Many African countries have a major youth unemployment problem. More must be done to create jobs and help young people develop the right skills.
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The Africa Youth Employment Clock is a new data tool which could be used to provide evidence-based policy interventions.
There’s more to ‘survival migration’ than an escape from poverty or war: even the middle class can feel they have to leave to survive.
Significant numbers of young people remain unemployed or underemployed, despite being educated.
With the right investment in health and education, Nigeria’s high population can spur economic development.
A mismatch between the skills employers want and what young people have is the major cause of youth unemployment in South Africa. Soft skills are key.
Nigeria must prioritise investment in education, health and infrastructure to harness the opportunities of its huge population.
Many unemployed young people are engaged in a variety of economic activities. These may not necessarily be recognised as a form of self employment or informal employment.
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