country’s already struggling economy
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So says Rudi Dicks, who is in charge of coordinating President Cyril Ramaphosa’s initiatives to drive structural reforms and employment
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Education is the best way to turn young people’s potential into realised achievements
With unemployment in that sector at almost catastrophic levels, it is essential to ensure that the drain of skills to other countries is halted in its tracks and that sound business principles and practices are established
The Youth Employment Service is helping thousands of our youths to land that vital first job
Failing matric not only dents self-confidence, it closes many doors. But help is at hand if you know where to look
The party is struggling to get its base out to vote, despite having a strong presence online and at rallies
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