Fresh Squeeze | Age limit for government programmes discriminates against those older than 35

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Recently, there was a picket at the labour and employment department in Pretoria. The organizations that led the picket said they believe the age limit for government programmes discriminates against people aged 35 and older looking for employment or to improve their skills. Mpho Mashita and Complexion talk to Lecturer and Political Analyst, Leeto Briggar about the National Youth Commission Act and the National Youth Policy setting the definition of youth at 35 and the claims from protestors that government is disconnected from the lives of ordinary South Africans.
3 Apr 2024 English South Africa Business · Arts

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