The youth will have to advocate for itself because nobody else is
Young South Africans, with no job opportunities even with qualifications, are becoming increasingly marginalised
22 January 2020 - 05:05
As we started the new year, millions of young people flocked onto the streets to look for opportunities. Those who had just received their matric results were standing in long queues to secure limited spaces at universities or colleges, while those who had graduated were updating and sending out their CVs to possible employers, and those who remained unemployed were trying their luck again.
In the midst of seeking improved livelihoods, millions of young people find themselves closed out of opportunities. So who represents the aspirations of young South Africans?..
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