Youth Matters

Toyota SA and YES partnership drives youth employment in the automotive sector

Toyota South Africa and the Youth Employment Service (YES) are celebrating the conclusion of Toyota’s sixth YES programme, which has equipped 712 young South Africans – 63% of them being women – with valuable skills to advance their careers in this...

YES partners with Sanlam to launch innovative youth supply development initiative

The Youth Employment Service (YES) and Sanlam have partnered to launch an exciting initiative to support 60 youth-owned businesses across South Africa’s creative, green, and digital economy sectors. This partnership marks a logical next step in...

How sports can bridge the financial literacy gap among the youth

By Tobie Van Heerden, CEO at 10X InvestmentsIn an era where financial literacy is becoming increasingly critical for navigating life’s challenges, there remains a concerning gap in young people’s understanding of money management, budgeting, and...

Investing in the youth today paves the way for a new generation of leaders

By Leanne Emery-Hunter, COO of Youth Employment Service (YES) Every morning, a symphony of success stories drives me to my desk – narratives of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of opportunity. Given the youth unemployment figures in...

For the youth by the youth

Hi, my name is Veronicca Ndhlovu. I am 17 and a Grade 11 student. I have a tight group of girls and we share all kinds of advice on life, love and our dreams. One of the girls is pregnant, she still comes to school, she didn’t use a condom or she...

HEALA Chew On This Episode 4: Is the Sugar Industry Lying to Us?

The fourth episode of the Healthy Living Alliance’s (HEALA) thought-provoking web series, Chew on This, is now available.   Titled “Is the Sugar Industry Lying to Us?”, this episode critically examines the Health Promotion Levy (HPL) on...

The Art of Mergers and Acquisitions: Mastering the Strategy for Business Growth

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, mergers and acquisitions have become an integral part of a company’s growth strategy. The art of successfully navigating these complex processes requires a deep understanding of the industry...

Mastering your IT CV – A guide for aspiring tech wizards

Hey there, all you tech enthusiasts and future IT stars! Are you ready to navigate the complex world of crafting that perfect CV? In today’s digital marketplace, your curriculum vitae is your golden ticket to unlocking IT opportunities. But...

HEALA Chew On This Episode 3: How is Big Food Stalking Our Children?

Third episode of web series, Chew on This, looks into aggressive food marketing targeting children and calls on viewers to sign petition. “My name is Vuyiseka Mangele and I’m the mother of Mihlayonke. At just five years old, my daughter...
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