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South African students say trade policy is not a silver bullet for unemployment
20 Feb 2026 14:47 GMT
… could strengthen credibility and support long-term investment, others caution that such … an economy characterised by high unemployment, inequality, and supply-side inflation … macroeconomic stability remains essential for long-term development.
For us, as …
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10.3 million young South Africans in ‘survival mode’ as youth unemployment hits hard
20 Feb 2026 11:57 GMT
… to 24 are facing unemployment in 2026, with jobless rates surpassing that … country who are circling between long-term unemployment and insecure informal work. This … ), Youth Capital says that youth unemployment continues to be acknowledged rhetorically …
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Analysis-Rising UK youth unemployment tests government over wage pledge
20 Feb 2026 07:26 GMT
… this week showed Britain’s jobless rate for people aged … the COVID-19 pandemic. Youth unemployment in Britain now exceeds that … of the sharpest rises in unemployment in the private sector … government was considering abandoning its long-term plan to end the …
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Strong remittance culture blamed for 36% youth unemployment
20 Feb 2026 06:59 GMT
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More than one-third of Fiji’s youth remain unemployed, with concerns raised that the country’s growing reliance on overseas remittances is discouraging young people from joining the local workforce.
Fiji National University Pro Vice-Chancellor …
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India News | Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Questions BJP over 'unemployment, Rising Crimes Against Women' in Party-ruled States
20 Feb 2026 05:56 GMT
… Party, questioning its record on unemployment and crimes against women in … election strategy rather than ensuring long-term development and security for women …
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Priyanka Gandhi questions BJP on unemployment and crimes against women in party states
20 Feb 2026 05:38 GMT
… Janata Party’s governance on unemployment and rising crimes against women … election strategy, rather than advancing long-term development and security for women …
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North East Jobless Rate Hits Ten-Year High As Chronic Pain Fuels Inactivity
20 Feb 2026 01:29 GMT
… inactivity" driven by long-term sickness.
In the North … near- or above-average unemployment rates frequently overlap with … chronic pain prevalence:
Region
Unemployment Rate
Chronic Pain Prevalence
… of the workforce due to long-term sickness. In the North …
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Belgian Court of Audit casts doubt on unemployment reform savings
19 Feb 2026 22:55 GMT
… savings from the government’s unemployment reforms.
In a report … lost their benefits. Other long-term unemployed people will follow in … jobs secured may not be long-term.
On the other hand, … take into account that some long-term unemployed people may qualify …
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Unemployment decline shows economic plan working, says ANC
19 Feb 2026 15:56 GMT
… activity.
While noting the overall unemployment rate remains “unacceptably high” … and youth unemployment continues to require urgent attention … party emphasised that reducing unemployment is a long-term structural priority.
“This …
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Supreme Court Flags ‘Freebies’ Culture, Warns Of Threat To Long-Term Economic Growth
19 Feb 2026 15:08 GMT
… adversely affect the country’s long-term economic health. A bench comprising … Court raised concerns about the long-term impact of direct cash transfer … this is my outlay on unemployment of people?” The matter came …