Thousands of job seekers had gathered at CT ICC

Mluleki Mrwebi
26 October 2012

Thousands of unemployed people today had gathered at the labour department's Jobs Fair in Cape Town.

Labour Minister Mildred Oliphant had called for unemployed people to come to the Cape Town Convention Centre to meet prospective employers or government departments that could assist with employment or learning.

Oliphant addressed the crowd and explained the department's initiatives, offering encouragement and hope for them.

She said through the Unemployment Insurance Fund R37.8 billion had been invested in government bonds and parastatals, for infrastructure improvement and job creation.

Some of the job seekers arrived at the venue as early as 5:30am to be early. 

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