Lungile Ntimba
THE ANC Youth League (ANCYL) has added its voice of concern about the alarming rise in unemployment, with the latest figures showing that one in every two South Africans is unemployed.
The Stats SA Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) results on Tuesday, showed that the number of unemployed South Africans increased by 158 000 to reach a staggering 8,4 million in the Second Quarter of 2024 compared to the First Quarter.
The ANCYL National Spokesperson Zama Khanyase said the unemployment rate increase reflects the deepening crisis faced by the nation, particularly the youth as they are affected by joblessness and economic exclusion.
“As young people, we are the future of this country, yet we are confronted by an economy that continues to marginalise us,” said Khanyase.
The ANCYL emphasised that youth unemployment is a devastating reality that hinders youth’s ability to contribute to society, and build sustainable futures.
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