SOUTH AFRICA'S UNEMPLOYMENT RATE RISES TO 33.6% IN Q2 2026.(PHOTO).

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  South Africa's Unemployment Rate Rises to 33.6% in Q2 2026 South Africa's unemployment rate climbed to 33.6% in the second quarter of 2026, up from 32.7% in the first quarter, according to new figures from the national statistics department. The number of unemployed people rose to 8.5 million, while the number of employed people fell by 16,000 to 16.7 million. The data shows job losses across key sectors including community and social services, mining, agriculture, manufacturing and utilities. The steepest declines were recorded in the Western Cape, Gauteng, and North West provinces. Officials did not provide clear reasons for the downturn, leaving the main drivers of the rising unemployment rate uncertain.

KILLING OF TIV YOUTH SPARKS FRESH SECURITY FEARS IN TARABA. (PHOTO).


 KILLING OF TIV YOUTH SPARKS FRESH SECURITY FEARS IN TARABA 


8th February, 2026  


The killing of Mr. Stephen Terkaa Terkuma, a Tiv youth who was shot dead while riding a motorcycle from Amadu to Takum, has raised fresh concerns over the worsening security situation in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State.


The incident, which occurred along the Amadu–Takum route, has left residents in shock, with fears mounting over the safety of road users and traders in the area.


Local sources say the assailants are yet to be identified, as community members lament a rise in violent attacks in recent weeks.


Residents are calling on security agencies to intensify patrols and investigations, while urging the Taraba State Government to take urgent measures to restore confidence and ensure the safety of lives and property across the local government area.

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