CLEAN : South Africa jobless rise leaves nearly a third out of work

The video discusses the unemployment situation, highlighting 7.2 million people actively seeking jobs, representing a 32.5% unemployment rate. It also covers the increase in discouraged work seekers from 2.7 to 2.9 million between Q3 and Q4 2020. The economic impact of COVID-19 is addressed, noting a 51% decrease during lockdown and a slow recovery. Vulnerable groups, such as young people aged 15-24 and women, face higher unemployment rates, with young people at 62% and women above the national average.

What impact did COVID-19 have on the economy during the lockdown?

How does the unemployment rate of women compare to the national average?