# AZAPO condemns the Government of National Unity as unemployment rose to 33.7-percent in the third quarter of 2026. Statistics South Africa says the number of unemployed people increased by 97-thousand to 8.6-million, despite 101-thousand jobs being created. AZAPO spokesperson Phakamisile Mooi says the organisation regards unemployment as an indictment of the GNU’s failed economic response. He also condemns the 3.5-percent salary increases for ministers and Members of Parliament, and the four-percent increases for judges, magistrates and traditional leaders, while millions of people remain jobless.
AZAPO condemns GNU as unemployment hits 33.7%