South Africa faces the highest unemployment rate in the world at approximately 28.8%. The country has struggled with joblessness due to a variety of economic challenges and structural issues within its labor market
With a rate of 26.6%, Tuvalu's unemployment is primarily due to its small economy and limited job opportunities. The country’s geographical isolation further exacerbates employment challenges
Djibouti has an unemployment rate of around 26.1%. Economic constraints and limited diversification have hindered job creation, contributing to the high unemployment rate
At 25.0%, Equatorial Guinea’s high unemployment is tied to its over-reliance on the oil sector, which has not generated sufficient employment opportunities for the broader population
Botswana's unemployment rate stands at 23.6%. Despite being one of Africa's more stable economies, it faces significant challenges in creating enough jobs for its growing population