Ramaphosa urges action to tackle barriers causing youth unemployment [SOUND]

# President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent action to remove barriers contributing to youth unemployment. He was speaking at a youth employment conference in Sandton, Johannesburg. Ramaphosa says many young people remain jobless despite completing their studies and applying for work. He also highlights challenges facing young entrepreneurs who lack funding and business networks. Ramaphosa says government and other stakeholders must work together to create employment opportunities for the youth: