Country Comparison
South AfricavsUnited KingdomUnemployment
Share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment.
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South Africa
United Kingdom
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South Africa | United Kingdom | |
|---|---|---|
| Latest Value | 32.4% | 4.7% |
| Latest Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| YoY Change | +0.3% | +8.8% |
| Record High | 34.0% (2021) | 10.3% (1993) |