Stats SA: Over 3.7 million young South Africans remain locked out of jobs, education and training - EWN

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The latest Stats SA Quarterly Labour Force Survey shows that 35.7% of people aged 15 to 24 are unemployed, not studying, or receiving any training towards employment.

The latest Stats SA Quarterly Labour Force Survey shows that 35.7% of people aged 15 to 24 are unemployed, not studying, or receiving any training towards employment.

That translates to approximately 3.7 million young people who are disconnected from both the job market and opportunities to develop their skills.

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