Exploring the Contribution of Non-profits in Promoting Youth Employment and Livelihoods in Zimbabwe

Literature Review – 2025

Zimbabwe’s young people face significant barriers to securing meaningful employment, yet the non-profit sector has become an important source of opportunity through skills development, entrepreneurship support, livelihood programmes, and direct employment. This report explores how non-profit organisations are contributing to the creation of dignified and fulfilling work for young Zimbabweans, examining both their economic impact and their role in expanding opportunities for youth. Drawing on existing research and evidence, it offers valuable insights into the challenges, successes, and potential of the sector in shaping a more inclusive future for Zimbabwe’s next generation.