According to StatsSA, those aged between 15 to 35 account for 63% of the population. So when the country's economic troubles worsen, the youth bear a disproportionate burden. As we approach the 2024 elections, the Weekend Report has established a platform for political youth leaders to offer their perspectives on the difficulties confronting the young majority and to engage in debates about how they envision South Africa's future.

EFF Student Command Leader Sihle Lonzi, National Freedom Party's Gauteng Leader and Student Movement National Spokesperson, Innocent Shezi and Democratic Alliance Youth Leader, Nicholas Nyati speak to Newzroom Afrika's Masechaba Khumalo about their party's plans to address youth unemployment.

Tune into Newzroom Afrika DStv channel 405 for more.