Youth, Jobs, and Just Transition: What the Green Economy Could Mean for South Africa

In this episode of the TIPS Podcast Series, we explore the role of young people in South Africa’s just transition and what the green economy could offer in terms of jobs, skills, and long-term opportunity.Host Lesego Moshikaro-Amani speaks with Dr. Sinazo Ntsonge, a sustainable development economist at TIPS and former consultant to the Presidency, about how the country can meaningfully include youth in the shift toward a more sustainable and inclusive economy.Together, they unpack:The reforms needed in education and training systemsHow to make green jobs viable, aspirational careersThe evolving role of TVET colleges in a greener skills landscapeThe importance of advocacy, partnerships, and fundingWhy youth must be seen as co-creators, not just recipients, of the transitionWhether you’re a policymaker, educator, or youth advocate, this episode offers fresh insight into building a future that puts young people at the center of economic transformation.Visit www.tips.org.za for more from Trade & Industrial Policy Strategies.