Nerja is becoming an important economic hub in the Axarquia region. According to the latest Social Security data, the town is leading the reduction of unemployment on the Eastern Costa del Sol.
Nerja has seen a 13.43 per cent drop in unemployment compared to the same month in 2024. Concretely, this translates to 202 fewer job seekers, including 39 individuals who found work since March.
Mayor José Alberto Armijo expressed his satisfaction with these positive results in a social media post. He is attributing the success to strong cooperation between the local authorities and businesses in Nerja, especially in the services sector. “Nerja is proving to be a town with great potential for employment and investment,” he concluded, pointing out the municipality’s growing economic strength.
Employment Councillor Ángela Díaz reaffirmed the town hall’s commitment to creating sustainable job growth. She highlighted ongoing initiatives aimed at promoting stable and high-quality employment, ensuring that all residents of Nerja and Maro have access to professional opportunities.
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