Global youth unemployment rises amid AI threat

Global youth unemployment is projected to rise to 12.4% in 2025, amounting to approximately 67 million young people. This increase is driven by weak economic growth, geopolitical tensions, and delayed job opportunities. Additionally, the number of young people outside the labor market and training systems has exceeded 257 million, representing 20% of the youth population. Arab countries lead the figures with a youth unemployment rate of 26.2%, followed by North Africa at 22.6%. The market is experiencing a decline in opportunities for mid-skilled jobs, while high-skilled jobs are increasing. However, artificial intelligence poses a threat to 6.1% of the most vulnerable youth jobs, putting about 5.6 million young people—particularly in high-income countries—at risk of unemployment or career shifts. The challenge is even more severe in developing economies, where 90% of young people accept informal jobs due to the lack of alternatives, amid declining employment opportunities following the COVID-19 pandemic.

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