BUSINESS● ELEVATEDAug 16 · Aug 16, 2026, 10:45 PM
South Africa unemployment crisis deepens as jobless rate rises to 33 . 6 %
mg.co.za · South Africa
South Africa is experiencing a deepening unemployment crisis, with the jobless rate increasing to 33.6%. This indicates a severe and worsening economic challenge for the country.
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