RC 260826SAfmAngela Ludek
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
Quantum focused on making South Africa’s funding, municipal budgets and entry-level jobs more accessible, with practical guidance for entrepreneurs, voters and young job seekers.
- 03:54
The creative economy generated approximately R211 billion for South Africa’s GDP in 2023, while the wider cultural, creative and sports sector supported about 1.4 million jobs.
- 04:09
Forty-five percent of municipalities adopted unfunded budgets worth more than R288 billion in commitments, raising concerns about service delivery and unrealistic election promises.
- 04:35
Voters were urged to check their municipality’s audit opinion, whether its budget was funded, and how much outstanding debt had been written off before local elections.
- 04:40
SA Youth listed opportunities for unemployed South Africans aged 18 to 34, including an NYS placement in the North West and a Soweto wellness opportunity closing on 15 September.
- 04:47
Job Jack CEO Hein Bellingham said CV-only screening excludes capable first-time applicants; employers should use assessments to identify resilience, motivation and suitability for entry-level roles.