characteristics of south african youth
The demographics of youth make up 40 percent or more of the population in South Africa. According to an online source published in 2006, an overwhelming 97% of the country's 16- to 24-year-olds are proud to call themselves South African. The youth are very supportive of the nation and have confidence that it will grow into a healthy and powerful nation. They feel a sense of belonging to the nation, are patriotic and identify themselves strongly with the South African culture.
Racial differences in educational attainment often have an impact on economic prospects of youth. Research results by the Community Agency for Social Enquiry have reported that in the absence of tertiary education, career opportunities are limited. The figures for whites in completing their matri (in other words, university level) are higher than the blacks, with 21% and 29% respectively. The proportion of whites with post-matri education is eight times higher than that of Africans in the 16-19 age group. In the 20-24 age group, it is fourteen times higher. Results have indicated that Africans choose to continue their higher education at a later stage in life with reasons including family obligations.
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