1976–2026: Advancing Youth Skills for Economic Inclusion in South Africa

dc.contributor.authorArendse, Agnetha
dc.date.accessioned2026-07-02T08:53:00Z
dc.date.available2026-07-02T08:53:00Z
dc.date.issued2026-06-25
dc.description.abstractThis research paper examines the relationship between historical inequality, labour market exclusion, and skills development in shaping youth unemployment outcomes. Drawing on national data and institutional evidence, it argues that youth unemployment in South Africa is structural rather than cyclical, driven by limited job creation, skills mismatches, and systemic barriers to labour market entry.
dc.identifier.urihttps://archive.parliament.gov.za/handle/123456789/8369
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherParliamentary Research Unit
dc.subjectYouth development
dc.subjectSouth Africa
dc.subjectYouth Employment
dc.subjectGovernment Policy
dc.subjectEconomic conditions
dc.title1976–2026: Advancing Youth Skills for Economic Inclusion in South Africa
dc.typeTechnical Report
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