/ 22 August 2024

Does South Africa’s call centre industry have the potential to combat unemployment?

Call Centre State Farm 2
Ringing true: Call centres have the potential to create many jobs in South Africa. Photo: Supplied

Experts say many young people get into the industry out of sheer desperation

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