SA now probably has the worst unemployment figures in the world (“Unemployment data shock looms (https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/economy/2020-11-08-economic-week-ahead-unemployment-data-shock-looms/)”, November 8). The broad definition accurately reflects the reality.

The real problem is that in the age group 16 to 30 unemployment is probably closer to 60%. ..

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