Arab world leads in youth unemployment
Global youth unemployment rates increased in 2025, reaching 12.4%, with approximately 67 million young people unemployed. This marks a decline from the job market improvements seen after the COVID-19 pandemic. Arab countries topped the regions in youth unemployment, with a rate of 26.2%, followed by North Africa at 22.6%. The International Labour Organization reported that the shrinking of mid-skilled jobs—the primary entry point for youth into the labor market—has led to increased competition and delayed hiring, while high-skilled jobs continue to expand. The organization also warned that the spread of artificial intelligence could threaten around 5.6 million jobs for young people aged 15 to 29, especially in high-income countries, further complicating access to stable employment opportunities for youth.
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