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Tens of thousands of young graduates in South Africa are struggling to find jobs.

Currently the country is facing dismal economic growth, high unemployment rates and social inequalities.

Every year, thousands of students graduate from universities across South Africa. For many, a degree is the only way out of poverty.

The future of South Africa’s expanding population of jobless youth remains uncertain. Analysts warn that the unemployment crisis is a ticking time bomb and is one of the government’s most pressing challenges, especially as the country heads towards crucial local elections in August.

CCTV’s Maria Galang has this report.