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Africa: the youth employment crisis and the Mastercard Foundation’s response

  Africa is the youngest and fastest-growing continent in the world. By 2030, there will be 375 million young people in its job market. However, there is a significant lack of employment opportunities that young people deem dignified and fulfilling. Youth unemployment rates are as high as 65% in South Africa, and 80% in Djibouti. […]