The Johannesburg Business School (JBS), through its Centre for Entrepreneurship (JBSCE), officially launched the first day of its three-day JBSCE × B-BBEE Commission Youth Month Symposium, bringing together leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics and young people to engage in critical conversations Read the full story
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has launched “Phanda Thursday,” a shiny new national weekly outreach initiative which kicked off on 28 May 2026 in Embalenhle, Secunda. The programme promises to bring career guidance, entrepreneurship support, funding access, skills development, Read the full story
For Luthando Madhlopa, empowerment begins with dignity, confidence and access to opportunity. As the new Chairperson of A Million Girls Foundation, she is helping shape a future where young girls across Africa are equipped not only to stay in school Read the full story
The National Empowerment Fund (NEF), in partnership with the Rand Water Foundation (RWF) will host a strategic webinar aimed at unlocking opportunities within South Africa’s water and sanitation sector. The online session, scheduled for 6 March 2026 from 10:00 to Read the full story
Boxing has long stood as a black-dominated sport not only in numbers, but in dominance and global influence. From township gyms to world championship arenas, black fighters have defined the tempo, toughness and artistry of the sport. For generations, the Read the full story
In the heart of Eldorado Park, four young men decided to turn their shared love for music, sound and community into something bigger than themselves. In 2020, at a time when uncertainty clouded the world, Malcom Wax and his co-founders, Read the full story
As the founder and Creative Director of Sbhiva clothing brand, Sihle Dube (32) is delivering high-quality casualwear and vintage fashion. When did you start Sbhiva? I started Sbhiva, which is township slang for the Beetle car, in 2017. I started Read the full story
In this opinion piece, The President of the National African Federated Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NAFCOC), Gilbert Mosena, addresses one of South Africa’s most pressing challenges: youth unemployment. Mosena outlines NAFCOC’s current efforts to empower young South Africans by Read the full story
The African Footprint of Hope Organisation (AFOHO) commits itself to changing people’s lives for the better. Founder and CEO Nolitha Nkomana shares insights. “AFOHO is a multifaceted organisation committed to holistic community upliftment in the Eastern Cape.” Where are you Read the full story
South Africa is in need of young, dynamic leaders to step up and make a difference. I believe it’s time for us to take charge in shaping the future, and there’s no better opportunity than joining the National Youth Development Read the full story