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Thabang Rapuleng discusses how the recession and tech advancements are putting pressure on jobs in SA

Employment Director Thabang Rapuleng joined SABC's Morning Live to discuss how the recession and tech advancements are putting pressure on jobs in South Africa.

9 Nov 2018 Video

Employment Director Thabang Rapuleng joined SABC's Morning Live to discuss how the recession and tech advancements are putting pressure on jobs in South Africa. 

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