Vol. 2001 No. 1 (2001)
Public Work Programmes and Youth Poverty Reduction in South African Towns: A Job Creation and Earnings Stability Study
Mamphela Ngubane, Department of Advanced Studies, University of Fort Hare
Khaya Mahlangu, Department of Advanced Studies, Graduate School of Business, UCT
Sibongile Ntshwana, University of Fort Hare
Nkosana Mqulikhu, Department of Advanced Studies, SA Astronomical Observatory (SAAO)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18737736
Published: May 15, 2001
Abstract
Public work programmes have been implemented in South African towns to combat youth poverty through job creation. The analysis employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from surveys with qualitative insights from focus group discussions. There was an increase in employment opportunities for youths by 25% within the first year of programme implementation. Public work programmes significantly improved earnings stability among participants, highlighting their effectiveness in reducing youth poverty. Continuation and expansion of these programmes are recommended to further address unemployment and income insecurity.
How to Cite
Mamphela Ngubane, Khaya Mahlangu, Sibongile Ntshwana, Nkosana Mqulikhu (2001). Public Work Programmes and Youth Poverty Reduction in South African Towns: A Job Creation and Earnings Stability Study. African Urban History (Planning/Social/Historical/Econ), Vol. 2001 No. 1 (2001). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18737736
Keywords
African GeographyJob Creation StrategiesPoverty ReductionMixed MethodsYouth Employment ProgrammesEconomic StabilityCommunity Development Initiatives