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The study aims to assess the impact of public work programmes on reducing youth poverty in South African towns.

February 25, 2026Open Access

Public Work Programmes and Youth Poverty Reduction in South African Towns: A Job Creation and Earnings Stability Study

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The study aims to assess the impact of public work programmes on reducing youth poverty in South African towns.
Utilized a mixed-methods approach combining quantitative surveys and qualitative focus group discussions.
Analyzed employment changes within the first year of programme implementation.
Assessed the impact on earnings stability among youth participants.
Increased employment opportunities for youths by 25% within the first year.
Significant improvement in earnings stability among participants.
Effective in reducing youth poverty, supporting programme expansion.

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Mixed-methods analysis reveals public work programmes boost job creation and earnings stability in youths, suggesting broadening initiatives.

Ngubane et al. (2001) studied this question.

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Mixed-methods analysis reveals public work programmes boost job creation and earnings stability in youths, suggesting broadening initiatives.