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FEATURE: South Africa’s vanishing promise of guaranteed work for graduates

Summary by Wits Vuvuzela
As South Africa’s graduate unemployment climbs, students and experts question whether education is still the bridge to a better future. Graduate unemployment rose from 8.7% to 11.7% in the first quarter of 2025. Students from top universities say passion-led study choices often clash with harsh job market realities.  Experts warn of rigid hiring practices and a lack of state-driven job creation. Picture this – you’re sitting in a lecture hall w…
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Wits Vuvuzela broke the news in on Monday, June 9, 2025.
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