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.

MICHELLE OBAMA BLUNTLY DESCRIBES THE 'NEW VERSION' OF AMERICA WITH A 5-LETTER WORD. (PHOTO).


 Michelle Obama bluntly describes the 'new version' of America with a 5-letter word


Michelle Obama reflected on the current state of the United States during a conversation with comedian Hasan Minhaj on her show IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson. 


She described the nation as being in a “janky” era, but emphasized that each phase of the country’s evolution contributes to growth. 


Obama explained that new versions of America don’t erase the old ones, but instead offer opportunities to learn and adapt. Minhaj agreed, humorously adding that things are “super jank” right now.


Despite acknowledging challenges, Obama struck an optimistic tone, pointing to examples of communities standing together in difficult times. 


She highlighted Minnesota as a powerful reminder of what people can accomplish when they unite to protect one another. 


According to her, moments of struggle reveal the strength of collective action, something that isn’t always visible when circumstances are smoother. She suggested that adversity can sharpen the nation’s ability to confront its truths.


Obama concluded by noting that the U.S. hasn’t been this “janky” in a long time, and that the country’s “muscle” for understanding itself had grown lax. 


Still, she expressed confidence that Americans can rebuild that strength and emerge stronger. 


Her comments framed the current turbulence not as permanent decline but as part of a cycle of renewal, underscoring her belief in resilience and growth through hardship.

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