Senegal launches farming initiative to empower jobless graduates
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Senegal is trying to get more young people into farming by offering loans, training and other incentives. It’s in response to the high rate of unemployment. One in three young people are out of a job.
Breakdown
- Senegalese graduates are increasingly turning to agriculture due to high unemployment. 34s
- Unemployment among graduates is above 20 percent, with one in three out of work. 45s
- The government is providing loans and training to encourage farming careers. 2m 0s
- Many young people are leaving other professions to pursue agriculture. 2m 5s
- The initiative aims to reduce reliance on food imports and promote food sovereignty. 2m 33s