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Young people are asked for their views but these seldom translate into action.
G20

Policy dialogues: Youth in the room, but not at the table

There is nothing more disempowering than participation without influence. And there is nothing more dangerous than a generation that feels ignored.

  • Lesedi Senamele Matlala
6 min read
A report by United Nations special rapporteur Irene Khan into the status of freedom of expression in Zambia says that important steps have been taken to promote freedom of expression in Zambia since 2021. (Marco Longari/AFP)
1 NOVEMBER LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS

Getting back the elusive youth vote

South African youths are as disengaged politically as their international siblings. To change this, youth need to be represented as party candidates and employed in local…

  • Stuart Mbanyele
  • Pranish Desai
8 min read
Although there are several state-sponsored initiatives aimed at creating work opportunities, these initiatives tend to miss many young people who are isolated as a result of vulnerabilities and social exclusion.
AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS

Are young South Africans set up for failure?

With 7.9-million young South Africans out of work or with very little education or training opportunities, who looks out for their aspirations?

  • Zama Mthunzi
5 min read