Dj Zinhle says SA youth are unemployable
A clip of an interview featuring DJ Zinhle on radio station 702 quickly gained traction, as numerous social media users seized the opportunity to challenge her perspectives.
In the short clip, DJ Zinhle, also known as Zinhle Jiyane, humorously discusses the challenges she encounters when hiring young people for her Era stores.
Zinhle acknowledged that there is an unemployment crisis in the country, but there is also a skills shortage, as she shared her struggles of finding three people for her accessories store.The clip and her controversial views have caused quite the uproar online, with many not agreeing with the business owner’s harsh sentiments.
What special skill does anyone need to sell earings and handbags @DJZinhle???https://t.co/lQALlXamdv
— Norma Kay (@realnorma_kay) May 19, 2024
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Several social media users raised an interesting point about DJ Zinhle’s perspective, questioning what actions she takes as an employer to enhance the skills of her employees.
DJ Zinhle is constantly making waves in the social media world, captivating attention with her personal life and career. She’s no stranger to trending topics.
Amidst the buzz surrounding her name, DJ Zinhle took to the internet to offer a sincere apology if she unintentionally offended anyone. She clarified that her intention was never to attack the youth and emphasised that, as a small business owner, she actively employs and provides training opportunities to individuals.
She clarified that her statement wasn’t meant to imply that the youth are lazy, but rather highlighted the lack of opportunities for them to acquire the necessary skills.
DJ Zinhle’s opinions have definitely sparked a lively debate on social media, with some users taking offence and accusing her of being insulting.
Maybe another thing I need to explain is that I was not saying that the youth is lazy, not at all.
I was saying that we don’t have the skills we need because we don’t have the opportunities we need to learn the skills.
Education isn’t accessible to all, that’s not because…
— #ERAbyDJZinhle #ZeeNation (@DJZinhle) May 19, 2024
