The opening day of the 2026 GTAC Public Economics Conference lays the foundation for understanding South Africa's youth unemployment challenge through data and evidence. Featuring keynote presentations, expert talks and panel discussions, these sessions explore how youth unemployment is measured, labour market trends since 1994, the informal economy, and why accurate data is essential for designing effective public policy. Watch leading economists, researchers and policymakers unpack the evidence behind one of South Africa's most pressing economic challenges. Please visit the GTAC Knowledge Hub to access all of our learning resources : www.gtac.gov.za/knowledge-hub/