It’s no secret that youth unemployment in South Africa is one of the most pressing issues facing our country. In fact, it’s such an issue that the government has even taken specific action to address the high level of youth unemployment in South Africa by creating job opportunities for young people through the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA). But despite this effort, there are still many factors contributing to high levels of youth unemployment in South Africa, and the overall problem seems far from being solved. So what does this mean for you if you’re someone who’s just starting out in life?
In 2017, a total of 1.2 million people were unemployed in South Africa
In 2017, there were 1.2 million people unemployed in the country, with a youth unemployment rate of 51%. This means that only 1 in every 2 young people had a job. What’s even more distressing is that these numbers are expected to increase by 2025 – with the youth unemployment rate expected to rise to 60%.
Young people are finding it difficult to enter the job market
Due to the high levels of youth unemployment, young people are finding it difficult to enter the job market. This has led to an increase in crime rates, social unrest and general dissatisfaction with the government. The government is now focusing on creating more jobs for this age group because they are aware that they are crucial for the country’s future economic growth and stability.
