However, the Western Cape is the only province whose official unemployment rate has decreased year-on-year.DA Western Cape Finance spokesperson is Deidré Baartman.
“While the Western Cape remains the province with the lowest official and expanded unemployment rates, at 20,4% and 23,8% respectively, it is concerning to note a slight increase in these figures from the previous quarter. I will be meeting with Western Cape Minister of Finance, Economic Opportunities, and Tourism David Maynier, to determine how the DA-led Western Cape Government is helping to improve job creation and enable economic growth in our province.