South Africa’s Unemployment Crisis: A Call for Universal Basic Income

South Africa, a nation marred by a high unemployment rate and an inadequate social security system, faces a daunting challenge. Despite the constitutional promise of a sufficient income for its citizens, the reality for many unemployed working-age individuals is far from this ideal. The most recent data from StatsSA’s 3rd Quarter 2023 Labour Force Survey reports a 2.4% increase in employment. However, the grim statistics reveal that almost 12 million adults remain jobless, highlighting the structural nature of unemployment. Unemployment: A Deep-Rooted Issue

The unemployment problem in South Africa is entrenched and multifaceted. A staggering 75% of the unemployed […]

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