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Unemployment is South Africa's biggest problem.

To thrive, the country needs to create 5 million new formal sector jobs in the next ten years.

News24's On the Record conference suggested practical ways to create jobs and build a better, more equal and healthy society.

This is our contribution to the national dialogue.

Below is everything you need to know:

DAY 1
19 March 2026

DAY 2
20 March 2026

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