SA's just transition must recognise the youth are key

A transition towards a cleaner and greener SA cannot be considered just, without the youth being empowered and taken along

10 July 2022 - 00:00 By MOTSHEGWA MORE and MISHA MORAR JOSHI

About three-quarters of the African population is expected to be under the age of 35 by 2030. Tides of change in South African history have been led by this exact group — monumental events such as the Soweto uprising and even #FeesMustFall are some that have left an impression on our society. SA’s youth is bold. So, a transition towards a cleaner and greener SA cannot be considered just, without the youth being empowered and taken along. ..

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