AGP Executive Report
Last update: 28 minutes agoYouth Employment Crunch: The ILO warns youth unemployment is rising and entry-level jobs are shrinking, with AI putting millions of young workers at risk as “clerical and service” roles get squeezed. Wages & Living Standards: South Africa’s minimum wage review is open for public input, with critics saying the current floor is far below a living wage and leaves workers exposed to emergencies. Gender Pay Gap Plan: Bulgaria’s labour ministry published a 2027–2028 action plan aimed at cutting the gender pay gap, improving access to jobs, and boosting pay transparency and leadership representation. Second-Career Pathways: Malaysia’s veterans’ affairs unit is expanding second-career options via training and new private-sector collaborations after service. Job Market Signals (South Africa): Statistics SA reports unemployment at 33.6% in Q2 2026, with job losses varying by metro. Hiring & Training Events: Fort Hays State University is hosting a part-time job fair for employers, while multiple regions push job fairs and skills programs for young people. Labour Rights: Education support staff in Cyprus protest job security and unpaid wages, seeking clearer employment and pay arrangements.
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