How Football Can Help Address Youth Unemployment in Eswatini

Football has the potential to be a powerful tool in addressing the issue of youth unemployment in Eswatini. With an estimated 30% of the country’s youth population currently unemployed, the need for effective solutions is more pressing than ever.

One way football can help is by providing young people with valuable skills and experiences that are transferable to the workplace. Through football, young people can learn important soft skills such as teamwork, communication, and leadership, as well as develop a strong work ethic and discipline.

In addition to this, football can also create job opportunities within the sports industry. This includes positions such as coaches, referees, and administrators. With the development of Atibuye Emasisweni’s football talent identification and development initiative, more young people will have access to high-quality football coaching and training, which will increase the pool of talent available to the sports industry in Eswatini.

Furthermore, football has the potential to stimulate economic growth in the country. The sport can create opportunities for entrepreneurship, particularly in areas such as merchandise sales and event management. Football can also attract tourism to the country, with the potential for sports tourism to become a major contributor to the economy.

It is important to note, however, that football alone cannot solve the issue of youth unemployment in Eswatini. A multi-faceted approach that involves education, training, and job creation programs is necessary. However, football can play a crucial role in this approach by providing young people with the skills and experiences they need to succeed in the workplace and contribute to the country’s economic growth.

At Atibuye Emasisweni, we believe that football can be a powerful tool for positive change in Eswatini. By providing access to high-quality football coaching and training, we aim to empower young people with the skills they need to succeed both on and off the field. Through our initiative, we hope to contribute to the development of a brighter future for Eswatini’s youth and economy.