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Why formal jobs remain out of reach for Africa's youth

LEAP Africa stakeholders and partners pose during a youth leadership forum.. [Courtesy]

Africa creates about three million formal jobs annually, against up to 12 million young people entering the labour market each year, widening unemployment and distrust in public institutions.

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