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Youths express desperation as seeking employment in the current economic climate is difficult

Having finished high school, many struggle to chart a path forward that will give them an opportunity for success.

March 2, 2023
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An unemployed youth discussing his issues.
THABANG VINCENT (19): I was not accepted into university so I need to urgently find a job but it is so hard to find employment at the moment.

The Northciff Melville Times asked some young adults what their biggest challenges were at the moment, and they all spoke about how difficult it is to find work.

An unemployed youth discussing her issues.
ANESIPHO MJONTO (21): It is a huge disadvantage to not be able to find work as I am unable to participate in life. It is only my mother who is at home and working, so it’s stressful.
An unemployed youth discussing his issues.
NHLAKANIPHO NDLOVU (18): I am having difficulty finding a path and deciding on what is right for me and practical between getting a job or studying further.
An unemployed youth discussing her issues.
ADRONICA MOKOENA (21): Being unemployed is having a really bad impact on me. Life is really hard and we sometimes go to bed hungry. Life is hard.

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