Mbeki rejects government's claim that more jobs have been created

Former South African President Thabo Mbeki has publicly dismissed the government's assertion that significant job creation progress has been made. Speaking at a recent event, Mbeki criticized the administration for presenting a misleading narrative about the country's unemployment crisis. He argued that despite claims of economic recovery, the data does not reflect a substantial improvement in job opportunities, particularly for the youth and low-income households. Mbeki's comments come amidst growing public discontent over South Africa's high unemployment rates and economic challenges, further fueling the debate on the government's ability to deliver on its promises.