If you're in the market for a new suitor, you may want to steer clear of South Africa.
The country's Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it will no longer accept applications from companies that don't want to do business there, the New York Times reports.
In a statement, the chamber says it was "unable to find a suitably qualified individual to take up the position."
Instead, it will accept applications from companies that want to do business in the country, but those that want to do business in a non-Southern African country.
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry's South African director says the decision was made because the country's business climate is not conducive to doing business there.
South Africa has some of the highest unemployment rates in the world, and the Times notes that many young people are struggling to find work.
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry's South African director says the unemployment rate for young people in the country is around 25%, and many of those who do find work are from poorer parts of the country.
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry's South African director says the decision was made because the country's business climate is not conducive to doing business in a non-Southern African country.
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