South Africa: Mashatile Tells Youth to Stop Waiting for Jobs

South Africa: Mashatile Tells Youth to Stop Waiting for Jobs

Paul Mashatile says more than half of young people aged 18 to 34 are jobless, with 3.8 million not studying or training. He told the youth in Potchefstroom that the government has billions in funding to help them start and grow small businesses.

Deputy President Mashatile Faces Criticism Over R8 Million Travel Expenses

Deputy President Paul Mashatile is facing increasing scrutiny after reports revealed that his international travel since taking office in July 2024 has cost nearly R8 million. The expenses, particularly for a trip to Japan, have sparked public debate and criticism from opposition parties and civil society. The most expensive trip was a March 2025 visit to Japan, which cost R2.3 million. Documents submitted to Parliament showed that accommodation…

Mashatile tells youth to stop waiting for jobs

Listen to this article By Doreen Mokgolo Paul Mashatile says more than half of young people aged 18 to 34 are jobless, with 3.8 million not studying or training. He told the youth in Potchefstroom that the government has billions in funding to help them start and grow small businesses. Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called on young people to stop waiting for jobs and start building their own businesses. Speaking at the Youth Day commemora…

National Youth Day: Mashatile urges youth to help end poverty, unemployment

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says government should encourage young people to start their own businesses as a means to curb poverty and youth unemployment. Mashatile said government has put in plans to offer financial support to young people who want to start their own businesses. He said government has even established a fund to financially support black-owned businesses and businesses owned by people from historically disadvantaged groups. …

Mashatile encourages young people to start businesses

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says entrepreneurship is the key to a better future, on the back of high unemployment numbers. Mashatile was delivering a keynote address at the national Youth Day commemoration in Potchefstroom in the North West province. The Deputy President added that equipping young people with the skills necessary to become entrepreneurs is essential for the success of society. Deputy President Mashatile says, “We acknowledg…

DTIC marks Youth Day with call for youth-led economic growth

By Akani Nkuna As South Africa commemorates Youth Day, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has called on young people to take the lead in shaping a future-ready economy. It has urged the youth to play an active role in building a nation that is inclusive, innovative and globally competitive. “We encourage today’s youth to seize opportunities in key sectors, including manufacturing, agro-processing, the digital economy, green indust…