Join us as we unpack the persistent issue of youth unemployment in South Africa, even 30 years after our transition to democracy.

Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator’s Chief Communications Officer, Zengeziwe Msimang, and Waseem Carrim, CEO of the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), recently participated in a panel discussion hosted by SABC’s Oliver Dickson.

Key Discussion Points:

• The impact of low economic growth and the triple challenge of inequality, poverty and unemployment.
• The crucial role of education and demand-led skilling in combating youth unemployment.
• The importance of inclusive hiring practices and reducing barriers that hinder young job seekers, as emphasised by Zengeziwe Msimang.
• Waseem highlighted the importance of programmes like Youth Employment Service and Expanded Public Works in providing the first step into the labour market.

Click here to watch this insightful conversation.

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