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22-05-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Joburg Mayor Dada Morero addresses youth unemployment crisis at Future of Jobs Summit
Mayor of the city of Joburg Dada Morero, delivered the keynote address on during The Future of Jobs Summit, T20 South Africa 2025 at the DP World Wanderers Stadium. Image: Itumeleng English/ Independent Newspapers Joburg Executive Mayor Dada Morero has expressed deep concern about the dire situation of youth unemployment in Gauteng, where nearly half of the province's labour force is jobless. He highlighted this issue at the 2025 Future of Jobs Summit held at the DP World Wanderers in Melrose North, Johannesburg on Thursday. The summit is a flagship event of the T20, the official think tank initiative under South Africa's G20 Presidency. Through his speech titled "Empowering Johannesburg's Youth: Building a Vibrant Future," Morero emphasised that Johannesburg is a significant contributor to South Africa's R6.97 trillion GDP, but beneath this economic success lies a pressing issue of high youth unemployment rates that imperils sustainable growth. "This is not merely a social crisis—it is an economic emergency that directly impacts business sustainability, consumer spending power, and investment confidence," he warned. The mayor noted that over 60% of Joburg's 5 million residents are under 35, with nearly half struggling to find productive employment opportunities. To tackle this challenge, he outlined his administration's strategic response, consisting of four pillars of youth empowerment: digital economy and 4IR Skills, green economy and infrastructure development, township economy activation, and innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. He said: 'Our digital public infrastructure strategy, supported by artificial intelligence, will create 2 000 high-tech positions by 2026. Through our Global Business Services centre in Alexandra, where 90% of the workforce are young people, we are partnering with Business Process Enabling South Africa to train 30% of unemployed youth in coding, AI, and cybersecurity.' By 2026, he said, at least 10,000 young Joburgers would have been trained in digital skills aligned with market demand from our technology partners. Regarding the green economy, he said the city's R3.03 billion investment in underserved areas such as Diepsloot, Ivory Park, Orange Farm, Soweto, Riverlea, Zandspruit, and Eldorado Park. According to him, the investment will create immediate employment whilst building long-term economic infrastructure. 'The R296 million electrification programme will also lead to training young people in renewable energy systems installation and maintenance,' he said. Morero also highlighted the potential of township economy activation, citing the example of the Joburg Market, which handles R1bn worth of fresh produce monthly. However, he noted that 90% of spending goes to large commercial farmers, resulting in R500 million being drained from poor communities each month. He further talked about the importance of integration with provincial and national programmes, mentioning that Johannesburg plays a crucial role as an implementation hub for key national initiatives. He highlighted the Presidential Support Package, launched in March 2025, which is being coordinated through the city's Service Delivery War Room. He called for unprecedented collaboration among all levels of government and sectors of society to tackle the youth unemployment crisis. Morero urged businesses to view youth employment as a strategic investment in market development and skills acquisition, rather than just corporate social responsibility. 'Partner with us not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it is good business in a city where young consumers represent the largest market segment,' he said. [email protected]
The Citizen
20-05-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
DP World Wanderers Stadium is ready for the Jozi Cup matches
In light of the country's biggest T20 winter club cricket competition commencing next month, the DP World Wanderers hosted the Jozi Cup capping ceremony on May 10. Read more: DP World Lions womens cricket team dominate to clinch Hollywoodbets Pro50 title in style The officially endorsed Lions Cricket community-based competition includes more than 25 clubs spanning 10 age group categories and more than 130 participating teams from U11 right through to over 40s. The brainchild of Lions Cricket, the Jozi Cup was developed to foster community club cricket, which ultimately serves as a continuation of the Pride's pipeline feeder system. Inclusive of blind cricket teams as well as players from the valued Telkom Talent Acceleration Programme, there is no stone left unturned when it comes to unearthing the talent within the pipeline. The tournament will once again include the support of the Joburg Super Kings (JSK). Lions Cricket CEO Jono Leaf-Wright said, 'We are excited to have JSK a part of this tournament again and supporting our Jozi Cup. Having them involved certainly elevates the experience for all our participating clubs and players. Every sponsor, partner, team and volunteer aid in making this an exceptional experience and a project we are proud to power.' Also read: Art of Living Happiness Yoga programme promises relaxation at DP World Wanderers Cricket Stadium Jozi Cup tournament director Reuben Mandlazi noted that the tournament provided continuity for those wanting to stay in form over the winter period, with stiff competition and exposure. 'This is a competitive tournament that offers players the opportunity to improve their game under the guidance of experienced players while at the same time encouraging them to play with freedom,' he said. 'As per every year, the tournament strives to uphold its founding values of inclusivity, diversity, fairness, equity and equality, no matter gender, race or religion, offering clubs and the entire cricketing ecosystem something to look forward to each winter and feel a genuine sense of belonging to the Lions Pride.' Mandlzi added the team was thrilled to welcome a girls' U13 division for the first time. The divisions and age groups are as follows: U11, U13 boys, U13 girls, U14, U16 and U18; Men's Open Division (Premier League A); Women's Open Division; Senior Men's Open; Veterans and Blind cricket. Starting on May 11, the finals will commence over the Youth Day weekend and be played at the iconic DP World Wanderers, with the Jozi Cup prize giving for each age group set to take place post each match, inclusive of the fun and pizzazz everyone is used to. Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! Related article: Titans triumph in T20 Challenge opener against DP Lions At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
