S2 EP1 The Gen Z Debate: Youth Unemployment, Skills Mismatch & the Future of Work | People Matters

In the first episode of People Matters by Shiluvah, we tackle some of the country's most debated workplace issues. We explore whether South African youth are truly employable, the widening gap between education and industry, and the role employers must play in developing future talent. We also unpack the realities of Gen Z in today's workplace, ask whether interviews should be conducted in candidates' mother tongue to create a fairer recruitment process, discuss how networking and connections influence employment opportunities, and challenge the perception that South Africans are "lazy" by examining the facts behind the stereotype. This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation that challenges conventional thinking and encourages employers, HR professionals, business leaders and young professionals to rethink the future of work in South Africa. Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Do you agree, disagree, or see the issue differently? Catch up with us on our socials: LinkedIn: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/message... Website : https://www.shiluvah.co.za/