In anticipation of Youth Day on June 16, we hosted a Youth Month Media Tour at our Johannesburg offices under the theme: Shaping South Africa’s Future, Together. Our Chief Operating Officer, Ureshni Morrison, spoke with Sally Sithole from CNBC Africa to discuss Harambee’s efforts in addressing South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis.

Key Topics Covered:

• Work-integrated learning programs
• Entrepreneurship
• The impact of AI on employment
• Wage trends for young graduates
• Absorption of graduates into permanent roles

Ureshni highlighted Harambee’s multifaceted approach, emphasising innovative programmes, strategic partnerships, and the embrace of new technologies to tackle youth unemployment. Her insights highlighted the importance of enabling young people with digital skills and supporting diverse employment pathways to ensure a brighter future for South Africa’s youth.

Click here to watch the full interview.

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