June 15 confirmed as special school holiday countrywide
Mpumalanga MEC for Education, Lindi Masina, said the occasion serves as a reminder of the important role young people play in shaping the nation.
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MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko shares birthday at local children’s home
The MEC further reflected on the significance of her birthday, describing it as a moment to consider the legacy individuals leave behind and their responsibility towards future generations.
SALGA calls on young people to participate in elections
SALGA Youth Commission Chairperson Lucky Sele said one of the most concerning findings is that more than 60% of non-registered young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 do not intend to register to vote
Gauteng and Free State learners invited to enter South Africa-China video competition
The initiative encourages learners in Grades 8 to 12 to create a two- to three-minute video showcasing cultural, educational, economic, technological, or social links between the two countries.
Hlaku Foundation to host youth football tournament in Soweto
The tournament will bring together football teams from different parts of Soweto, creating a platform for young talent to showcase their skills while commemorating Youth Day.
Young people invited to participate in Gauteng e-Gov G13 Hackathon
The hackathon events will be rolled out across Gautengโs five corridors, namely the West Rand, Sedibeng, Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni and Tshwane, during June 2026.
Finance MMC Dlabathi tables R71 billion budget towards infrastructure, service delivery
MMC Dlabathi also announced a R3.3 billion capital budget aimed at strengthening infrastructure and service delivery.
Tideโs Youth Talk Podcasting with Sherry
The initiator of this trend is Chinese-American TikToker Sherry Zhu, whose ancestral home is Pinghu, Zhejiang.
Treasury launches 13th Jobs Fund application round
Since its inception in 2011, the Jobs Fund has committed R7.7 billion in public funding, leveraging an additional R15.7 billion in matched contributions from partners.
2026 Youth Month Launch calls for decisive action for young people all-year round
Dr Myende called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to declare youth unemployment a national disaster, arguing that such a move would unlock urgent and coordinated responses across government and the private sector.
