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“We, as the youth, should take charge and be
responsible. The youth should make decisions
that will allow them to lead in the future, and
not to be led by the unfortunate circumstances
they are exposed to. Materialism should not be
a huge motivator, but rather the transformation
of lives, especially of those in rural villages. We
should work on a positive moral fibre that the
ones coming after us can easily emulate."
– Mukovhe Masutha
Read the interview on page 6.
YOUNG MOVERS & SHAKERS AFRICA MAGAZINE
“We, as the youth, should take charge and be
responsible. The youth should make decisions
that will allow them to lead in the future, and
not to be led by the unfortunate circumstances
they are exposed to. Materialism should not be
a huge motivator, but rather the transformation
of lives, especially of those in rural villages. We
should work on a positive moral fibre that the
ones coming after us can easily emulate."
– Mukovhe Masutha
Read the interview on page 6.
YOUNG MOVERS & SHAKERS AFRICA MAGAZINE
YMS CELEBRATING AFRICA’S YOUNG LEADERS YMS
AFRICA
AFRICA
since 2011
YOUNG MOVERS & SHAKERS
2nd Quarter 2017
Published by
YMS PUBLISHING
[email protected]
Postal Address
YOUNG MOVERS & SHAKERS P.O. Box 782391
Sandton, 2146
4 Nkosinathi Moshoana South Africa
Through research, we found out that 67% of students
transformation struggle that exists in transitioning
Driving Youth Spearheading Tell us about Thusanani foundation. associating with these organisations I understood the Nonhlanhla Ngeleza
funded by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme
from a high school student to tertiary level.
What drives you to carry out this work?
(NSFAS) between the years 2000 and 2010 dropped
I believe in social constructionism, which is, the
out of tertiary education institutions without a quali-
world is what we make it out to be and that all events
fication. We also identified the existence of exclusion
in participating in high level education especially by
are socially constructed. I want to see the brutality
Development Youth rural and township students. of high education systems lifted and lives of villagers [email protected]
improved.
As young people predominantly from rural commu-
nities, we decided to trace what worked well in our
South Africa’s youth unemployment rate is at 70%.
lives that lead them to be successful in their studies in
How should we eradicate this?
By increasing the capacity of tertiary institutions,
order for us to come with a solution that would solve
+27 73 553 2572
implementation of free higher education and skills
this problem. We then established Thusanani Founda-
training, the unemployment rate can be eradicated.
tion to focus our attention in improving and increas-
There exists a direct relation in unemployment and
ing the number of students with limited resources
6 Mukovhe Masutha Empowerment from the rural and township areas who get accepted to unemployability in South Africa. A large number of
unemployable South Africans are without higher level
tertiary institutions and giving the resources and sup-
of education and lack skills to use in the workplace.
port required for them to finish studies successfully.
We gained rapid growth as many people joined in as
An increased number of individuals absorbed into the
volunteers, enabling us to reach out to as many people
Passionate about youth devel-
higher learning system would bear a positive outcome
in equipping students with necessary skills required
on a much broader spectrum. Over the years, we
opment, Mukovhe Masutha
in the work place. A national youth service can be
realised the impact of our initiative as the number of
Spearheading Youth co-founded the Thusanani foun- students grew. As a result, we scaled up and expanded introduced for those who cannot be absorbed to be Sub-editors:
involved in community based services such as the
to other rural communities in the Eastern Cape, Kwa-
military, police force, health corps in order for them to
Zulu-Natal, Limpopo and similar places.
Can you share with us the fruits of this success?
dation which offers bursaries to
get work experience.
We have reached a pass rate of 90 percent, compared
How would you encourage young people to take up
to the national pass rate standard of 34 percent. Over
leadership positions?
students from South Africa’s ru-
We, as youth, should take charge and be responsible.
300 of our students have graduated in May 2017, with
Development ral communities and assists them close to 450 distinctions. They came from Limpopo, The youth should make decisions that will allow the Susan Williams
KwaZulu-Natal, North West, Mpumalanga and the
future to be lead by them and not the unfortunate cir-
throughout their studies in order
cumstances they are imposed to. Materialism should
Free-State to Johannesburg to receive their awards. We
not be a huge motivator rather the transformation of
attribute this success rate to a peer to pear approach
that informs our model. The students have proven to
lives, especially in rural villages. We should work on
for them to successfully complete
can easily emulate.
and provided with all the necessary support needed by
tertiary education. This endeav- be self-driven. This proves that, when fully subsidised the positive moral fibre that the ones coming after us Angela Gibson
a student, young people perform exceptionally well in
In your view, are there good youth leaders in SA?
their academic activities.
Yes, there are plenty of organisations that are led by
our has been a huge success, re- What other youth development initiatives are you dedicated young leaders across the country, who are
doing exceptionally well and have produced good re-
involved in?
sulting in a 90 percent pass rate We’ve recently just established a centre for emerging sults. As it is, our organisation has about 300 students Cherllyn Ntombi
researchers whose sole purpose is to encourage young
who have managed to obtain close to 450 distinctions
and 300 students obtaining close African students to pursue post-graduate studies and in their studies. For them to achieve this is because of
6
groom them as researchers who will contribute toward self determination and good leadership within their
to 450 distinctions in their studies the transformative narrative of the economy in the communities. Layout & Design: A&O
post-apartheid South Africa.
What kind of vision do you have for South Africa’s
last year alone. ship and development initiatives? Every young person must aspire to change the eco-
youth?
How long have you been involved in youth leader-
Since 2007, when I arrived at tertiary. I was welcomed nomical standing of the country, to involve themselves
by youth organisations who inducted mainly new in projects that will positively create the direction of
students in the tertiary environment and informed the quality of life they want to live.
us about different challenges that exist on campus. By
LEADERSHIP
YMSAFRICA.COM 7 Printed by
6 YMSAFRICA.COM
Imprimatic Printers
8 James Ngobeni No.22 Jorissen Street,
Braamfontein
Leading Transformation Johannesburg, South Africa.
Young Movers and Shakers
Africa Magazine is a
leadership and career focused
publication aimed at informing
EDUCATION CAREERS young people about South
African and international
opportunities in careers,
18 A Career In Air Traffic
10 Bursary Programmes . Control Management education, entrepreneurship
and
13 Learnerships leadership development.
The production team is made
walks of life but with the same
up of youth from different
4 On the Front Cover: Nkosinathi Moshoana young people never miss out
passion for ensuring that
on opportunities as a result of
lack of information.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
22 Anzisha Prize Fellows
YMS AFRICA Magazine would like to extend our sincere appreciation
and gratitude to our sponsors:
Absa, Ster-Kinekor Entertainment & Primedia
27 Young Courageous Dreamers 28 Nobuhle Dreams Big
YMSAFRICA.COM 3
2 YMSAFRICA.COM
YMS CELEBRATING AFRICA’S YOUNG LEADERS YMS
AFRICA
AFRICA
since 2011
YOUNG MOVERS & SHAKERS
2nd Quarter 2017
Published by
YMS PUBLISHING
[email protected]
Postal Address
YOUNG MOVERS & SHAKERS P.O. Box 782391
Sandton, 2146
4 Nkosinathi Moshoana South Africa
Through research, we found out that 67% of students
transformation struggle that exists in transitioning
Driving Youth Spearheading Tell us about Thusanani foundation. associating with these organisations I understood the Nonhlanhla Ngeleza
funded by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme
from a high school student to tertiary level.
What drives you to carry out this work?
(NSFAS) between the years 2000 and 2010 dropped
I believe in social constructionism, which is, the
out of tertiary education institutions without a quali-
world is what we make it out to be and that all events
fication. We also identified the existence of exclusion
in participating in high level education especially by
are socially constructed. I want to see the brutality
Development Youth rural and township students. of high education systems lifted and lives of villagers [email protected]
improved.
As young people predominantly from rural commu-
nities, we decided to trace what worked well in our
South Africa’s youth unemployment rate is at 70%.
lives that lead them to be successful in their studies in
How should we eradicate this?
By increasing the capacity of tertiary institutions,
order for us to come with a solution that would solve
+27 73 553 2572
implementation of free higher education and skills
this problem. We then established Thusanani Founda-
training, the unemployment rate can be eradicated.
tion to focus our attention in improving and increas-
There exists a direct relation in unemployment and
ing the number of students with limited resources
6 Mukovhe Masutha Empowerment from the rural and township areas who get accepted to unemployability in South Africa. A large number of
tertiary institutions and giving the resources and sup-
unemployable South Africans are without higher level
of education and lack skills to use in the workplace.
port required for them to finish studies successfully.
An increased number of individuals absorbed into the
We gained rapid growth as many people joined in as
Passionate about youth devel-
volunteers, enabling us to reach out to as many people
higher learning system would bear a positive outcome
in equipping students with necessary skills required
on a much broader spectrum. Over the years, we
opment, Mukovhe Masutha
in the work place. A national youth service can be
realised the impact of our initiative as the number of
Spearheading Youth co-founded the Thusanani foun- students grew. As a result, we scaled up and expanded introduced for those who cannot be absorbed to be Sub-editors:
involved in community based services such as the
to other rural communities in the Eastern Cape, Kwa-
military, police force, health corps in order for them to
Zulu-Natal, Limpopo and similar places.
Can you share with us the fruits of this success?
dation which offers bursaries to
get work experience.
We have reached a pass rate of 90 percent, compared
How would you encourage young people to take up
to the national pass rate standard of 34 percent. Over
leadership positions?
students from South Africa’s ru-
We, as youth, should take charge and be responsible.
300 of our students have graduated in May 2017, with
Development ral communities and assists them close to 450 distinctions. They came from Limpopo, The youth should make decisions that will allow the Susan Williams
KwaZulu-Natal, North West, Mpumalanga and the
future to be lead by them and not the unfortunate cir-
throughout their studies in order
cumstances they are imposed to. Materialism should
Free-State to Johannesburg to receive their awards. We
not be a huge motivator rather the transformation of
attribute this success rate to a peer to pear approach
that informs our model. The students have proven to
lives, especially in rural villages. We should work on
for them to successfully complete
can easily emulate.
and provided with all the necessary support needed by
tertiary education. This endeav- be self-driven. This proves that, when fully subsidised the positive moral fibre that the ones coming after us Angela Gibson
a student, young people perform exceptionally well in
In your view, are there good youth leaders in SA?
their academic activities.
Yes, there are plenty of organisations that are led by
our has been a huge success, re- What other youth development initiatives are you dedicated young leaders across the country, who are
doing exceptionally well and have produced good re-
involved in?
sulting in a 90 percent pass rate We’ve recently just established a centre for emerging sults. As it is, our organisation has about 300 students Cherllyn Ntombi
researchers whose sole purpose is to encourage young
who have managed to obtain close to 450 distinctions
and 300 students obtaining close African students to pursue post-graduate studies and in their studies. For them to achieve this is because of
6
groom them as researchers who will contribute toward self determination and good leadership within their
to 450 distinctions in their studies the transformative narrative of the economy in the communities. Layout & Design: A&O
post-apartheid South Africa.
What kind of vision do you have for South Africa’s
youth?
last year alone. ship and development initiatives? Every young person must aspire to change the eco-
How long have you been involved in youth leader-
Since 2007, when I arrived at tertiary. I was welcomed nomical standing of the country, to involve themselves
by youth organisations who inducted mainly new in projects that will positively create the direction of
students in the tertiary environment and informed the quality of life they want to live.
us about different challenges that exist on campus. By
LEADERSHIP
YMSAFRICA.COM 7 Printed by
6 YMSAFRICA.COM
Imprimatic Printers
8 James Ngobeni No.22 Jorissen Street,
Braamfontein
Leading Transformation Johannesburg, South Africa.
Young Movers and Shakers
Africa Magazine is a
leadership and career focused
publication aimed at informing
EDUCATION CAREERS young people about South
African and international
opportunities in careers,
18 A Career In Air Traffic
10 Bursary Programmes . Control Management education, entrepreneurship
and
13 Learnerships leadership development.
The production team is made
walks of life but with the same
up of youth from different
4 On the Front Cover: Nkosinathi Moshoana young people never miss out
passion for ensuring that
on opportunities as a result of
lack of information.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
22 Anzisha Prize Fellows
YMS AFRICA Magazine would like to extend our sincere appreciation
and gratitude to our sponsors:
Absa, Ster-Kinekor Entertainment & Primedia
27 Young Courageous Dreamers 28 Nobuhle Dreams Big
YMSAFRICA.COM 3
2 YMSAFRICA.COM
YOUNG MOVERS & SHAKERS
Driving
Youth
Development
With youth development aligned to his life’s purpose, 26 year old Nkosinathi
Moshoana leads a team that delivers high-impact youth skills development
initiatives to over 90 000 secondary school learners nationally. He advises South
Africa’s youth to be fearless champions of their destinations and to take the
country forward.
Please take us through your career journey. are designed to help South African youth develop the skills follow in your footsteps?
I have always been driven, excited about leading and working needed to participate more meaningfully in the economy. Be fearless. When one is fearless one has the power
with people. I went to Midrand High School and had a great They include a career guidance programme called, My Future, to conquer not only the aspects of business but the
high school career, matriculating with four distinctions in My Career; a financial literacy programme, called Smart- spheres of life as a whole. If you are fearless in your
2009. I was very active at school and participated in athletics, bucks; Step Up 2 Start Up, our entrepreneurship development relationships, fearless at work and fearless in your
soccer, rugby, drama and dancing. I was also a member of the programme and the Matric Maths & Science Revision pro- faith, you will do more than your mind limits you
RCL. During this time I enjoyed taking part in entrepreneur- gramme. to do. You have to push yourself on a continuous
ial activities. I was an events manager and ran events for the What has led you to focus on youth development? basis. Tell yourself that you will do it and never fear
school, with one of my biggest events taking place during my We believe that young people are the wealth of South Africa. failure because failures become lessons. I tell people
matric year, which made R35 000. Our youth is our biggest drive and focus as they are our future. sometimes that they have to run to failure, quickly
I also loved academic work, and I excelled in accounting, In 20 to 30 years from now, they will be adults and be in a po- because the quicker you fail, the quicker you find the
although my true love was business studies. It was the easiest sition where they will have to make the right decision for the right solution.
and best subject for me because I have always had a drive for country. If we do not empower them now, I don’t know where Also try using the ideas that you come up with. You
business. A part of me really wanted to be an entrepreneur. we will be then. So that is the little part that we play. are not given ideas for them to sit in your mind. You
I then enrolled for an investment banking degree at Wits after What motivates you? are given ideas for you to try them.Lastly, I really
matric, but left the degree upon realising that I did not enjoy My family, success, happiness and purpose. I am a Christian believe that a smile goes a long way. If you are good
working with numbers all the time. In the pursuit of my true and I have this innate belief that we were put on this earth for to people, they will be good to you.
passion, I landed a job at an incentive company called TLC a reason, to dominate, to attain, to influence and expand the You spend a lot of time with the youth, where do
marketing, which focuses on creating campaigns that enabled mandate of the universe. you see them in the future?
increased sales on different brands. I then moved on to join Why are you passionate about social development? There are vulnerable youth groups who are easily in-
Primedia as a project assistant in 2015, and because I have Young people are very exciting, and youth development is fluenced by certain lifestyles, and are not that serious
always done more than what is asked from me, I moved up aligned to my life’s purpose. My innate drive is helping young about what the future holds. But on the other hand,
the ladder to my current position as Senior Manager in 2016 people be the best they can be. I faced a lot of challenges very we also have those that are very passionate in mak-
within 18 months. early in my life, and I had to grow up quite fast in order take ing a positive change and breaking new grounds.
What are your responsibilities? up a much bigger role in helping my mother raise me and It an exciting time to re-invent the South African
I lead a team in delivering high-impact youth skills develop- my siblings. This, as well as my other past experiences, have dream and brand it anew. We need to be champions
ment initiatives to over 90 000 underprivileged secondary helped me understand other people’s challenges and help them of our own destination; champions in our own right.
school learners across the country utilizing Ster-Kinekor cin- utilize these challenges in the same way that I did. The youth needs to take charge of the country and
emas as "Theatres of Learning". Our educational programmes What advice do you have for young people who wish to take it forward.
4 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 5
YOUNG MOVERS & SHAKERS
Driving
Youth
Development
With youth development aligned to his life’s purpose, 26 year old Nkosinathi
Moshoana leads a team that delivers high-impact youth skills development
initiatives to over 90 000 secondary school learners nationally. He advises South
Africa’s youth to be fearless champions of their destinations and to take the
country forward.
Please take us through your career journey. are designed to help South African youth develop the skills follow in your footsteps?
I have always been driven, excited about leading and working needed to participate more meaningfully in the economy. Be fearless. When one is fearless one has the power
with people. I went to Midrand High School and had a great They include a career guidance programme called, My Future, to conquer not only the aspects of business but the
high school career, matriculating with four distinctions in My Career; a financial literacy programme, called Smart- spheres of life as a whole. If you are fearless in your
2009. I was very active at school and participated in athletics, bucks; Step Up 2 Start Up, our entrepreneurship development relationships, fearless at work and fearless in your
soccer, rugby, drama and dancing. I was also a member of the programme and the Matric Maths & Science Revision pro- faith, you will do more than your mind limits you
RCL. During this time I enjoyed taking part in entrepreneur- gramme. to do. You have to push yourself on a continuous
ial activities. I was an events manager and ran events for the What has led you to focus on youth development? basis. Tell yourself that you will do it and never fear
school, with one of my biggest events taking place during my We believe that young people are the wealth of South Africa. failure because failures become lessons. I tell people
matric year, which made R35 000. Our youth is our biggest drive and focus as they are our future. sometimes that they have to run to failure, quickly
I also loved academic work, and I excelled in accounting, In 20 to 30 years from now, they will be adults and be in a po- because the quicker you fail, the quicker you find the
although my true love was business studies. It was the easiest sition where they will have to make the right decision for the right solution.
and best subject for me because I have always had a drive for country. If we do not empower them now, I don’t know where Also try using the ideas that you come up with. You
business. A part of me really wanted to be an entrepreneur. we will be then. So that is the little part that we play. are not given ideas for them to sit in your mind. You
I then enrolled for an investment banking degree at Wits after What motivates you? are given ideas for you to try them.Lastly, I really
matric, but left the degree upon realising that I did not enjoy My family, success, happiness and purpose. I am a Christian believe that a smile goes a long way. If you are good
working with numbers all the time. In the pursuit of my true and I have this innate belief that we were put on this earth for to people, they will be good to you.
passion, I landed a job at an incentive company called TLC a reason, to dominate, to attain, to influence and expand the You spend a lot of time with the youth, where do
marketing, which focuses on creating campaigns that enabled mandate of the universe. you see them in the future?
increased sales on different brands. I then moved on to join Why are you passionate about social development? There are vulnerable youth groups who are easily in-
Primedia as a project assistant in 2015, and because I have Young people are very exciting, and youth development is fluenced by certain lifestyles, and are not that serious
always done more than what is asked from me, I moved up aligned to my life’s purpose. My innate drive is helping young about what the future holds. But on the other hand,
the ladder to my current position as Senior Manager in 2016 people be the best they can be. I faced a lot of challenges very we also have those that are very passionate in mak-
within 18 months. early in my life, and I had to grow up quite fast in order take ing a positive change and breaking new grounds.
What are your responsibilities? up a much bigger role in helping my mother raise me and It an exciting time to re-invent the South African
I lead a team in delivering high-impact youth skills develop- my siblings. This, as well as my other past experiences, have dream and brand it anew. We need to be champions
ment initiatives to over 90 000 underprivileged secondary helped me understand other people’s challenges and help them of our own destination; champions in our own right.
school learners across the country utilizing Ster-Kinekor cin- utilize these challenges in the same way that I did. The youth needs to take charge of the country and
emas as "Theatres of Learning". Our educational programmes What advice do you have for young people who wish to take it forward.
4 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 5
Spearheading Tell us about Thusanani Foundation. mainly new students in the tertiary environment and
informed us about different challenges on campus.
Through research, we found out that 67% of students
funded by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Through my association with these organisations, I
(NSFAS) between the years 2000 and 2010 dropped
out of tertiary education institutions without a quali- came understood the transformation struggle that
exists in transitioning from a high school student to
Youth participation exclusion for higher education amongst What drives you to carry out this work?
tertiary level.
fication. We also identified that there is a high rate of
the rural and township students.
I believe in social constructionism, which means that,
As young people predominantly from rural communi-
we make the world what it is and that, everything
ties, we decided to trace what worked well in our lives
that happens is socially constructed. I want to see the
Empowerment that led us to be successful in our studies in order for brutality of the higher education system lifted and the
us to come with a solution that would solve this prob-
lives of villagers improved.
South Africa’s youth unemployment rate is at 70%.
lem. We established Thusanani Foundation to increase
How should we eradicate this?
the number of students with limited resources from
rural and township areas who get accepted to tertiary
institutions. We provide the resources and support re- By increasing the capacity of tertiary institutions and
through the implementation of free higher education
quired for them to finish studies successfully. We grew and skills training, the unemployment rate can be
Passionate about youth development, fast as many people joined as volunteers, enabling us eradicated. There exists a direct relation in unemploy-
Mukovhe Masutha co-founded the to reach out to more people on a much broader spec- ment and unemployability in South Africa. A large
trum. Over the years, we realised the impact of our
number of unemployable South Africans are without
Thusanani foundation which offers initiative as the number of students grew. As a result, a higher level of education and lack skills to use in
the workplace. It is necessary to equip students with
we scaled up and expanded to other rural commu-
bursaries to students from South nities in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo skills they can use in the workplace. A national youth
service can be introduced for those who cannot be
and similar places.
Africa’s rural communities and assists Can you share with us the fruits of this success? absorbed to be involved in community-based services,
We have reached a pass rate of 90 percent, compared
such as the military, the police force and health corps
them throughout their studies in to the national pass rate standard of 34 percent. Over to give them work experience.
How would you encourage young people to take up
300 of our students have graduated in May 2017, with
order for them to successfully close to 450 distinctions. They came from Limpopo, leadership positions?
We, as the youth, should take charge and be responsi-
KwaZulu-Natal, North West, Mpumalanga and the
complete tertiary education. This Free-State to Johannesburg to receive their awards. We ble. The youth should make decisions that will allow
them to lead in the future, and not to be led by the
attribute this success rate to a peer-to-peer approach
endeavour has been a huge success, that informs our model. The students have proven to unfortunate circumstances they are exposed to. Ma-
terialism should not be a huge motivator, but rather
be self-driven. This proves that, when fully subsidised
resulting in a 90 percent pass rate and and provided with all the necessary support needed by the transformation of lives, especially of those in rural
300 students obtaining close to 450 a student, young people perform exceptionally well in villages. We should work on a positive moral fibre that
the ones coming after us can easily emulate.
their academic activities.
distinctions in their studies last year What other youth development initiatives are you In your view, are there good youth leaders in SA?
involved in?
Yes, there are plenty of organisations that are led by
alone. We’ve recently just established a centre for emerging dedicated young leaders across the country, who are
researchers whose sole purpose is to encourage young
doing exceptionally well and have produced good
African students to pursue postgraduate studies and results.
groom them as researchers who will contribute toward What kind of vision do you have for South Africa’s
the transformative narrative of the economy in the youth?
post-apartheid South Africa. Every young person must aspire to involve them-
How long have you been involved in youth leader- selves in projects that will change the economy of the
ship and development initiatives? country and to involve themselves in projects that will
Since 2007, when I arrived at university. I was positively create the quality of life they want to live.
welcomed by youth organisations who inducted
6 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 7
Spearheading Tell us about Thusanani Foundation. mainly new students in the tertiary environment and
informed us about different challenges on campus.
Through research, we found out that 67% of students
funded by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Through my association with these organisations, I
(NSFAS) between the years 2000 and 2010 dropped
out of tertiary education institutions without a quali- came understood the transformation struggle that
exists in transitioning from a high school student to
Youth participation exclusion for higher education amongst What drives you to carry out this work?
tertiary level.
fication. We also identified that there is a high rate of
the rural and township students.
I believe in social constructionism, which means that,
As young people predominantly from rural communi-
we make the world what it is and that, everything
ties, we decided to trace what worked well in our lives
that happens is socially constructed. I want to see the
Empowerment that led us to be successful in our studies in order for brutality of the higher education system lifted and the
us to come with a solution that would solve this prob-
lives of villagers improved.
South Africa’s youth unemployment rate is at 70%.
lem. We established Thusanani Foundation to increase
How should we eradicate this?
the number of students with limited resources from
rural and township areas who get accepted to tertiary
institutions. We provide the resources and support re- By increasing the capacity of tertiary institutions and
through the implementation of free higher education
quired for them to finish studies successfully. We grew and skills training, the unemployment rate can be
Passionate about youth development, fast as many people joined as volunteers, enabling us eradicated. There exists a direct relation in unemploy-
Mukovhe Masutha co-founded the to reach out to more people on a much broader spec- ment and unemployability in South Africa. A large
trum. Over the years, we realised the impact of our
number of unemployable South Africans are without
Thusanani foundation which offers initiative as the number of students grew. As a result, a higher level of education and lack skills to use in
the workplace. It is necessary to equip students with
we scaled up and expanded to other rural commu-
bursaries to students from South nities in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo skills they can use in the workplace. A national youth
service can be introduced for those who cannot be
and similar places.
Africa’s rural communities and assists Can you share with us the fruits of this success? absorbed to be involved in community-based services,
We have reached a pass rate of 90 percent, compared
such as the military, the police force and health corps
them throughout their studies in to the national pass rate standard of 34 percent. Over to give them work experience.
How would you encourage young people to take up
300 of our students have graduated in May 2017, with
order for them to successfully close to 450 distinctions. They came from Limpopo, leadership positions?
We, as the youth, should take charge and be responsi-
KwaZulu-Natal, North West, Mpumalanga and the
complete tertiary education. This Free-State to Johannesburg to receive their awards. We ble. The youth should make decisions that will allow
them to lead in the future, and not to be led by the
attribute this success rate to a peer-to-peer approach
endeavour has been a huge success, that informs our model. The students have proven to unfortunate circumstances they are exposed to. Ma-
terialism should not be a huge motivator, but rather
be self-driven. This proves that, when fully subsidised
resulting in a 90 percent pass rate and and provided with all the necessary support needed by the transformation of lives, especially of those in rural
300 students obtaining close to 450 a student, young people perform exceptionally well in villages. We should work on a positive moral fibre that
the ones coming after us can easily emulate.
their academic activities.
distinctions in their studies last year What other youth development initiatives are you In your view, are there good youth leaders in SA?
involved in?
Yes, there are plenty of organisations that are led by
alone. We’ve recently just established a centre for emerging dedicated young leaders across the country, who are
researchers whose sole purpose is to encourage young
doing exceptionally well and have produced good
African students to pursue postgraduate studies and results.
groom them as researchers who will contribute toward What kind of vision do you have for South Africa’s
the transformative narrative of the economy in the youth?
post-apartheid South Africa. Every young person must aspire to involve them-
How long have you been involved in youth leader- selves in projects that will change the economy of the
ship and development initiatives? country and to involve themselves in projects that will
Since 2007, when I arrived at university. I was positively create the quality of life they want to live.
welcomed by youth organisations who inducted
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LEADERSHIP
Leading Considering a career in...
Transformation Electronics
Electronic Advertising
Media Telecommunications
Film
When James Ngubeni was an engineer- transformation to universities and, by IT
ing student at the University of Cape identifying programmes that enabled James Ngobeni, SABTACO found-
Town in the 1980s, only a handful of black students to get bursaries, and er and ex-president, obtained his
black students were found at universi- encouraged them to follow fields in ar- masters degree in city and regional
ties that were designated for white stu- chitecture, town planning, engineering, planning from the University of
dents because of apartheid laws. Most quantity surveying, etc. Back then, ter- Cape Town and a diploma/certificate
black students attended black univer- tiary education institutions were racially in housing finance at Harvard Uni-
sities, which had meagre resources and segregated and none of the institutions versity, Massachusetts (USA).
limited qualifications to study towards. designated for black students offered He has a fruitful career journey as a
This means that, even though black engineering and technical fields, as town planner specialising in various
students would further their educa- careers such as engineering and science areas including airports planning.
tion, they would not be as advanced were earmarked for whites. Black people He played a leadership role in
or economically empowered in their were channelled to a limited number of the planning and development of
careers as their white counterparts. careers, such as teaching, nursing and many big scale urban development
In response to this predicament, policing. In the 1980s, when some of us projects, including the O.R. Tambo
James Ngubeni, along with a few other enrolled for such studies at institutions International Airport; Soweto stra-
engineering students in white univer- such as UCT, Wits University and Natal tegic and upgrading infrastructural
sities, formed SABTACO, in order to University, we were less than 20 black development projects and the Umge- MICT SETA can connect you to your future
assist black students and professionals students at a university. Today the facul- ni Water Project in KwaZulu-Natal.
advance in the field of engineering and ties of Engineering in these institutions The Media, Information and Communication We offer:
the built environment. James tells us have black enrolment, which in propor- They leave the programme as qualified ● Learnerships
more about SABTACO and his journey tion by far exceeds that of their white and registered professionals. Technologies Sector Education and Training
in driving transformation. counterparts. What steps should be taken to de- Authority, known as [“MICT SETA”], was ● Internships
Currently what opportunities are avail- velop young engineers now and in established in terms of the Skills Development ● Skills Programmes
Tell us more about SABTACO? able for students? future? Act of 1998 and is responsible for skills ● Bursaries
The South African Black Technical and Bursaries and mentoring opportunities. As a country, if we do not develop our development in the Advertising, Electronic MICT SETA engages with thousands of levy
Allied Careers Organisation (SABTA- How is SABTACO addressing youth young South African engineers, inter- Media and Film, Electronics, Information
CO) is a black professionals and unemployment today? national companies will take over the paying companies, training providers, unemployed
practitioners’ organisation. It represents Our role is to ensure that students get built environment industry. Numerous Technology and Telecommunications sectors graduates and matriculants through various
companies, practitioners, graduates, jobs. We achieve this through creating South African companies have been and their sub-sectors. Stakeholder Engagement Events to communicate
technicians, technologists and students an environment that is conducive for bought by international companies. our products and services.
in the engineering and aligned fields. graduates to be mentored and get work These international companies will
It was formed in 1990 to increase the experience, and then we link them to job run the South African built industry,
participation of black people in the built opportunities in various companies. The leaving small South African owned
environment industry. Development Bank of South Africa also businesses without opportunities. As
How did SABTACO empower students granted us funding to run a mentoring SABTACO, we want South African
in those days? programme in which we mentor grad- companies to continue to exist. For more information contact:
We played our part in bringing about uates for a period of four to five years. For more information on SABTACO, Tel: 011 207 2600/3
please visit www.sabtaco.co.za Fax: 011 805 6833
[email protected]
www.mict.org.za
8 YMSAFRICA.COM
LEADERSHIP
Leading Considering a career in...
Transformation Electronics
Electronic Advertising
Media Telecommunications
Film
When James Ngubeni was an engineer- transformation to universities and, by IT
ing student at the University of Cape identifying programmes that enabled James Ngobeni, SABTACO found-
Town in the 1980s, only a handful of black students to get bursaries, and er and ex-president, obtained his
black students were found at universi- encouraged them to follow fields in ar- masters degree in city and regional
ties that were designated for white stu- chitecture, town planning, engineering, planning from the University of
dents because of apartheid laws. Most quantity surveying, etc. Back then, ter- Cape Town and a diploma/certificate
black students attended black univer- tiary education institutions were racially in housing finance at Harvard Uni-
sities, which had meagre resources and segregated and none of the institutions versity, Massachusetts (USA).
limited qualifications to study towards. designated for black students offered He has a fruitful career journey as a
This means that, even though black engineering and technical fields, as town planner specialising in various
students would further their educa- careers such as engineering and science areas including airports planning.
tion, they would not be as advanced were earmarked for whites. Black people He played a leadership role in
or economically empowered in their were channelled to a limited number of the planning and development of
careers as their white counterparts. careers, such as teaching, nursing and many big scale urban development
In response to this predicament, policing. In the 1980s, when some of us projects, including the O.R. Tambo
James Ngubeni, along with a few other enrolled for such studies at institutions International Airport; Soweto stra-
engineering students in white univer- such as UCT, Wits University and Natal tegic and upgrading infrastructural
sities, formed SABTACO, in order to University, we were less than 20 black development projects and the Umge- MICT SETA can connect you to your future
assist black students and professionals students at a university. Today the facul- ni Water Project in KwaZulu-Natal.
advance in the field of engineering and ties of Engineering in these institutions The Media, Information and Communication We offer:
the built environment. James tells us have black enrolment, which in propor- They leave the programme as qualified ● Learnerships
more about SABTACO and his journey tion by far exceeds that of their white and registered professionals. Technologies Sector Education and Training
in driving transformation. counterparts. What steps should be taken to de- Authority, known as [“MICT SETA”], was ● Internships
Currently what opportunities are avail- velop young engineers now and in established in terms of the Skills Development ● Skills Programmes
Tell us more about SABTACO? able for students? future? Act of 1998 and is responsible for skills ● Bursaries
The South African Black Technical and Bursaries and mentoring opportunities. As a country, if we do not develop our development in the Advertising, Electronic MICT SETA engages with thousands of levy
Allied Careers Organisation (SABTA- How is SABTACO addressing youth young South African engineers, inter- Media and Film, Electronics, Information
CO) is a black professionals and unemployment today? national companies will take over the paying companies, training providers, unemployed
practitioners’ organisation. It represents Our role is to ensure that students get built environment industry. Numerous Technology and Telecommunications sectors graduates and matriculants through various
companies, practitioners, graduates, jobs. We achieve this through creating South African companies have been and their sub-sectors. Stakeholder Engagement Events to communicate
technicians, technologists and students an environment that is conducive for bought by international companies. our products and services.
in the engineering and aligned fields. graduates to be mentored and get work These international companies will
It was formed in 1990 to increase the experience, and then we link them to job run the South African built industry,
participation of black people in the built opportunities in various companies. The leaving small South African owned
environment industry. Development Bank of South Africa also businesses without opportunities. As
How did SABTACO empower students granted us funding to run a mentoring SABTACO, we want South African
in those days? programme in which we mentor grad- companies to continue to exist. For more information contact:
We played our part in bringing about uates for a period of four to five years. For more information on SABTACO, Tel: 011 207 2600/3
please visit www.sabtaco.co.za Fax: 011 805 6833
[email protected]
www.mict.org.za
8 YMSAFRICA.COM
EDUCATION
process. a Bachelors of Commerce: Logistics studies at any of the 25 public universi-
Applications close on the 30th of April (Quantitative Management), Industri- ties in South Africa. The costs include
BURSARY form, visit www.unilever.co.za. Applica- Operational Research or related degree/ modation costs, food, books and travel.
annually. To download the application
tuition fees, residence or private accom-
al Engineering, Bachelor of Science:
tions can be downloaded, completed and qualification.
This loan must be repaid to
NSFAS when you have finished study-
Marketing
posted with all certified documentation
to: Unilever SA (Pty) Ltd
funding future marketing specialists to
Bursaries Officer This bursary aims at attracting and ing. Depending on your results, up to
40% of your NSFAS study loan may be
programmes P.O. Box 1029 join Shoprite's marketing department converted into a bursary and you do not
need to repay that amount.
upon graduation. This bursary is avail-
Durban
4000 able for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and honours NSFAS has very reasonable repayment
They can also be completed online, but students. Successful completion of the terms, which are based on what you earn
please follow the submission guidelines first six months with an average of 60%+ after you leave university. All loans that
that will be provided for online appli- in a Bachelors of Commerce: Marketing are repaid are used to fund other stu-
cations. Candidates who wish to gather or related degree/qualification. dents who also need financial assistance.
more information can send an inquiring BPharm/Pharmacy Technician NSFAS gives loans to students without
Vodacom Bursary - Mathematics and Science Higher Grade e-mail to the department using this This bursary aims at attracting and fund- the need for guarantees or sureties from
Scheme - Be younger than 25 years Unilever Engineering address: [email protected], ing talented Pharmacy and Pharmacy parents or guardians.
- Applicants may apply if already first
Vodacom is committed to addressing the year (or higher) of studies in an accredit- Bursary bursaries can also be submitted via this Technician students who have a passion To apply for a NSFAS study loan you can
apply at the institution or online directly
for health care in the retail industry. The
e-mail address.
ICT skills shortage in South Africa. To ed South African tertiary institution and Applications for the Unilever Engi- bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year to NSFAS and fill in the application
address this need, we provide 50 students meet all criteria above neering Bursary are now open and are and 4th year students. Successful com- form.
with bursaries annually to study in How to apply accepted yearly for bursaries within the Shoprite Bursaries pletion of the first six months with an You can also print out the form and fill it
fields in which there are skills shortages. To apply for a bursary applicants have to mentioned fields if openings arise within Accounting (CA Stream) average of 60%+ in Bachelors in Phar- in, then send it to NSFAS by post to this
Top-achieving students from disadvan- fill in the Vodacom Bursary Application the company. The Shoprite Bursary aims at attracting macy or a relevant Pharmacy Technical address:
taged communities are chosen to study form which can be downloaded from Requirements and funding talented Chartered Ac- Assistant / Technician qualification. NSFAS, Private Bag X4, Plumstead,
in the ICT and engineering sectors. http://digitalclassroom.co.za/ (PDF, Candidates wanting to apply will have to counting students to become part of our Retail Business/ Hospitality Manage- 7801, Cape Town
Since the scheme was started in 1999, 70KB). The completed form should be meet all prerequisitions as stipulated. finance team after completion of their ment What documents do I need when I
more than 2000 bursaries have been signed and sent to: Candidates will also be required to have studies. The bursary is available for 1st, The Bursary aims at attracting and fund- apply?
awarded. Career Wise (Pty) Ltd the following: 2nd, 3rd year and Honours students. ing future Trainee Retail Managers who When you apply for a NSFAS student
Areas of study PO Box 30632, Braamfontein, 2017, - a valid Matric certificate Successful completion of the first six want to follow the lucrative management loan, you must attach all the documents
Applicants can apply for a Vodacom Bur- Fax: 086 609 7183, email: applications@ - a C symbol for English months with an average of 60%+ in a career in Retail. The Bursary is avail- listed below:
sary if they intend to gain a qualification careerwise.co.za - a C symbol for Mathematics Bachelors of Accounting or BCompt able for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and Honours - Grade 12 Certificate.
in one of the following fields of study: Before submitting your application, - a C symbols for Science degree, leading to CTA and qualifying Students. - South African Identity Document.
- Electrical or Electronic Engineering please consider our eligibility require- - South African citizenship for a registered articles program. The bursary will be allocated after - Proof of parents' income.
(Light Current only) ments and answer the following ques- - a valid ID book/card Information Technology successful successful completion of the - Proof of registration at school, college
- Actuarial Science tions: If answers are not yes to all, please - must be MS Office proficient, as well as This bursary aims at attracting and first six months with an average of 60%+ or university of brothers and sisters who
- Mathematic/Mathematical Sciences do not apply. computer literate funding future innovative programmers in National Diploma: Retail Business/ live in the same household.
- Statistics - Am I applying for the correct field of - must not hold any kind of criminal who have a passion and a vision for Hospitality Management or equivalent - Proof of registration can be obtained at
- Information Technology study? record ensuring dynamic outputs in an area qualifications. the institutions where your brothers and
- BSc Computer Science - Did I obtain the minimum academic Please note that incomplete applications known for ongoing change. The bursary How to apply? sisters are registered at.
- BSc Computer Engineering requirements? will not be considered. Ensure you attach is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and Visit: https://shoprite.bursary.erecruit. - Certified copies of their Birth Certifi-
- Information Systems - Am I using the correct bursary applica- all relevant certified documentation to Honours students. co.za cates and their Identity Documents.
- Bcom (Accounting/Finance/Econom- tion form? your application, in addition to a curric- The bursary will only be allocated after - If you have a permanent disability,
ics) - Am I a South African citizen? ulum vitae. The curriculum vitae should the successful completion of the first a letter from your doctor to proof of
- Digital Marketing Only long-listed candidates will be con- reflect your capability, experiences along six months with an average of 60%+ in National Student disability.
Who is eligible to apply? tacted, if you are not invited for an initial with your talents and interests. a relevant three year IT Programming Financial Aid Scheme - Letter of acceptance from the public
To apply for a Vodacom Foundation interview, consider your application as After an intense selection process, qualification. Student Loans university or college where you have
Bursary, applicants need to meet the unsuccessful. Please note that preference successful candidates will be informed Logistics/Supply Chain Student loans for university students applied to study.
following requirements: will be given to historically disadvan- of their acceptance. The company may This bursary aims at attracting and NSFAS assists students who have the ac- For a complete list of all the required
- Be a South African citizen taged individuals also ask for additional information if funding future Logistics and Supply ademic potential to succeed at university documents required when you apply for
- Undertake full-time undergraduate The bursary scheme is presently admin- required. Qualifying candidates may Chain specialists to join Shoprite. The and who qualify in terms of the NSFAS a NSFAS bursary or loan.
studies in a South African tertiary insti- istered by Career Wise. be asked to attend an interview prior to Bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year Means Test for financial aid. How do I repay the student loan?
tution For further information, please send an bursary awarding, or be interview tele- and Honours Students. What is a student loan? NSFAS student loans are income-contin-
- Pass Grade 12 with exemption email to: [email protected] phonically. Additionally, candidates may Successful completion of the first six A student loan is the money you borrow gent. This means that repayment starts
- Obtain a minimum "B" symbol in both also be asked to partake in an assessment months with an average of 60%+ in from NSFAS to cover the costs of your
10 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 11
EDUCATION
process. a Bachelors of Commerce: Logistics studies at any of the 25 public universi-
Applications close on the 30th of April (Quantitative Management), Industri- ties in South Africa. The costs include
BURSARY form, visit www.unilever.co.za. Applica- Operational Research or related degree/ modation costs, food, books and travel.
annually. To download the application
tuition fees, residence or private accom-
al Engineering, Bachelor of Science:
tions can be downloaded, completed and qualification.
This loan must be repaid to
NSFAS when you have finished study-
Marketing
posted with all certified documentation
to: Unilever SA (Pty) Ltd
funding future marketing specialists to
Bursaries Officer This bursary aims at attracting and ing. Depending on your results, up to
40% of your NSFAS study loan may be
programmes P.O. Box 1029 join Shoprite's marketing department converted into a bursary and you do not
need to repay that amount.
upon graduation. This bursary is avail-
Durban
4000 able for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and honours NSFAS has very reasonable repayment
They can also be completed online, but students. Successful completion of the terms, which are based on what you earn
please follow the submission guidelines first six months with an average of 60%+ after you leave university. All loans that
that will be provided for online appli- in a Bachelors of Commerce: Marketing are repaid are used to fund other stu-
cations. Candidates who wish to gather or related degree/qualification. dents who also need financial assistance.
more information can send an inquiring BPharm/Pharmacy Technician NSFAS gives loans to students without
Vodacom Bursary - Mathematics and Science Higher Grade e-mail to the department using this This bursary aims at attracting and fund- the need for guarantees or sureties from
Scheme - Be younger than 25 years Unilever Engineering address: [email protected], ing talented Pharmacy and Pharmacy parents or guardians.
- Applicants may apply if already first
Vodacom is committed to addressing the year (or higher) of studies in an accredit- Bursary bursaries can also be submitted via this Technician students who have a passion To apply for a NSFAS study loan you can
apply at the institution or online directly
for health care in the retail industry. The
e-mail address.
ICT skills shortage in South Africa. To ed South African tertiary institution and Applications for the Unilever Engi- bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year to NSFAS and fill in the application
address this need, we provide 50 students meet all criteria above neering Bursary are now open and are and 4th year students. Successful com- form.
with bursaries annually to study in How to apply accepted yearly for bursaries within the Shoprite Bursaries pletion of the first six months with an You can also print out the form and fill it
fields in which there are skills shortages. To apply for a bursary applicants have to mentioned fields if openings arise within Accounting (CA Stream) average of 60%+ in Bachelors in Phar- in, then send it to NSFAS by post to this
Top-achieving students from disadvan- fill in the Vodacom Bursary Application the company. The Shoprite Bursary aims at attracting macy or a relevant Pharmacy Technical address:
taged communities are chosen to study form which can be downloaded from Requirements and funding talented Chartered Ac- Assistant / Technician qualification. NSFAS, Private Bag X4, Plumstead,
in the ICT and engineering sectors. http://digitalclassroom.co.za/ (PDF, Candidates wanting to apply will have to counting students to become part of our Retail Business/ Hospitality Manage- 7801, Cape Town
Since the scheme was started in 1999, 70KB). The completed form should be meet all prerequisitions as stipulated. finance team after completion of their ment What documents do I need when I
more than 2000 bursaries have been signed and sent to: Candidates will also be required to have studies. The bursary is available for 1st, The Bursary aims at attracting and fund- apply?
awarded. Career Wise (Pty) Ltd the following: 2nd, 3rd year and Honours students. ing future Trainee Retail Managers who When you apply for a NSFAS student
Areas of study PO Box 30632, Braamfontein, 2017, - a valid Matric certificate Successful completion of the first six want to follow the lucrative management loan, you must attach all the documents
Applicants can apply for a Vodacom Bur- Fax: 086 609 7183, email: applications@ - a C symbol for English months with an average of 60%+ in a career in Retail. The Bursary is avail- listed below:
sary if they intend to gain a qualification careerwise.co.za - a C symbol for Mathematics Bachelors of Accounting or BCompt able for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and Honours - Grade 12 Certificate.
in one of the following fields of study: Before submitting your application, - a C symbols for Science degree, leading to CTA and qualifying Students. - South African Identity Document.
- Electrical or Electronic Engineering please consider our eligibility require- - South African citizenship for a registered articles program. The bursary will be allocated after - Proof of parents' income.
(Light Current only) ments and answer the following ques- - a valid ID book/card Information Technology successful successful completion of the - Proof of registration at school, college
- Actuarial Science tions: If answers are not yes to all, please - must be MS Office proficient, as well as This bursary aims at attracting and first six months with an average of 60%+ or university of brothers and sisters who
- Mathematic/Mathematical Sciences do not apply. computer literate funding future innovative programmers in National Diploma: Retail Business/ live in the same household.
- Statistics - Am I applying for the correct field of - must not hold any kind of criminal who have a passion and a vision for Hospitality Management or equivalent - Proof of registration can be obtained at
- Information Technology study? record ensuring dynamic outputs in an area qualifications. the institutions where your brothers and
- BSc Computer Science - Did I obtain the minimum academic Please note that incomplete applications known for ongoing change. The bursary How to apply? sisters are registered at.
- BSc Computer Engineering requirements? will not be considered. Ensure you attach is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and Visit: https://shoprite.bursary.erecruit. - Certified copies of their Birth Certifi-
- Information Systems - Am I using the correct bursary applica- all relevant certified documentation to Honours students. co.za cates and their Identity Documents.
- Bcom (Accounting/Finance/Econom- tion form? your application, in addition to a curric- The bursary will only be allocated after - If you have a permanent disability,
ics) - Am I a South African citizen? ulum vitae. The curriculum vitae should the successful completion of the first a letter from your doctor to proof of
- Digital Marketing Only long-listed candidates will be con- reflect your capability, experiences along six months with an average of 60%+ in National Student disability.
Who is eligible to apply? tacted, if you are not invited for an initial with your talents and interests. a relevant three year IT Programming Financial Aid Scheme - Letter of acceptance from the public
To apply for a Vodacom Foundation interview, consider your application as After an intense selection process, qualification. Student Loans university or college where you have
Bursary, applicants need to meet the unsuccessful. Please note that preference successful candidates will be informed Logistics/Supply Chain Student loans for university students applied to study.
following requirements: will be given to historically disadvan- of their acceptance. The company may This bursary aims at attracting and NSFAS assists students who have the ac- For a complete list of all the required
- Be a South African citizen taged individuals also ask for additional information if funding future Logistics and Supply ademic potential to succeed at university documents required when you apply for
- Undertake full-time undergraduate The bursary scheme is presently admin- required. Qualifying candidates may Chain specialists to join Shoprite. The and who qualify in terms of the NSFAS a NSFAS bursary or loan.
studies in a South African tertiary insti- istered by Career Wise. be asked to attend an interview prior to Bursary is available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd year Means Test for financial aid. How do I repay the student loan?
tution For further information, please send an bursary awarding, or be interview tele- and Honours Students. What is a student loan? NSFAS student loans are income-contin-
- Pass Grade 12 with exemption email to: [email protected] phonically. Additionally, candidates may Successful completion of the first six A student loan is the money you borrow gent. This means that repayment starts
- Obtain a minimum "B" symbol in both also be asked to partake in an assessment months with an average of 60%+ in from NSFAS to cover the costs of your
10 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 11
only when you have an income, usually year-end results. NSFAS checks these through the Department of Social De- neering, building/construction manage- PDP programme is accredited by ECSA. programme that promotes teaching in
when you start working. NSFAS will results with the university at the end of velopment ment, quantity surveying, metallurgical Programme offers: public schools.
send you statements showing how much every year of study. Bursaries from the National Skills Fund engineering, land surveying, process/ Flexible framework to achieve profes- Field of study: Education
you owe and how much you must pay Final Year Programme for scarce skills chemical engineering. sional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng) Selection criteria: The bursary is only
back each month. Students in their final year of study, Bursaries for the National Certificate Successful candidates will be required status. Personal career planning. Contin- awarded to South African citizens and
It is your legal responsibility to keep in who will qualify to graduate at the end (Vocational) and for certain Report 191 to provide the following documentation uous learning and development opportu- applications will not be considered un-
touch with NSFAS and to inform us of of the year, are eligible to be funded courses at TVET colleges and it has to accompany their applica- nities via the Hatch Corporate Learning less a certified copy of the applicants ID
any change of address. through the Final Year Programme. This The bursary programme of the Depart- tion: Centre. Mentoring support programme document is submitted, the bursary will
How are repayments calculated? is a special funding programme which ment of Higher Education and Training - Must be a South African citizen with a exposure to a variety of challenging only be awarded if one of the priority
NSFAS has made repayments affordable was launched by the President in 2011. for students with disabilities. valid ID book or ID card. work experiences and career pathways. area specialisation subjects is included
for you. Repayments of your student If you graduate in your final year, the Website: www.nsfas.org.za - All students must have an average of Monthly meetings and progress reviews. as a teaching subject in the qualification
loan are based on the salary that you loan is converted to a 100% bursary. 65% or higher academically. Global exposure with a wide variety of and applications must only be made
earn, and start once your salary is R30 Students can only benefit from the Final Mondi: Forestry - Students must have Mathematics and work around the world. Networking once students have been allocated a valid
000 or more per year. Year Programme once. Bursary Science as subjects. events and activities student number and have been accepted/
The repayment amount starts at a How do these bursary conversions What we offer? - Provide their academic results or Grade Key Disciplines: provisionally accepted at their university
calculation of 3% of your annual salary, show on NSFAS accounts? Bursaries for 1st year students studying 12 exemption certificate where applica- Chemical Engineering, Civil & Structur- of choice.
increasing to a maximum of 8% when Bursary rebates and your credit balance BSc Forestry at Stellenbosch University. ble. al Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Enquiries: www.fundzalushaka.doe.gov.
your salary reaches R59 300 or more per appear on your statement when NSFAS Bursary covers tuition, accommodation, - You need to provide proof of accep- Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, za
year. For example, this means you will receives your academic results and meals and books. tance at one of the acceptable universities Mining Engineering, Electronics Engi-
repay R900 a year on a salary of refunds from the university. This takes Mondi Paper Bursary Value for study allowed by Murray & Roberts neering, Industrial Engineering.
R30 000 a year, or R75 per month. Once place at the end of the NSFAS financial This bursary is designed to cover stu- for the chosen field of study as well as for We are seeking... Internships &
your annual salary is R59 300 your year in April. dent for the following: the year of study. 65% and above average in academic per- learnerships
repayment will be R4 744 a year or R395 Your academic results are used to cal- - Tuition Students already studying in one of these formance. Bachelor degree (or working
a month culate any bursary rebates: for exam- - Accommodation fields and at a university accepted by towards) in a relevant discipline. Lead-
Interest is charged at 80% of the repo ple, 40% of your student loan will be - Meals Murray & Roberts may also apply. ership and teamwork skills. Advanced
rate, which is the repurchase rate at converted into a bursary if you pass all - Books Graduates are required to work for the analytical and problem solving skills. An Intsika Foundation
which the Reserve Bank lends to com- courses; if you pass half of your courses, Mondi Bursaries Requirements company the equal amount of years to ability to think laterally and innovatively. Internship
mercial banks. NSFAS will continue then 20% of the student loan will be - Must be a South African citizen that of the bursary awarded whereby any Flexibility to travel and work in locations Intsika Foundation is seeking suitable
to charge interest on all outstanding converted into a bursary. If you don't - Solid academic record for 1st semester suspension periods would be included. within South Africa and International- interns to participate in this programme
balances. It is therefore very important pass any courses, you will not receive - BSc Forestry at Stellenbosch University The terms of employment required will ly. A passion and drive to make a real for a period of 12 months and 18 months
to start repaying your loan as soon as any bursary rebate for that academic - Must have a driver’s license or must however not included any in-service difference respectively. Services SETA has the fol-
possible. year and you will have to repay 100% of obtain a license before being placed in a training received and will be instated Need further information? lowing scope of coverage:
How will I repay the loan if I am un- your student loan. plantation upon successful completion of studies. Please feel free to visit our website: Cleaning, Domestic, Hiring, General
employed or still studying? What happens to any money left over Preference will be given to HDSA (his- The bursary covers tuition, text books, http://www.hatch.co.za Business, Labour Recruitment, Market-
You do not have to repay if you are from my NSFAS student loan? torically disadvantaged South African) accommodation and meals. How to Apply ing, Personal Care, Project Management,
unemployed or still studying, but you Money left over from a NSFAS study students Permanent employment is considered Interested? To be considered for a posi- Property, Project Management, Postal
do have to provide written proof (in the loan is never paid out to you. The Completed application forms must be upon completion of your studies; howev- tion, we require: Below are the three types of available
form of an affidavit, valid for 3 months) money is deducted from the balance you submitted by no later than 15th Septem- er this is not guaranteed and is depen- CV (be sure to include your transferrable internship programmes:
to say that you are unemployed. owe. You will not have to pay interest on ber each year. dent on the needs of the organisation. skills and extra-curricular activities). LP05: Internship entering workplace
Please stay in contact with us and make it, and NSFAS will have more funds to The following application documents How to apply? Cover letter (personalise this to outline This is a 12-month workplace experience
sure that information such as your help other students like you. Funds paid are necessary: Visit: http://murrob.graduate.erecruit. your interests and why you want to work programme designed for candidates who
employment status and your personal back to NSFAS are used as your first - Motivational letter co.za/ for Hatch Goba). Recent copy of your have already completed an NQF Level 5
details, including address and cellphone repayment of your student loan. - Short curriculum vitae academic transcripts. ID Copy. Comple- and higher qualification that is relevant
numbers, are up to date. What is a NSFAS bursary? - Certified copy of matric certificate Hatch Goba tion of our online graduate application for employment in the services sector,
Does NSFAS pay registration costs for A NSFAS bursary is the money you - Certified copy of identification docu- Bursary Program questionnaire (Please ensure you fill in but have not yet gathered the necessary
first-year and returning students? receive to cover the costs of your studies ment and driver’s license Hatch Goba offers Bursaries to deserving all fields and provide as much informa- practical experience to enable them
Yes, but only for students where the for certain qualifications at any public How to apply? students from 2nd to 4th academic year. tion as possible). to obtain employment. Duration: 12
Expected Family Contribution is 0 on university or college in South Africa. Visit: http://www.mondigroup.com Upon completion of studies, our bursary Closing date: 31 August 2017 months, stipend: R2500.
the Means Test. This money does not have to be repaid holders become part of our Profession- LP06: Internships FET pat Nated Qual-
How is part of a NSFAS loan converted to NSFAS. al Development Programme (PDP). Funza Lushaka ification (N6 only)
into a bursary that does not have to be We administer various bursary funds, Murray & Roberts The Hatch Goba PDP is a global Hatch Bursary Programme This is an 18-month workplace experi-
repaid? including: Bursaries initiative aimed at engineering excel- This is a full-cost service bursary avail- ence programme designed for candidates
Up to 40% of your student loan may be The Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme Bursary: civil engineering, mechanical lence. It has been developed to facilitate able from the National Department of who have already completed an N6 qual-
converted into a bursary and does not to train teachers engineering, electrical engineering, the management of professional career Education for eligible B Ed or PGCE ification relevant for employment in the
have to be repaid, depending on your Bursaries for studying Social Work industrial engineering, mining engi- development over the initial years. The students. Funza Lushaka is a multi-year Continued on page 21.
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only when you have an income, usually year-end results. NSFAS checks these through the Department of Social De- neering, building/construction manage- PDP programme is accredited by ECSA. programme that promotes teaching in
when you start working. NSFAS will results with the university at the end of velopment ment, quantity surveying, metallurgical Programme offers: public schools.
send you statements showing how much every year of study. Bursaries from the National Skills Fund engineering, land surveying, process/ Flexible framework to achieve profes- Field of study: Education
you owe and how much you must pay Final Year Programme for scarce skills chemical engineering. sional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng) Selection criteria: The bursary is only
back each month. Students in their final year of study, Bursaries for the National Certificate Successful candidates will be required status. Personal career planning. Contin- awarded to South African citizens and
It is your legal responsibility to keep in who will qualify to graduate at the end (Vocational) and for certain Report 191 to provide the following documentation uous learning and development opportu- applications will not be considered un-
touch with NSFAS and to inform us of of the year, are eligible to be funded courses at TVET colleges and it has to accompany their applica- nities via the Hatch Corporate Learning less a certified copy of the applicants ID
any change of address. through the Final Year Programme. This The bursary programme of the Depart- tion: Centre. Mentoring support programme document is submitted, the bursary will
How are repayments calculated? is a special funding programme which ment of Higher Education and Training - Must be a South African citizen with a exposure to a variety of challenging only be awarded if one of the priority
NSFAS has made repayments affordable was launched by the President in 2011. for students with disabilities. valid ID book or ID card. work experiences and career pathways. area specialisation subjects is included
for you. Repayments of your student If you graduate in your final year, the Website: www.nsfas.org.za - All students must have an average of Monthly meetings and progress reviews. as a teaching subject in the qualification
loan are based on the salary that you loan is converted to a 100% bursary. 65% or higher academically. Global exposure with a wide variety of and applications must only be made
earn, and start once your salary is R30 Students can only benefit from the Final Mondi: Forestry - Students must have Mathematics and work around the world. Networking once students have been allocated a valid
000 or more per year. Year Programme once. Bursary Science as subjects. events and activities student number and have been accepted/
The repayment amount starts at a How do these bursary conversions What we offer? - Provide their academic results or Grade Key Disciplines: provisionally accepted at their university
calculation of 3% of your annual salary, show on NSFAS accounts? Bursaries for 1st year students studying 12 exemption certificate where applica- Chemical Engineering, Civil & Structur- of choice.
increasing to a maximum of 8% when Bursary rebates and your credit balance BSc Forestry at Stellenbosch University. ble. al Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Enquiries: www.fundzalushaka.doe.gov.
your salary reaches R59 300 or more per appear on your statement when NSFAS Bursary covers tuition, accommodation, - You need to provide proof of accep- Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, za
year. For example, this means you will receives your academic results and meals and books. tance at one of the acceptable universities Mining Engineering, Electronics Engi-
repay R900 a year on a salary of refunds from the university. This takes Mondi Paper Bursary Value for study allowed by Murray & Roberts neering, Industrial Engineering.
R30 000 a year, or R75 per month. Once place at the end of the NSFAS financial This bursary is designed to cover stu- for the chosen field of study as well as for We are seeking... Internships &
your annual salary is R59 300 your year in April. dent for the following: the year of study. 65% and above average in academic per- learnerships
repayment will be R4 744 a year or R395 Your academic results are used to cal- - Tuition Students already studying in one of these formance. Bachelor degree (or working
a month culate any bursary rebates: for exam- - Accommodation fields and at a university accepted by towards) in a relevant discipline. Lead-
Interest is charged at 80% of the repo ple, 40% of your student loan will be - Meals Murray & Roberts may also apply. ership and teamwork skills. Advanced
rate, which is the repurchase rate at converted into a bursary if you pass all - Books Graduates are required to work for the analytical and problem solving skills. An Intsika Foundation
which the Reserve Bank lends to com- courses; if you pass half of your courses, Mondi Bursaries Requirements company the equal amount of years to ability to think laterally and innovatively. Internship
mercial banks. NSFAS will continue then 20% of the student loan will be - Must be a South African citizen that of the bursary awarded whereby any Flexibility to travel and work in locations Intsika Foundation is seeking suitable
to charge interest on all outstanding converted into a bursary. If you don't - Solid academic record for 1st semester suspension periods would be included. within South Africa and International- interns to participate in this programme
balances. It is therefore very important pass any courses, you will not receive - BSc Forestry at Stellenbosch University The terms of employment required will ly. A passion and drive to make a real for a period of 12 months and 18 months
to start repaying your loan as soon as any bursary rebate for that academic - Must have a driver’s license or must however not included any in-service difference respectively. Services SETA has the fol-
possible. year and you will have to repay 100% of obtain a license before being placed in a training received and will be instated Need further information? lowing scope of coverage:
How will I repay the loan if I am un- your student loan. plantation upon successful completion of studies. Please feel free to visit our website: Cleaning, Domestic, Hiring, General
employed or still studying? What happens to any money left over Preference will be given to HDSA (his- The bursary covers tuition, text books, http://www.hatch.co.za Business, Labour Recruitment, Market-
You do not have to repay if you are from my NSFAS student loan? torically disadvantaged South African) accommodation and meals. How to Apply ing, Personal Care, Project Management,
unemployed or still studying, but you Money left over from a NSFAS study students Permanent employment is considered Interested? To be considered for a posi- Property, Project Management, Postal
do have to provide written proof (in the loan is never paid out to you. The Completed application forms must be upon completion of your studies; howev- tion, we require: Below are the three types of available
form of an affidavit, valid for 3 months) money is deducted from the balance you submitted by no later than 15th Septem- er this is not guaranteed and is depen- CV (be sure to include your transferrable internship programmes:
to say that you are unemployed. owe. You will not have to pay interest on ber each year. dent on the needs of the organisation. skills and extra-curricular activities). LP05: Internship entering workplace
Please stay in contact with us and make it, and NSFAS will have more funds to The following application documents How to apply? Cover letter (personalise this to outline This is a 12-month workplace experience
sure that information such as your help other students like you. Funds paid are necessary: Visit: http://murrob.graduate.erecruit. your interests and why you want to work programme designed for candidates who
employment status and your personal back to NSFAS are used as your first - Motivational letter co.za/ for Hatch Goba). Recent copy of your have already completed an NQF Level 5
details, including address and cellphone repayment of your student loan. - Short curriculum vitae academic transcripts. ID Copy. Comple- and higher qualification that is relevant
numbers, are up to date. What is a NSFAS bursary? - Certified copy of matric certificate Hatch Goba tion of our online graduate application for employment in the services sector,
Does NSFAS pay registration costs for A NSFAS bursary is the money you - Certified copy of identification docu- Bursary Program questionnaire (Please ensure you fill in but have not yet gathered the necessary
first-year and returning students? receive to cover the costs of your studies ment and driver’s license Hatch Goba offers Bursaries to deserving all fields and provide as much informa- practical experience to enable them
Yes, but only for students where the for certain qualifications at any public How to apply? students from 2nd to 4th academic year. tion as possible). to obtain employment. Duration: 12
Expected Family Contribution is 0 on university or college in South Africa. Visit: http://www.mondigroup.com Upon completion of studies, our bursary Closing date: 31 August 2017 months, stipend: R2500.
the Means Test. This money does not have to be repaid holders become part of our Profession- LP06: Internships FET pat Nated Qual-
How is part of a NSFAS loan converted to NSFAS. al Development Programme (PDP). Funza Lushaka ification (N6 only)
into a bursary that does not have to be We administer various bursary funds, Murray & Roberts The Hatch Goba PDP is a global Hatch Bursary Programme This is an 18-month workplace experi-
repaid? including: Bursaries initiative aimed at engineering excel- This is a full-cost service bursary avail- ence programme designed for candidates
Up to 40% of your student loan may be The Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme Bursary: civil engineering, mechanical lence. It has been developed to facilitate able from the National Department of who have already completed an N6 qual-
converted into a bursary and does not to train teachers engineering, electrical engineering, the management of professional career Education for eligible B Ed or PGCE ification relevant for employment in the
have to be repaid, depending on your Bursaries for studying Social Work industrial engineering, mining engi- development over the initial years. The students. Funza Lushaka is a multi-year Continued on page 21.
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Healthy How To Ace Your Exams
Habits
For Better
Exam
Results
Exam time is crazy, and we all develop ways to keep With exams around the corner many people find them-
cool in order to perform our best. Having a plan selves needing tips on how to best handle this challenge
is vital, especially to deal with stress. Great habits that will mark a milestone in their education. We speak to
stick because they feel so good and give you confi- Donald Khumalo, a senior financial accounting lecturer at
dence, even if exam stakes are high. the University of South Africa to get his insight on how to
best prepare for exams.
By Abigail Trenam By Nosipho Shabalala
in. Your body is clever and instinctively Muscle training on a longer break for What do I need to do before I start for at least 45 minutes a day will assist in that time. I would suggest that you,
knows what it needs emotionally and 30-40 minutes changes the shape of your preparing for exams? relieving stress. Turn off anything that maybe, try studying in the mornings and
physically. At exam time, your body body, and several studies have shown You don’t only need to study but you might distract you, like your cellphone then use the afternoons to revise what
needs different things to help boost that muscle training improves memory, also need to prepare yourself mentally, and television, you can also deactivate you have studied in the morning.
focus and control stress levels. Planning too. You do not need the gym; find awe- physically and emotionally. A study your social network accounts. How can students organize their
your work and scheduling your breaks some workouts online, like on YouTube indicates that when you are under stress, When is the best time to study? exam preparation time?
is important for avoiding exhaustion. or Pinterest, which you can do at home the brain releases cortisol. Cortisol is It depends on whether you are a morn- A lot of students wait until the week
Exercise is the best break for the brain without equipment. toxic and causes cloudy thinking, so part ing person or a night person, it is very before their examinations to start pre-
because it reduces anxiety, improves If you are concerned about time and of the preparation is recognizing that important to know the best time that paring for examination and this is one of
your memory, gives you bursts of energy, prefer shorter breaks, then doing a 60 under stress you will not be at your best. suits you to study. If you choose to study the reasons students end up cramming,
and even helps you look better. minute workout in the morning or It is very important to make sure that at night please avoid the all-nighter, it and cramming causes anxiety. Time
There are two types of exercise that the evening will give you all the same you get enough sleep, your body and can be very draining and chances are management and creating a balanced
work well together for exams: car- benefits. mind needs to rest for at least seven to you will likely remember less of what study schedule are very important. You
dio (running or walking) and muscle eight hours a night. you have studied. need to know exactly what you have
Give Your Brain A training (lifting weights or body weight Healthy Food For High Healthy eating and drinking lots of Based on my past experience as a stu- to study and how much time you will
Break exercises). Taking short walks or runs Marks water is also very important before dent, I would study in the mornings as I need. Allocate your time wisely on each
in between the books for 15- 20 min-
believe that our brains functions better
or during examination time. As we
subject or module, for example, on week
Exercise is the best way to feel relaxed, utes releases endorphins, your ‘happy’ During exams, we crave junk food all know, examinations can be very during that time. We also are able to one and two you can decide to focus
and gives you way more than you put hormones, and improves concentration. Continued on page 20 stressful; therefore walking or jogging recall almost everything studied during Continued on page 21.
14 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 15
Healthy How To Ace Your Exams
Habits
For Better
Exam
Results
Exam time is crazy, and we all develop ways to keep With exams around the corner many people find them-
cool in order to perform our best. Having a plan selves needing tips on how to best handle this challenge
is vital, especially to deal with stress. Great habits that will mark a milestone in their education. We speak to
stick because they feel so good and give you confi- Donald Khumalo, a senior financial accounting lecturer at
dence, even if exam stakes are high. the University of South Africa to get his insight on how to
best prepare for exams.
By Abigail Trenam By Nosipho Shabalala
in. Your body is clever and instinctively Muscle training on a longer break for What do I need to do before I start for at least 45 minutes a day will assist in that time. I would suggest that you,
knows what it needs emotionally and 30-40 minutes changes the shape of your preparing for exams? relieving stress. Turn off anything that maybe, try studying in the mornings and
physically. At exam time, your body body, and several studies have shown You don’t only need to study but you might distract you, like your cellphone then use the afternoons to revise what
needs different things to help boost that muscle training improves memory, also need to prepare yourself mentally, and television, you can also deactivate you have studied in the morning.
focus and control stress levels. Planning too. You do not need the gym; find awe- physically and emotionally. A study your social network accounts. How can students organize their
your work and scheduling your breaks some workouts online, like on YouTube indicates that when you are under stress, When is the best time to study? exam preparation time?
is important for avoiding exhaustion. or Pinterest, which you can do at home the brain releases cortisol. Cortisol is It depends on whether you are a morn- A lot of students wait until the week
Exercise is the best break for the brain without equipment. toxic and causes cloudy thinking, so part ing person or a night person, it is very before their examinations to start pre-
because it reduces anxiety, improves If you are concerned about time and of the preparation is recognizing that important to know the best time that paring for examination and this is one of
your memory, gives you bursts of energy, prefer shorter breaks, then doing a 60 under stress you will not be at your best. suits you to study. If you choose to study the reasons students end up cramming,
and even helps you look better. minute workout in the morning or It is very important to make sure that at night please avoid the all-nighter, it and cramming causes anxiety. Time
There are two types of exercise that the evening will give you all the same you get enough sleep, your body and can be very draining and chances are management and creating a balanced
work well together for exams: car- benefits. mind needs to rest for at least seven to you will likely remember less of what study schedule are very important. You
dio (running or walking) and muscle eight hours a night. you have studied. need to know exactly what you have
Give Your Brain A training (lifting weights or body weight Healthy Food For High Healthy eating and drinking lots of Based on my past experience as a stu- to study and how much time you will
Break exercises). Taking short walks or runs Marks water is also very important before dent, I would study in the mornings as I need. Allocate your time wisely on each
in between the books for 15- 20 min-
believe that our brains functions better
or during examination time. As we
subject or module, for example, on week
Exercise is the best way to feel relaxed, utes releases endorphins, your ‘happy’ During exams, we crave junk food all know, examinations can be very during that time. We also are able to one and two you can decide to focus
and gives you way more than you put hormones, and improves concentration. Continued on page 20 stressful; therefore walking or jogging recall almost everything studied during Continued on page 21.
14 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 15
manage working capital efficiently and
understand credit, the workshop also
Partnering with SA’s learners taught Nobuhle how to communicate
effectively and the value of emotional
intelligence when dealing with peo-
on entrepreneurial ple. “ReadytoWork builds on the skills
already learnt at school, but in a way that
develops essential business and work
development and banking skills,” she comments.
In addition to the core people, money
and entrepreneurial skills the pro-
gramme teaches, it also instils critical
knowledge about the world of work
– from deadlines to work crises and
conflicts, among others. As one of the
four modules of ReadytoWork, it teaches
young people how to identify and pur-
sue the right opportunities.
Banking Options
For The Youth residence. For those under 16, guardian its variety of banking options catering
There is one area that these learners or parental consent and their IDs are to young South Africans form a critical
still require assistance in: bank account additional requirements. part of its Shared Growth strategy to
options available to them. Hope and Absa’s Student account, on the other empower communities and tackle social
Nobuhle want to take their businesses to hand, is aimed at offering those who challenges in ways that create value
the next level by opening a bank account have embarked on the next step of their for society and business. The company
that will cater to their needs as teens education journey affordable services does this by focusing on three main
and entrepreneurs. Accounts that cater and exceptional benefits and value-add- areas: education and skills, enterprise
specifically to their needs are therefore a ed services. For a monthly fee of only development and financial inclusion.
priority – and Absa introduced its youth R22.50, students can get unlimited ReadytoWork is a key initiative in the
and student banking account options to electronic transactions and monthly education and skills area, while creating
value-added services such as free data,
more banking options for the country’s
South Africa has a wealth of entrepreneurial talent – and there is no age restric- meet these unique requirements. discount vouchers for Hungry Lion, youth is a fundamental driver of finan-
The MegaU debit card account, for
tion on that flair. Every day, young South Africans that haven’t even left school yet instance, was launched specifically for
are showing their pioneering spirit by recognising a gap in the market and start- under 19s to allow them to gain finan-
ing their first businesses. Absa provides these students with support and a variety cial freedom by being able to access and “The MegaU debit card account… was
manage their own money when it suits
of skills as part of its ReadytoWork employability initiative. them. The account comes with zero launched specifically for under 19s to
monthly service fees, a range of free allow them to gain financial freedom by
transactions and value-added services.
recently started their own agricultural not everyone is the same – and it is Free transactions include airtime or being able to access and manage
Hope Peter, Thapelo Selokoma and business selling mostly vegetables. Run- important to know how to deal with all data purchases through cell phone or
Nobuhle Mbatha from Letsibogo Girls ning a business while dealing with the types of people.” online banking, card swipes and ATM their own money when it suits them.”
High School in Soweto are just a small demands of school work and extracur- For Nobuhle, who started her own withdrawals, while value-added services
cross-section of the learners benefiting ricular activities isn’t for the faint-heart- business selling branded pens when she include 50 megabytes (MB) of free data
from the programme, which is a free ed though, so the two decided to get the noticed that there was a pen theft prob- monthly through MTN, Vodacom,
training curriculum that gives bright help Absa was offering by taking part in lem that learners were experiencing at Cell C and Telkom, as well as a free 2D McDonalds or Vida e Caffe' , and a free cial inclusion.
and ambitious learners, students and ReadytoWork. school, the ReadytoWork Money Skills movie ticket through NuMetro or a movie ticket . The account is open to For more information on either Ready-
young people a range of work, people, “I learnt not only how to manage financ- workshop that she attended last year R20 discount voucher at McDonalds or all South African full-time students toWork or the banking options that
money and entrepreneurial skills to es related to setting up and growing a imparted much more than just financial Wakaberry. between 18 and 27 with valid IDs or Absa offers, visit https://readytowork.
enhance their employment and self-em- business, but also about how to deal with acumen. All that is needed to open a MegaU ac- passports, proof of residence and proof barclays/home or https://www.absa.co.
ployment prospects. different characters,” says Hope. “Since While it did teach the invaluable ability count is a valid barcoded South African of registration at a tertiary institution. za/personal/bank/youth-student-bank-
Business partners Hope and Thapelo starting our business, we have seen that to budget, save and spend wisely, ID document or passport and proof of Absa’s ReadytoWork programme and ing/explore/.
16 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 17
manage working capital efficiently and
understand credit, the workshop also
Partnering with SA’s learners taught Nobuhle how to communicate
effectively and the value of emotional
intelligence when dealing with peo-
on entrepreneurial ple. “ReadytoWork builds on the skills
already learnt at school, but in a way that
develops essential business and work
development and banking skills,” she comments.
In addition to the core people, money
and entrepreneurial skills the pro-
gramme teaches, it also instils critical
knowledge about the world of work
– from deadlines to work crises and
conflicts, among others. As one of the
four modules of ReadytoWork, it teaches
young people how to identify and pur-
sue the right opportunities.
Banking Options
For The Youth residence. For those under 16, guardian its variety of banking options catering
There is one area that these learners or parental consent and their IDs are to young South Africans form a critical
still require assistance in: bank account additional requirements. part of its Shared Growth strategy to
options available to them. Hope and Absa’s Student account, on the other empower communities and tackle social
Nobuhle want to take their businesses to hand, is aimed at offering those who challenges in ways that create value
the next level by opening a bank account have embarked on the next step of their for society and business. The company
that will cater to their needs as teens education journey affordable services does this by focusing on three main
and entrepreneurs. Accounts that cater and exceptional benefits and value-add- areas: education and skills, enterprise
specifically to their needs are therefore a ed services. For a monthly fee of only development and financial inclusion.
priority – and Absa introduced its youth R22.50, students can get unlimited ReadytoWork is a key initiative in the
and student banking account options to electronic transactions and monthly education and skills area, while creating
value-added services such as free data,
more banking options for the country’s
South Africa has a wealth of entrepreneurial talent – and there is no age restric- meet these unique requirements. discount vouchers for Hungry Lion, youth is a fundamental driver of finan-
The MegaU debit card account, for
tion on that flair. Every day, young South Africans that haven’t even left school yet instance, was launched specifically for
are showing their pioneering spirit by recognising a gap in the market and start- under 19s to allow them to gain finan-
ing their first businesses. Absa provides these students with support and a variety cial freedom by being able to access and “The MegaU debit card account… was
manage their own money when it suits
of skills as part of its ReadytoWork employability initiative. them. The account comes with zero launched specifically for under 19s to
monthly service fees, a range of free allow them to gain financial freedom by
transactions and value-added services.
recently started their own agricultural not everyone is the same – and it is Free transactions include airtime or being able to access and manage
Hope Peter, Thapelo Selokoma and business selling mostly vegetables. Run- important to know how to deal with all data purchases through cell phone or
Nobuhle Mbatha from Letsibogo Girls ning a business while dealing with the types of people.” online banking, card swipes and ATM their own money when it suits them.”
High School in Soweto are just a small demands of school work and extracur- For Nobuhle, who started her own withdrawals, while value-added services
cross-section of the learners benefiting ricular activities isn’t for the faint-heart- business selling branded pens when she include 50 megabytes (MB) of free data
from the programme, which is a free ed though, so the two decided to get the noticed that there was a pen theft prob- monthly through MTN, Vodacom,
training curriculum that gives bright help Absa was offering by taking part in lem that learners were experiencing at Cell C and Telkom, as well as a free 2D McDonalds or Vida e Caffe' , and a free cial inclusion.
and ambitious learners, students and ReadytoWork. school, the ReadytoWork Money Skills movie ticket through NuMetro or a movie ticket . The account is open to For more information on either Ready-
young people a range of work, people, “I learnt not only how to manage financ- workshop that she attended last year R20 discount voucher at McDonalds or all South African full-time students toWork or the banking options that
money and entrepreneurial skills to es related to setting up and growing a imparted much more than just financial Wakaberry. between 18 and 27 with valid IDs or Absa offers, visit https://readytowork.
enhance their employment and self-em- business, but also about how to deal with acumen. All that is needed to open a MegaU ac- passports, proof of residence and proof barclays/home or https://www.absa.co.
ployment prospects. different characters,” says Hope. “Since While it did teach the invaluable ability count is a valid barcoded South African of registration at a tertiary institution. za/personal/bank/youth-student-bank-
Business partners Hope and Thapelo starting our business, we have seen that to budget, save and spend wisely, ID document or passport and proof of Absa’s ReadytoWork programme and ing/explore/.
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CAREERS
A Career In tion levels for Air Traffic Controllers, Air Marshals and Air Traffic Control- The most important
Air Traffic Control Management namely; Aerodrome /Tower Control, lers are different in the aspects men- qualities for air traffic
tioned above. One works outdoors on
Approach control and Area control.
the aircraft parking bay (the marshal)
Aerodrome Or Tower and the other works inside the control controllers are:
tower that is located at airports (the
Controller tallest building at the airfields). Communication Skills
Aerodrome or Tower controllers If one aspires to become an air traffic Air traffic controllers must be able
control aircraft within the vicinity of controller, they can do that by applying to give clear, concise instructions,
the airport and use visual observation under the bursaries tab found on the listen carefully to pilot’s requests, and
from the airport tower. The roles of the ATNS website (www.atns.com). Air respond by speaking clearly.
position are to: Traffic and Navigation Service (ATNS)
• Issue IFR flight plan clearances, helps is one of the biggest companies that has Concentration Skills
with coordination for Ground Control. been providing air navigation services Be able to concentrate in a room
• Issue taxi instructions and authoris- for the past 23 years. ATNS prides itself where multiple conversations occur at
es aircraft/vehicle movements on the in taking young people from "Kasi to once.
airport except the active runway. the Skies". The aviation academy is Decision making skills. When a
• Issue takeoff and landing instruc- based in Bonaero Park and provides pilot requests a change of altitude or
tions/clearances and authorises aircraft/ training to over 1000 individuals both heading to avoid poor weather, the
vehicle movements on or across run- locally and internationally. controller must respond quickly so
ways. that the plane can operate safely.
There are three intakes that take place
Approach and Departure each year for the core content pro- Math Skills
Be able to do arithmetic accurately
Controller gramme. The intake happens on the and quickly. They often need to com-
following dates:
• Issue instructions to aircraft that are • 1 - 31 January: April intake pute speeds, times, and distances, and
intending to land at the airport. This • 1 - 30 April: July intake they recommend heading and altitude
involves vectoring aircraft in a safe, • 1 - 31 August: September intake changes.
Air traffic controllers are known as the angels of the skies, the orderly, and expeditious manner and, if This gives undergraduates enough
people that keep the skies safe and more often, the pilot's needed, stacking the aircraft at different time and opportunity to apply. Three Organizational Skills
Be able to coordinate the actions of
heroes. This profession is one of the most unique careers that holding altitudes chances, every year, unlike all the other multiple flights. Controllers need to be
• Ensure that aircraft travelling within
needs recognition and is growing both locally and internation- an airport’s airspace maintain mini- higher education institutions that only able to prioritize tasks, because they
have one intake a year for undergrad-
ally. The aviation industry strives to recruit and train young peo- mum separation for safety. uates resulting in overcrowding during may be required to guide several pilots
ple, more especially young black women into the field. • Issue clearances to enter controlled registration week and stampedes at the same time.
airspace and hand-off control of aircraft during late applications. Problem-Solving Skills
to area controllers. For one to qualify for the Air Traffic
By Zanele Kumalo • Use radar equipment to monitor Control core content course they have Be able to understand complex situa-
flight paths and also provide informa- to be tions, such as the impact of changing
Most people do not understand what one visual communication and a part for remotely monitoring and direct- tion to pilots, such as weather condi- • A minimum of 18 years old and a weather patterns on a plane’s flight
air traffic control is about and often of aircraft ground handling. The usual ing the movements of aircraft as part tions and other critical notices. maximum of 28 years old path. Controllers must be able to re-
think that air traffic controllers are the equipment of a marshaller is a reflecting of a system of air traffic control. They • Have Grade 12 with Maths and view important information and pro-
people that work at the apron, wear safety vest, a helmet with acoustic ear- provide a service that facilitates the safe Area Controller English (HG D or SG C or level 4 vide pilots with appropriate solutions.
reflectors and help aircraft park. To clear muffs, and gloves or marshaling wands/ and orderly movement of aircraft within upwards)
the confusion one needs to understand handheld illuminated beacons. The and between airports by receiving and • Monitors aircraft once they leave an • Be a South African citizen and
that air traffic control and air marshal marshaller signals the pilot to keep processing data from radar devices that airport’s airspace. • Be medically fit • 10 days of non-academic activities as
are two different jobs with one being a turning, slow down, stop, and shut down monitor local weather conditions and by • Guide the airplane along its route. The company feels very honored to be determined by the study programme
bit more complex. What makes them engines, leading the aircraft to its park- maintaining radio contact with pilots. They may adjust the flight path of having gifted candidates in their pro- co-coordinators.
similar is the fact that in both jobs, the ing stand or to the runway. Air Marshals Controllers apply separation rules to aircraft to avoid collisions and for safety gramme, they therefore offer This means that you do not have to
safety of the aircraft and its passengers are also responsible for all ground ser- keep aircraft at a safe distance from each in general. • Cost of tuition for the ATS Core worry about applying for NSFAS or
comes first, although that happens with vicing of commercial aircraft, including other in their area of responsibility and • As an airplane goes along its route, Content Course any financial assistance when you get
a very different approach. The difference loading and unloading of baggage and move all aircraft safely and efficiently area controllers hand the plane off to • Accommodation, on a sharing basis, accepted to join the programme. There
between an Air Marshal and an Air cargo, operating a variety of machinery through their assigned sector of air the next center, approach control, or at a guest lodge arranged by ATNS will be no need to worry about residen-
traffic Controller is that: and equipment, including baggage load- space, as well as on the ground. tower along the path, as needed. • Transport to and from the ATNS tial accommodation during your studies,
An Air Marshal, by definition is a person er belts, diesel pushback tractors and The duties of an ATC vary according • Are responsible for the safety of air- Aviation Academy, as per study and you will not depend on your parents for
who guides aircraft using hand and small baggage cart tugs. to the level of qualifications and skills craft at higher altitudes, in the en-route practical requirements pocket money or need assistance with
wand signals on the apron (plane park- An Air Traffic Controller (ATC), by acquired through training and ATC phase of their flight surrounding busier • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily purchasing study material since all will
ing ramp). Marshaling is one-on- definition is a person who is responsible license. There are about three qualifica- airports and airspace. • A monthly allowance be provided to you.
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CAREERS
A Career In tion levels for Air Traffic Controllers, Air Marshals and Air Traffic Control- The most important
Air Traffic Control Management namely; Aerodrome /Tower Control, lers are different in the aspects men- qualities for air traffic
tioned above. One works outdoors on
Approach control and Area control.
the aircraft parking bay (the marshal)
Aerodrome Or Tower and the other works inside the control controllers are:
tower that is located at airports (the
Controller tallest building at the airfields). Communication Skills
Aerodrome or Tower controllers If one aspires to become an air traffic Air traffic controllers must be able
control aircraft within the vicinity of controller, they can do that by applying to give clear, concise instructions,
the airport and use visual observation under the bursaries tab found on the listen carefully to pilot’s requests, and
from the airport tower. The roles of the ATNS website (www.atns.com). Air respond by speaking clearly.
position are to: Traffic and Navigation Service (ATNS)
• Issue IFR flight plan clearances, helps is one of the biggest companies that has Concentration Skills
with coordination for Ground Control. been providing air navigation services Be able to concentrate in a room
• Issue taxi instructions and authoris- for the past 23 years. ATNS prides itself where multiple conversations occur at
es aircraft/vehicle movements on the in taking young people from "Kasi to once.
airport except the active runway. the Skies". The aviation academy is Decision making skills. When a
• Issue takeoff and landing instruc- based in Bonaero Park and provides pilot requests a change of altitude or
tions/clearances and authorises aircraft/ training to over 1000 individuals both heading to avoid poor weather, the
vehicle movements on or across run- locally and internationally. controller must respond quickly so
ways. that the plane can operate safely.
There are three intakes that take place
Approach and Departure each year for the core content pro- Math Skills
Be able to do arithmetic accurately
Controller gramme. The intake happens on the and quickly. They often need to com-
following dates:
• Issue instructions to aircraft that are • 1 - 31 January: April intake pute speeds, times, and distances, and
intending to land at the airport. This • 1 - 30 April: July intake they recommend heading and altitude
involves vectoring aircraft in a safe, • 1 - 31 August: September intake changes.
Air traffic controllers are known as the angels of the skies, the orderly, and expeditious manner and, if This gives undergraduates enough
people that keep the skies safe and more often, the pilot's needed, stacking the aircraft at different time and opportunity to apply. Three Organizational Skills
Be able to coordinate the actions of
heroes. This profession is one of the most unique careers that holding altitudes chances, every year, unlike all the other multiple flights. Controllers need to be
• Ensure that aircraft travelling within
needs recognition and is growing both locally and internation- an airport’s airspace maintain mini- higher education institutions that only able to prioritize tasks, because they
have one intake a year for undergrad-
ally. The aviation industry strives to recruit and train young peo- mum separation for safety. uates resulting in overcrowding during may be required to guide several pilots
ple, more especially young black women into the field. • Issue clearances to enter controlled registration week and stampedes at the same time.
airspace and hand-off control of aircraft during late applications. Problem-Solving Skills
to area controllers. For one to qualify for the Air Traffic
By Zanele Kumalo • Use radar equipment to monitor Control core content course they have Be able to understand complex situa-
flight paths and also provide informa- to be tions, such as the impact of changing
Most people do not understand what one visual communication and a part for remotely monitoring and direct- tion to pilots, such as weather condi- • A minimum of 18 years old and a weather patterns on a plane’s flight
air traffic control is about and often of aircraft ground handling. The usual ing the movements of aircraft as part tions and other critical notices. maximum of 28 years old path. Controllers must be able to re-
think that air traffic controllers are the equipment of a marshaller is a reflecting of a system of air traffic control. They • Have Grade 12 with Maths and view important information and pro-
people that work at the apron, wear safety vest, a helmet with acoustic ear- provide a service that facilitates the safe Area Controller English (HG D or SG C or level 4 vide pilots with appropriate solutions.
reflectors and help aircraft park. To clear muffs, and gloves or marshaling wands/ and orderly movement of aircraft within upwards)
the confusion one needs to understand handheld illuminated beacons. The and between airports by receiving and • Monitors aircraft once they leave an • Be a South African citizen and
that air traffic control and air marshal marshaller signals the pilot to keep processing data from radar devices that airport’s airspace. • Be medically fit • 10 days of non-academic activities as
are two different jobs with one being a turning, slow down, stop, and shut down monitor local weather conditions and by • Guide the airplane along its route. The company feels very honored to be determined by the study programme
bit more complex. What makes them engines, leading the aircraft to its park- maintaining radio contact with pilots. They may adjust the flight path of having gifted candidates in their pro- co-coordinators.
similar is the fact that in both jobs, the ing stand or to the runway. Air Marshals Controllers apply separation rules to aircraft to avoid collisions and for safety gramme, they therefore offer This means that you do not have to
safety of the aircraft and its passengers are also responsible for all ground ser- keep aircraft at a safe distance from each in general. • Cost of tuition for the ATS Core worry about applying for NSFAS or
comes first, although that happens with vicing of commercial aircraft, including other in their area of responsibility and • As an airplane goes along its route, Content Course any financial assistance when you get
a very different approach. The difference loading and unloading of baggage and move all aircraft safely and efficiently area controllers hand the plane off to • Accommodation, on a sharing basis, accepted to join the programme. There
between an Air Marshal and an Air cargo, operating a variety of machinery through their assigned sector of air the next center, approach control, or at a guest lodge arranged by ATNS will be no need to worry about residen-
traffic Controller is that: and equipment, including baggage load- space, as well as on the ground. tower along the path, as needed. • Transport to and from the ATNS tial accommodation during your studies,
An Air Marshal, by definition is a person er belts, diesel pushback tractors and The duties of an ATC vary according • Are responsible for the safety of air- Aviation Academy, as per study and you will not depend on your parents for
who guides aircraft using hand and small baggage cart tugs. to the level of qualifications and skills craft at higher altitudes, in the en-route practical requirements pocket money or need assistance with
wand signals on the apron (plane park- An Air Traffic Controller (ATC), by acquired through training and ATC phase of their flight surrounding busier • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily purchasing study material since all will
ing ramp). Marshaling is one-on- definition is a person who is responsible license. There are about three qualifica- airports and airspace. • A monthly allowance be provided to you.
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successful, the control, Approach control and Area Continued from page 13. LP06: Internships FET post Nated further your training and gain practical
bursary will be control. The road is endless in Air Traffic services sector, but have not yet gathered Qualification (N6 only) and work experience.
terminated. Control, it involves continuous studying the necessary practical experience to en- LP07: Internships FET post NCV and How to apply:
Once the course and opportunities to branch into many able them to obtain a National Diploma. vocational Qualification Forward your CV, a certified copy of
has been com- other fields, for example, working for the Duration: 18 months, stipend: R1500. All applications must be hand delivered your ID and your most recent academic
pleted, learners Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). LP07: Internships FET post NCV and or posted to: record to – [email protected].
are dispatched vocational Qualification Elethu House, Suite G4 Block 27, Thorn- com
across approx- This is a 12-month workplace experience hill Office Park,, 94 Bekker Road,
imately 23 One of the Air Traffic Controllers programme designed for candidates who Midrand, 1685, PO BOX 3840, Halfway SAAB Grintek
different airports at Lanseria International airport, Mr have already completed an NQF level House 1685
across South Af- Gladwin Pelo Sekgobela, joined ATNS 1,2,3 or 4 national vocational qualifica- For enquiries, kindly contact Mr Sipho Learnership
rica which have in 2012, after completing his degree in tion that is relevant for employment in Shabalala, 011 695 6808 recruitment@ for Disabled Persons
a contract with Information Technology (IT). He had the services sector, but have not yet gath- insikafoundation.co.za Disabled persons with a minimum ma-
The selection process gets a little intense ATNS to pro- little knowledge, like most of us, on what ered the necessary practical experience tric (Grade 12) qualification may apply
and this is because aviation is a very dis- vide air traffic navigation services and a career in air controlling was all about. to enable them to obtain employment. SAAB Grintek for this training programme which will
ciplined and legislation enforced field. during that time they will be validating He did the training and has grown over Duration: 12 months, stipend: R1500. Learnership provide learners with a unique opportu-
Assessments and medical checks have their skill with their performance being the past years in his career and is now Conditions for unemployed nity to receive training and gain valuable
to be completed by potential candidates continuously monitored. Validation validating to get his Approach Control- Candidates must be unemployed, not persons practical experience in a world class
to ensure that they are medically fit. In takes approximately one hundred hours ler license. He pointed out that what has participating in any other skills develop- organisation.
addition to the medical examination and thereafter the learner will be offered made him a good controller is the fact ment programme/project funded by any Unemployed persons with a minimum A 12 months training contract is offered
potential candidates will also have to permanent employment for about 16 that he has the ability to multitask, plan, other public institution and must reside N4 Technical qualification may apply to candidates in various fields, including
• write ability assessments months. visualise and be assertive. He says that in Gauteng. Correspondence will be for this training programme which will administration, technical and artisan.
• get interviewed • Upon successful validation and prior what he likes most about his job is that limited to successful candidates only and provide learners with a unique opportu- Training will include:
• get vetted to the end of the fixed-term contract, he keeps the skies safe and lands and applications received after the closing nity to receive training and gain valuable Technical/Administrative/Artisan Skills,
Once you get accepted, you will then ATNS may offer the learner permanent departs big planes that are loaded with date will not be considered. People with practical experience in a world class Work readiness, Basic computer skills,
have to sign a bursary contract and get employment as an Air Traffic Services, families, senior citizens of the world and disabilities are encouraged to apply. organisation. Practical experience.
started with the course. The course runs or an Aeronautical Information Manage- CEO'S and presidents of many different Curriculum vitae (with next of kin A 6 months training contract is offered Requirements:
for 17 weeks (core content) in which 17 ment Officer countries. "Good controllers are born particulars) to candidates with a keen interest in a You must have a minimum matric
modules will be studied and 17 exams • Permanent employment will include with the love of aviation embedded in Original certified copy of ID, Original technical field. (Grade 12) qualification, you must be a
will be written which all have to be salary and full benefits (including medi- their DNA", he says. certified qualifications, Proof of resi- Training will include: South African citizen, seeking oppor-
passed with a 70% mark. Failure to ob- cal aid, pension fund, etc.) If your destiny is to reach high up in the dence (Indicate the municipality and the Technical skills, Work readiness, Basic tunity to further your training and gain
tain the mark leads to termination of the • On acceptance of the offer, the AIMO/ skies, since “the sky is the limit” then Air ward), Medical proof of disability. computer skills, Practical experience. practical work experience.
contract. Learners are required to pass ATSO learner becomes a fully-fledged Traffic Control or a career in aviation The application must clearly indicate Requirements: How to apply:
all their modules, courses and examina- member of the ATNS team. They will be might be for you. After all, controllers the reference number of the internship You must have a minimum N4 techni- Forward your CV, a certified copy of
tions at 70% or above in order for the obliged to work for ATNS for one year reckon that they have the coolest jobs applied for, for example cal qualification, you must be a South your ID and your Grade 12 certificate to
bursary to continue. in terms of the bursary agreement. in the world and often compare it to LP05: Internship entering workplace, African citizen seeking opportunity to [email protected]
Should a searner not successfully com- Upon completion of the bursary/ learn- being in a live PlayStation game. Who
plete an examination or assessment, ship phase, candidates go through con- wouldn’t want to wake up every day and
but achieve more than 50%, they may tinuous development where the com- get paid for “being in a live game”?
be given the opportunity to rewrite or pany sends each individual on courses Continued from Page 15. have learnt from the beginning of the Students should not only study to pass
be re-assessed. Should they still not be to get trained for Aerodrome/tower on a certain module. Once you have year. an examination but they should learn to
mastered it, you can then proceed to the Going through previous examination understand rather.
next one. When allocating time, make papers is another way of studying for In closing
Continued from page 14. er meals a day (3 main meals and 2 to 3 An addictive sugar habit slows down sure that you have a large monthly wall examinations, but I always advise my - It is very important to get plenty of
because it feels comforting under exam snacks in between) for energy. the brain. Sugar triggers hormones from calendar where you can write all your students not to depend on them because rest the day before your examinations.
pressure and it gives us a "kick". Howev- What is good for the brain is good for the brain’s reward system, which is the examination dates. This calendar will as- question papers change almost every Studies indicate that a lack of sleep can
er, it makes us feel sluggish and exhaust- the books warm fuzzy feeling you get from eating sist you in making sure that you prepare year so students should rather use them reduce your effectiveness by 25%, so be
ed, causes weight gain and is bad for Of all your organs, the brain needs the chocolate or drinking fizzy drinks. Sugar within your set time. to practice but be careful not to depend sure to get your sleep.
overall health. most energy. At rest, the brain uses 20% spikes and then crashes energy levels, How do I study for my examina- only on them. - Take ten minute breaks in-between
Nutritious food keeps us calm. Drinking of food nutrients and increases to 30% which makes you moody, and even tions? Using flash cards is another good way of your study time just to relax and maybe
plenty of water and eating clean food, in when concentrating. Eating nutritious anxious and depressed. All sugar junkies There is no one size fits all solution; revising or preparing for examinations. have a fruit, drink water or do a little
its most natural form that is not load- meals regularly keeps thinking fuel can train their taste buds to enjoy natu- therefore, it is important to find what After studying a chapter or two, close exercise.
ed in fat or sugar, keeps energy levels available for brainpower- a brilliant habit ral food. Planning meals will set you up will work for you during this crucial your book and write down everything - Get to the exam room an hour before
consistent without highs and lows. You for exams. Certain foods are rocket fuel for success. Munch on fruit and nuts, time. It is advisable to have an exam you already know; this helps you to your exam.
do not have to change everything at for the brain: and eat more lean protein and healthy scope, but depending entirely on the recall everything you need to know for When answering your exam question
once; replace one meal at a time. Eating Salmon (or oily fish), Eggs, Avoca- fat to help combat sugar cravings. scope is not a good idea, as you need to the examination. paper, start with the questions you know
big main meals will also make you feel do, Nuts, Seeds, Vegetables, Fruit, know all the work. It is also advisable to Start with your exam preparations as the answers to first.
heavy and slow; instead, eat 5 to 6 small- Wholegrains, Olives and Coconut oil. go back and study everything that you early as possible.
20 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 21
successful, the control, Approach control and Area Continued from page 13. LP06: Internships FET post Nated further your training and gain practical
bursary will be control. The road is endless in Air Traffic services sector, but have not yet gathered Qualification (N6 only) and work experience.
terminated. Control, it involves continuous studying the necessary practical experience to en- LP07: Internships FET post NCV and How to apply:
Once the course and opportunities to branch into many able them to obtain a National Diploma. vocational Qualification Forward your CV, a certified copy of
has been com- other fields, for example, working for the Duration: 18 months, stipend: R1500. All applications must be hand delivered your ID and your most recent academic
pleted, learners Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). LP07: Internships FET post NCV and or posted to: record to – [email protected].
are dispatched vocational Qualification Elethu House, Suite G4 Block 27, Thorn- com
across approx- This is a 12-month workplace experience hill Office Park,, 94 Bekker Road,
imately 23 One of the Air Traffic Controllers programme designed for candidates who Midrand, 1685, PO BOX 3840, Halfway SAAB Grintek
different airports at Lanseria International airport, Mr have already completed an NQF level House 1685
across South Af- Gladwin Pelo Sekgobela, joined ATNS 1,2,3 or 4 national vocational qualifica- For enquiries, kindly contact Mr Sipho Learnership
rica which have in 2012, after completing his degree in tion that is relevant for employment in Shabalala, 011 695 6808 recruitment@ for Disabled Persons
a contract with Information Technology (IT). He had the services sector, but have not yet gath- insikafoundation.co.za Disabled persons with a minimum ma-
The selection process gets a little intense ATNS to pro- little knowledge, like most of us, on what ered the necessary practical experience tric (Grade 12) qualification may apply
and this is because aviation is a very dis- vide air traffic navigation services and a career in air controlling was all about. to enable them to obtain employment. SAAB Grintek for this training programme which will
ciplined and legislation enforced field. during that time they will be validating He did the training and has grown over Duration: 12 months, stipend: R1500. Learnership provide learners with a unique opportu-
Assessments and medical checks have their skill with their performance being the past years in his career and is now Conditions for unemployed nity to receive training and gain valuable
to be completed by potential candidates continuously monitored. Validation validating to get his Approach Control- Candidates must be unemployed, not persons practical experience in a world class
to ensure that they are medically fit. In takes approximately one hundred hours ler license. He pointed out that what has participating in any other skills develop- organisation.
addition to the medical examination and thereafter the learner will be offered made him a good controller is the fact ment programme/project funded by any Unemployed persons with a minimum A 12 months training contract is offered
potential candidates will also have to permanent employment for about 16 that he has the ability to multitask, plan, other public institution and must reside N4 Technical qualification may apply to candidates in various fields, including
• write ability assessments months. visualise and be assertive. He says that in Gauteng. Correspondence will be for this training programme which will administration, technical and artisan.
• get interviewed • Upon successful validation and prior what he likes most about his job is that limited to successful candidates only and provide learners with a unique opportu- Training will include:
• get vetted to the end of the fixed-term contract, he keeps the skies safe and lands and applications received after the closing nity to receive training and gain valuable Technical/Administrative/Artisan Skills,
Once you get accepted, you will then ATNS may offer the learner permanent departs big planes that are loaded with date will not be considered. People with practical experience in a world class Work readiness, Basic computer skills,
have to sign a bursary contract and get employment as an Air Traffic Services, families, senior citizens of the world and disabilities are encouraged to apply. organisation. Practical experience.
started with the course. The course runs or an Aeronautical Information Manage- CEO'S and presidents of many different Curriculum vitae (with next of kin A 6 months training contract is offered Requirements:
for 17 weeks (core content) in which 17 ment Officer countries. "Good controllers are born particulars) to candidates with a keen interest in a You must have a minimum matric
modules will be studied and 17 exams • Permanent employment will include with the love of aviation embedded in Original certified copy of ID, Original technical field. (Grade 12) qualification, you must be a
will be written which all have to be salary and full benefits (including medi- their DNA", he says. certified qualifications, Proof of resi- Training will include: South African citizen, seeking oppor-
passed with a 70% mark. Failure to ob- cal aid, pension fund, etc.) If your destiny is to reach high up in the dence (Indicate the municipality and the Technical skills, Work readiness, Basic tunity to further your training and gain
tain the mark leads to termination of the • On acceptance of the offer, the AIMO/ skies, since “the sky is the limit” then Air ward), Medical proof of disability. computer skills, Practical experience. practical work experience.
contract. Learners are required to pass ATSO learner becomes a fully-fledged Traffic Control or a career in aviation The application must clearly indicate Requirements: How to apply:
all their modules, courses and examina- member of the ATNS team. They will be might be for you. After all, controllers the reference number of the internship You must have a minimum N4 techni- Forward your CV, a certified copy of
tions at 70% or above in order for the obliged to work for ATNS for one year reckon that they have the coolest jobs applied for, for example cal qualification, you must be a South your ID and your Grade 12 certificate to
bursary to continue. in terms of the bursary agreement. in the world and often compare it to LP05: Internship entering workplace, African citizen seeking opportunity to [email protected]
Should a searner not successfully com- Upon completion of the bursary/ learn- being in a live PlayStation game. Who
plete an examination or assessment, ship phase, candidates go through con- wouldn’t want to wake up every day and
but achieve more than 50%, they may tinuous development where the com- get paid for “being in a live game”?
be given the opportunity to rewrite or pany sends each individual on courses Continued from Page 15. have learnt from the beginning of the Students should not only study to pass
be re-assessed. Should they still not be to get trained for Aerodrome/tower on a certain module. Once you have year. an examination but they should learn to
mastered it, you can then proceed to the Going through previous examination understand rather.
next one. When allocating time, make papers is another way of studying for In closing
Continued from page 14. er meals a day (3 main meals and 2 to 3 An addictive sugar habit slows down sure that you have a large monthly wall examinations, but I always advise my - It is very important to get plenty of
because it feels comforting under exam snacks in between) for energy. the brain. Sugar triggers hormones from calendar where you can write all your students not to depend on them because rest the day before your examinations.
pressure and it gives us a "kick". Howev- What is good for the brain is good for the brain’s reward system, which is the examination dates. This calendar will as- question papers change almost every Studies indicate that a lack of sleep can
er, it makes us feel sluggish and exhaust- the books warm fuzzy feeling you get from eating sist you in making sure that you prepare year so students should rather use them reduce your effectiveness by 25%, so be
ed, causes weight gain and is bad for Of all your organs, the brain needs the chocolate or drinking fizzy drinks. Sugar within your set time. to practice but be careful not to depend sure to get your sleep.
overall health. most energy. At rest, the brain uses 20% spikes and then crashes energy levels, How do I study for my examina- only on them. - Take ten minute breaks in-between
Nutritious food keeps us calm. Drinking of food nutrients and increases to 30% which makes you moody, and even tions? Using flash cards is another good way of your study time just to relax and maybe
plenty of water and eating clean food, in when concentrating. Eating nutritious anxious and depressed. All sugar junkies There is no one size fits all solution; revising or preparing for examinations. have a fruit, drink water or do a little
its most natural form that is not load- meals regularly keeps thinking fuel can train their taste buds to enjoy natu- therefore, it is important to find what After studying a chapter or two, close exercise.
ed in fat or sugar, keeps energy levels available for brainpower- a brilliant habit ral food. Planning meals will set you up will work for you during this crucial your book and write down everything - Get to the exam room an hour before
consistent without highs and lows. You for exams. Certain foods are rocket fuel for success. Munch on fruit and nuts, time. It is advisable to have an exam you already know; this helps you to your exam.
do not have to change everything at for the brain: and eat more lean protein and healthy scope, but depending entirely on the recall everything you need to know for When answering your exam question
once; replace one meal at a time. Eating Salmon (or oily fish), Eggs, Avoca- fat to help combat sugar cravings. scope is not a good idea, as you need to the examination. paper, start with the questions you know
big main meals will also make you feel do, Nuts, Seeds, Vegetables, Fruit, know all the work. It is also advisable to Start with your exam preparations as the answers to first.
heavy and slow; instead, eat 5 to 6 small- Wholegrains, Olives and Coconut oil. go back and study everything that you early as possible.
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raised starting capital. His company, TQ Group Services, is a with a heart for Africa. Inkisha is an innovative startup
construction company involved in the production of hard- designed to increase access to eco-friendly packaging among
Anzisha Prize Fellows using locally sourced raw materials. The company presently vative brands. Geoffrey grew up in Nairobi, Kenya, where he
African consumers by partnering with advertisers and inno-
wood floors as well as pool construction and maintenance
was exposed to different forms of innovation. His exposure
employ 13 people.
He hopes to grow his company’s assets to gross over a billion
and drive resulted in his desire to benefit his community by
dollars, employing a multitude of locals to be involved in all
manner of construction. offering eco-friendly packaging alternatives.
Inskisha began as a startup with a big dream: to make it pos-
Each year, the Anzisha Prize selects Fellows from across the continent who are doing amaz- sible for every African consumer to access free eco-friendly
packaging as an alternative to plastic bags. By selling adver-
ing things in every sector. In 2016, 12 innovative entrepreneurs joined this network of en- Asha Abbas tising options on their bags, they are able to supply small and
trepreneurs who will be key drivers of future economic growth and shining examples of the Aurateen medium sized retailers with the bags for free, which enables
wide distribution.
power of youth in Africa. Tanzania, 18 years Presently, his venture employs 17 young people. Inkisha
distributes about 3,500,000 free bags monthly. Only charging
Growing up, Asha for advertising, they are able to incentivise retailers to shy
Abbas, a 17 year away from plastic bags. Not only is Geoffrey providing em-
old from Tanzania, ployment, he is doing so while reducing the nation’s carbon
noticed that many footprint. Geoffrey describes Inkisha as a social enterprise
young Tanzanians were because they are able to measure their positive impact on
not getting adequate sex society.
Ifrah Arab By creating a platform that links the supermoms to the education. Realizing the Despite having to deal with a pro-plastic culture, Geoffrey’s
Supermom business opportunities, Ifrah plans on training and empow- health risk Tanzanian teenagers team has been able to succeed by partnering with a number of
Kenya, 20 years ering over 2000 women in the next two years, doubling their face as a result of being ill-informed, where young Tanzanian companies – slowly changing the culture to be more accept-
incomes to benefit their friends and families. women are at a higher risk of contracting HIV than men, she ing of eco-friendly packaging. He hopes to establish more
Ifrah founded Super- Ifrah says, “…by empowering unemployed and underem- was inspired to found Aurateen. Aurateen is an online plat- partnerships, and to reach over 100 million consumers daily
mom, which addresses ployed women in communities to create a door-to-door form which educates teenagers about sex by raising aware- by 2020.
issues caused by the distribution network, we can take advantage of economic op- ness about the health risks–especially with the growing trend Geoffrey says: “By making environmentally friendly pack-
high level of poverty portunities to achieve higher incomes and better livelihoods.” of having "sugar daddies". Annually, she hosts two seminars, aging free and accessible to people, we not only save the
in her community drawing youth and health practitioners from far and near. environment –by providing an eco-friendly alternative to
where over half of its They provides counseling services both online and in person, plastic bags–but we also helped retailers save a significant part
population lives below working with medical practitioners and youth experts to of their daily revenue.”
the poverty line. Many Faustino educate about STDs and other sexually related topics such as
opportunities for viable eco- Quissico cervical cancer.
nomic growth in her community are hindered as a result of Asha’s venture has made many impactful strides within it few
the inapt infrastructure and the socio-economic disconnect TQ Group years of existence. It presently employs 10 people, her website
that exist; causing essentials products like pharmaceuticals Services pulls in over a hundred questions on a regular basis, and her Andrew Ddembe
and solar technology either to not reach the intended con- Mozambique, seminars bring in over 100 participants. Heart for the Hurt
sumers, and if they do, are overpriced or of substandard 23 years Asha intends to expand all over Tanzania, reaching out to
quality. In order to close the gap that exists, Ifrah is redefin- over 100,000 teenagers in the next five years. She plans on Uganda, 21 years
ing last-mile distribution in her community by empowering With the sprawling achieving this by creating interesting youth magazines and
unemployed and underemployed women to create a door- construction of hous- establishing a confidential sms response system, increasing Andrew Ddembe, the
to-door distribution network. This increases access to quality es in Mozambique, the access to sex education among many young people. founder of a conglom-
essential products among low-income earners at affordable Faustino decided to in “Through my project, many teenagers are making wiser deci- erate of businesses
prices while providing employment opportunities for many. vest in the supply of materi- sions knowing the risks, the effects, called Heart for the
As the CEO of Supermom, Ifrah leads marketing and op- als that are complementary to and how to protect themselves Hurt is a serial entrepre-
erations, employs four people, and has recruited 20 super- building houses. With effective marketing, Faustino has been from different sexual neur who manages
moms into her network. So far, the average income of their able to make the case for wood flooring and the construction health issues.” – Asha a selection of businesses
participating mothers have doubled, have gotten significant of swimming pools. Faustino was born and raised in Maputo Abbas. in textile making, restaurants,
media attention, and Ifrah was selected as an Echoing-green by his maternal grandparents. He grew up playing basket- and coffee production. His first business started off when
semi-finalist. ball, winning a few titles along the way. At 14, he was already he realised that there were not enough uniform suppliers in
Ifrah grew up in a community where women were not giving opinions to his father on his business, harnessing his Geoffrey Mulei his community. So he used the profits made off the sales of
encouraged to be economically active, and were typically side- entrepreneurial core. In 2011, with the desire to start some- Inkisha his first novel, The Monster in Me, written at 14 in 2011, as
lined as housewives. It was commonplace to have women who thing different, he brainstormed with his friend, Erson and in Kenya, 21 years starting capital. Starting on a small scale, he mobilised local
were not empowered. Recently, Ifrah’s mother passed away. 2015 and they came up with the idea to found the TQ Group youth skilled in art, printing, and embroidery as employees,
Losing someone so dear to her heart was difficult this inspired Services. Geoffrey Mulei, the CEO then moved on to Kampala where he started the BNK restau-
her to to change the lives of women in her community by Through selling T-shirts and organizing music concerts, he of Inkisha, describes rant, and most recently, has ventured into coffee growing in
empowering mothers. himself as an entrepreneur Buikwe.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP
raised starting capital. His company, TQ Group Services, is a with a heart for Africa. Inkisha is an innovative startup
construction company involved in the production of hard- designed to increase access to eco-friendly packaging among
Anzisha Prize Fellows using locally sourced raw materials. The company presently vative brands. Geoffrey grew up in Nairobi, Kenya, where he
African consumers by partnering with advertisers and inno-
wood floors as well as pool construction and maintenance
was exposed to different forms of innovation. His exposure
employ 13 people.
He hopes to grow his company’s assets to gross over a billion
and drive resulted in his desire to benefit his community by
dollars, employing a multitude of locals to be involved in all
manner of construction. offering eco-friendly packaging alternatives.
Inskisha began as a startup with a big dream: to make it pos-
Each year, the Anzisha Prize selects Fellows from across the continent who are doing amaz- sible for every African consumer to access free eco-friendly
packaging as an alternative to plastic bags. By selling adver-
ing things in every sector. In 2016, 12 innovative entrepreneurs joined this network of en- Asha Abbas tising options on their bags, they are able to supply small and
trepreneurs who will be key drivers of future economic growth and shining examples of the Aurateen medium sized retailers with the bags for free, which enables
wide distribution.
power of youth in Africa. Tanzania, 18 years Presently, his venture employs 17 young people. Inkisha
distributes about 3,500,000 free bags monthly. Only charging
Growing up, Asha for advertising, they are able to incentivise retailers to shy
Abbas, a 17 year away from plastic bags. Not only is Geoffrey providing em-
old from Tanzania, ployment, he is doing so while reducing the nation’s carbon
noticed that many footprint. Geoffrey describes Inkisha as a social enterprise
young Tanzanians were because they are able to measure their positive impact on
not getting adequate sex society.
Ifrah Arab By creating a platform that links the supermoms to the education. Realizing the Despite having to deal with a pro-plastic culture, Geoffrey’s
Supermom business opportunities, Ifrah plans on training and empow- health risk Tanzanian teenagers team has been able to succeed by partnering with a number of
Kenya, 20 years ering over 2000 women in the next two years, doubling their face as a result of being ill-informed, where young Tanzanian companies – slowly changing the culture to be more accept-
incomes to benefit their friends and families. women are at a higher risk of contracting HIV than men, she ing of eco-friendly packaging. He hopes to establish more
Ifrah founded Super- Ifrah says, “…by empowering unemployed and underem- was inspired to found Aurateen. Aurateen is an online plat- partnerships, and to reach over 100 million consumers daily
mom, which addresses ployed women in communities to create a door-to-door form which educates teenagers about sex by raising aware- by 2020.
issues caused by the distribution network, we can take advantage of economic op- ness about the health risks–especially with the growing trend Geoffrey says: “By making environmentally friendly pack-
high level of poverty portunities to achieve higher incomes and better livelihoods.” of having "sugar daddies". Annually, she hosts two seminars, aging free and accessible to people, we not only save the
in her community drawing youth and health practitioners from far and near. environment –by providing an eco-friendly alternative to
where over half of its They provides counseling services both online and in person, plastic bags–but we also helped retailers save a significant part
population lives below working with medical practitioners and youth experts to of their daily revenue.”
the poverty line. Many Faustino educate about STDs and other sexually related topics such as
opportunities for viable eco- Quissico cervical cancer.
nomic growth in her community are hindered as a result of Asha’s venture has made many impactful strides within it few
the inapt infrastructure and the socio-economic disconnect TQ Group years of existence. It presently employs 10 people, her website
that exist; causing essentials products like pharmaceuticals Services pulls in over a hundred questions on a regular basis, and her Andrew Ddembe
and solar technology either to not reach the intended con- Mozambique, seminars bring in over 100 participants. Heart for the Hurt
sumers, and if they do, are overpriced or of substandard 23 years Asha intends to expand all over Tanzania, reaching out to
quality. In order to close the gap that exists, Ifrah is redefin- over 100,000 teenagers in the next five years. She plans on Uganda, 21 years
ing last-mile distribution in her community by empowering With the sprawling achieving this by creating interesting youth magazines and
unemployed and underemployed women to create a door- construction of hous- establishing a confidential sms response system, increasing Andrew Ddembe, the
to-door distribution network. This increases access to quality es in Mozambique, the access to sex education among many young people. founder of a conglom-
essential products among low-income earners at affordable Faustino decided to in “Through my project, many teenagers are making wiser deci- erate of businesses
prices while providing employment opportunities for many. vest in the supply of materi- sions knowing the risks, the effects, called Heart for the
As the CEO of Supermom, Ifrah leads marketing and op- als that are complementary to and how to protect themselves Hurt is a serial entrepre-
erations, employs four people, and has recruited 20 super- building houses. With effective marketing, Faustino has been from different sexual neur who manages
moms into her network. So far, the average income of their able to make the case for wood flooring and the construction health issues.” – Asha a selection of businesses
participating mothers have doubled, have gotten significant of swimming pools. Faustino was born and raised in Maputo Abbas. in textile making, restaurants,
media attention, and Ifrah was selected as an Echoing-green by his maternal grandparents. He grew up playing basket- and coffee production. His first business started off when
semi-finalist. ball, winning a few titles along the way. At 14, he was already he realised that there were not enough uniform suppliers in
Ifrah grew up in a community where women were not giving opinions to his father on his business, harnessing his Geoffrey Mulei his community. So he used the profits made off the sales of
encouraged to be economically active, and were typically side- entrepreneurial core. In 2011, with the desire to start some- Inkisha his first novel, The Monster in Me, written at 14 in 2011, as
lined as housewives. It was commonplace to have women who thing different, he brainstormed with his friend, Erson and in Kenya, 21 years starting capital. Starting on a small scale, he mobilised local
were not empowered. Recently, Ifrah’s mother passed away. 2015 and they came up with the idea to found the TQ Group youth skilled in art, printing, and embroidery as employees,
Losing someone so dear to her heart was difficult this inspired Services. Geoffrey Mulei, the CEO then moved on to Kampala where he started the BNK restau-
her to to change the lives of women in her community by Through selling T-shirts and organizing music concerts, he of Inkisha, describes rant, and most recently, has ventured into coffee growing in
empowering mothers. himself as an entrepreneur Buikwe.
22 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 23
Although his primary focus is on strengthening his textile transforming cocoa to chocolate, and strengthening the Heritiaina schedules, but customers can rent buses, book tickets online,
company, his three different ventures are all tied to one group’s assistance of the mentally ill, lepers, and widows. Even Randriamana- and access information on other transport companies and
common goal – creating sustainable enterprises that benefit in the face of challenges regarding financing and transpor- destinations.
the community and create job opportunities for the disadvan- tation, Koffi looks forward to expanding his market beyond natahina Issam Darui is a third year student, studying economics at
taged members of the community. Presently, he employs 30 Cote d’Ivoire to create an establishment across Africa and be Fiombonana the Universite Mohammed Premier-Oujda. He grew up in a
people, of which 14 of them are individuals with speech dif- ranked among the top African businessmen of his time. Madagascar, family with the flair for transportation. At 13 years old, his
ficulties who primarily work on his most recent venture, his N’guessan Koffi Olivier was born to a farmer and a house- 23 years elder brother, became a professional bus driver. Pretty soon,
coffee farm; impacting people who are typically ostracized in wife. Growing up, he gained his primary education at the he started working as a driver’s assistant during the holidays.
his community. Apart from his profit making enterprises, he EPP in Dabouyo, where he was appointed the president of Heritiaina lost his His experiences resulted in his desire to establish Lagare.ma,
now runs two charities– one for cancer, the other for speech the school to raise funds for two years in order to build three mother four days the first electronic bus station in Morocco.
difficulty. Andrew believes in diversification as a means to classrooms– an experience that hallmarked the start of his after his birth Issam presently employs 3 people, and since inception,
being successful. entrepreneurial leadership journey. in 1994. Not knowing Lagare.ma has received traffic of over 2.4 million unique
His businesses combat the high rate of unemployment in his father, he was raised visitors, of which over 25,000 are registered loyal customers.
Uganda by employing many young people. And despite chal- by his grandmother in the Lagare.ma’s achievements have been widely recognized. In
lenges involved with funding, marketing, transport logistics, village Faratsiho, a district in the 2014, it was selected as one of the Top 5 Best Startups in Mo-
and the desire for imported uniforms over locally made, Vakinakaratra region of Madagascar . At 16, he dropped out rocco, the best startup in the eastern Moroccan region, and
Andrew dreams to expand are immense. He desires to be Yaye Souadou of the 6th grade to work, first as a water can distributor, later was selected among the top 5 mobile applications. In 2015 it
the top uniform maker and distributor in Ugandan schools Fall as a caca-pigeon sales person for his uncle. He worked a year was recognized as the best Ecommerce platform in Morocco.
–catering for over 9 million students. Andrew also sees his long without pay.. Rather than letting his circumstances hin- Issam’s venture is impacting lives by making public transpor-
restaurant metamorphose into a hotel and his coffee business E-cover der him, he saw this inconvenience as an opportunity to start tation a lot more convenient.
grow exponentially. Senegal, 22 years his own business, thereby birthing Fiombonana agro-pro- Issam is not letting his tremendous success cloud his mind,
Andrew said, “I got touched when one of my friends, a cessing company involved in dairy products, jams, and fruit neither is he letting challenges such as funding deter him
stutterer, was denied a job due to her natural condition. I got Yaye Souadou is a juice production. from his goals. Lagare.ma’s intends to venture into Transpor-
inspired to start something that employs stutterers.” 22 year-old Senega- Fiombonana presently employs 12 people. Using only Mala- tation 2.0, the next phase that will result in an expansion of
lese proficient in 5 gasy raw materials it provides job opportunities for locals and its modes of transportation and its markets– starting with
different laguages. farmers. Employing low-income locals, it not only provides Tunisia, then Africa and the Middle East.
She adores doing gym- jobs for those in need, but it constitutes a paradigm shift in
nastics and researching the attitude towards cattle rearing and farming; “helping the
a wide range of topics. In her community progress”. Tiana ensures the growth and develop-
N’guessan Koffi explorations, she gained interest in environmentally friendly ment of his venture by finding solutions to existing problems Aly Abdelazam
Jacques Olivier technology. Growing up, she could not help but notice how and developing the most attractive products for the consum- Teens Club
her community was littered with tyres and other plastics – er.
Yaletite and she sure wanted change. So she coupled her knowledge Although his main challenge has been not having adequate Egypt, 21 years
Entrepreneurship on recycling with the desire to cause a change and founded space for the day-to-day running of his business, Heritiaina Aly co-founded
Group CI E-cover. hopes to grow Fiombonana into a reputable agro-process- Teens Club at 17
YCote d'Ivoire, 20 years E-cover is a startup which aims to revalorize waste through ing firm that would be able to provide jobs for thousands of years old. Launched
the recycling and repurposing of tyres into more useful Malagasy people, especially for the low-income earners, so as in 2012, he wanted to
N’guessan’s desire to venture products. Shoe soles, tiles for playgrounds, courtyards, and to combat poverty. create an organization
into agriculture lead to the terraces, and floor coverings for swimming pools etc, are “Seeking solutions to existing problems is one of the most that focuses on teenag
founding of Yaletite Entrepreneurship Group Cl, an agricul- made from the upcycled tyres. In her city where these tyres important contributions I can make as a person.” – says ers to empower and to
tural group with the aim of producing and marketing food lay as waste, littering the environment, Souadou is seen as Heritiaina develop them by linking them
crops for profit, locating subsidies for students with disabil- a visionary, changing the waste-disposal culture. There is a up with experts, improving their skill sets, challenging
ities, and mobilizing youth for agricultural employment. At paradigm shift from commonly recycling tires for their metal Issam Darui stereotypes and providing a safe space for the expression of
inception, the group’s primary objective was to produce and content to the wholesome use of these old tires. Lagare.ma opinions and talents. From the beginning, he believed in the
market food crops to support his school and personal needs. As the CEO, Soudaou presently employs 6 people. She is re- Morocco, 23 years ability of his peers because he knew what he is capable of. The
But as time went by, his desire to impact young people bur- sponsible for the marketing and the management of her busi- club is designed to find mentors in education and career, help
geoned, so he acquired subsidies for students with disabilities ness. Her impact goes beyond the employment opportunities Lagare.ma provides discover young talent, and actively tackle their communities’
and employed young locals to assist in farmland preparations. she offers. Many businesses, sport centers, and individuals in services to travel challenges.
His venture responds to two major needs: firstly, knowing the several municipalities are benefiting from the eco-friendly cleverly for the first Egyptian teenagers are badly affected by the low standards of
culture and the processing of agricultural products cultivated products her venture offers. Her products are used in the time in Morocco, pro- living and the high level youth unemployment. Having not
by the population, which rarely consumes these expensive development of urban roads, have reduced the carbon foot- viding schedules to over contributed directly or significantly to the situation, Aly says
products, and secondly, but more importantly, assisting the print of the communities, increased import substitution, and 150 destinations includ- that just by the mere fact that of their demographics, teen-
more disadvantaged. Working with 32 employees, they trans- offers companies opportunities to fulfil their Corporate Social ing tourist destinations– agers are the most negatively affected. This results in placing
form locally sourced raw materials into finished products Responsibilities. in Morocco and the youth in a disadvantaged position, meaning that they
helps generate revenue, of which some of the profit made is In the next five years, she hopes to diversify into other forms the European Union. It have very little involvement in shaping their own futures. To
given to the poor. of plastic waste which can be repurposed into alternative uses offers services in 10 languages and 25 different currencies. combat this, Teens Club gives many teenagers the platform
The Yaletite Group hopes to diversify into agro-processing, like in 3-D printing and clothing. Lagare.ma services are not just limited to bus routes and to grow by offering: 1) capacity building workshops for both
24 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 25
Although his primary focus is on strengthening his textile transforming cocoa to chocolate, and strengthening the Heritiaina schedules, but customers can rent buses, book tickets online,
company, his three different ventures are all tied to one group’s assistance of the mentally ill, lepers, and widows. Even Randriamana- and access information on other transport companies and
common goal – creating sustainable enterprises that benefit in the face of challenges regarding financing and transpor- destinations.
the community and create job opportunities for the disadvan- tation, Koffi looks forward to expanding his market beyond natahina Issam Darui is a third year student, studying economics at
taged members of the community. Presently, he employs 30 Cote d’Ivoire to create an establishment across Africa and be Fiombonana the Universite Mohammed Premier-Oujda. He grew up in a
people, of which 14 of them are individuals with speech dif- ranked among the top African businessmen of his time. Madagascar, family with the flair for transportation. At 13 years old, his
ficulties who primarily work on his most recent venture, his N’guessan Koffi Olivier was born to a farmer and a house- 23 years elder brother, became a professional bus driver. Pretty soon,
coffee farm; impacting people who are typically ostracized in wife. Growing up, he gained his primary education at the he started working as a driver’s assistant during the holidays.
his community. Apart from his profit making enterprises, he EPP in Dabouyo, where he was appointed the president of Heritiaina lost his His experiences resulted in his desire to establish Lagare.ma,
now runs two charities– one for cancer, the other for speech the school to raise funds for two years in order to build three mother four days the first electronic bus station in Morocco.
difficulty. Andrew believes in diversification as a means to classrooms– an experience that hallmarked the start of his after his birth Issam presently employs 3 people, and since inception,
being successful. entrepreneurial leadership journey. in 1994. Not knowing Lagare.ma has received traffic of over 2.4 million unique
His businesses combat the high rate of unemployment in his father, he was raised visitors, of which over 25,000 are registered loyal customers.
Uganda by employing many young people. And despite chal- by his grandmother in the Lagare.ma’s achievements have been widely recognized. In
lenges involved with funding, marketing, transport logistics, village Faratsiho, a district in the 2014, it was selected as one of the Top 5 Best Startups in Mo-
and the desire for imported uniforms over locally made, Vakinakaratra region of Madagascar . At 16, he dropped out rocco, the best startup in the eastern Moroccan region, and
Andrew dreams to expand are immense. He desires to be Yaye Souadou of the 6th grade to work, first as a water can distributor, later was selected among the top 5 mobile applications. In 2015 it
the top uniform maker and distributor in Ugandan schools Fall as a caca-pigeon sales person for his uncle. He worked a year was recognized as the best Ecommerce platform in Morocco.
–catering for over 9 million students. Andrew also sees his long without pay.. Rather than letting his circumstances hin- Issam’s venture is impacting lives by making public transpor-
restaurant metamorphose into a hotel and his coffee business E-cover der him, he saw this inconvenience as an opportunity to start tation a lot more convenient.
grow exponentially. Senegal, 22 years his own business, thereby birthing Fiombonana agro-pro- Issam is not letting his tremendous success cloud his mind,
Andrew said, “I got touched when one of my friends, a cessing company involved in dairy products, jams, and fruit neither is he letting challenges such as funding deter him
stutterer, was denied a job due to her natural condition. I got Yaye Souadou is a juice production. from his goals. Lagare.ma’s intends to venture into Transpor-
inspired to start something that employs stutterers.” 22 year-old Senega- Fiombonana presently employs 12 people. Using only Mala- tation 2.0, the next phase that will result in an expansion of
lese proficient in 5 gasy raw materials it provides job opportunities for locals and its modes of transportation and its markets– starting with
different laguages. farmers. Employing low-income locals, it not only provides Tunisia, then Africa and the Middle East.
She adores doing gym- jobs for those in need, but it constitutes a paradigm shift in
nastics and researching the attitude towards cattle rearing and farming; “helping the
a wide range of topics. In her community progress”. Tiana ensures the growth and develop-
N’guessan Koffi explorations, she gained interest in environmentally friendly ment of his venture by finding solutions to existing problems Aly Abdelazam
Jacques Olivier technology. Growing up, she could not help but notice how and developing the most attractive products for the consum- Teens Club
her community was littered with tyres and other plastics – er.
Yaletite and she sure wanted change. So she coupled her knowledge Although his main challenge has been not having adequate Egypt, 21 years
Entrepreneurship on recycling with the desire to cause a change and founded space for the day-to-day running of his business, Heritiaina Aly co-founded
Group CI E-cover. hopes to grow Fiombonana into a reputable agro-process- Teens Club at 17
YCote d'Ivoire, 20 years E-cover is a startup which aims to revalorize waste through ing firm that would be able to provide jobs for thousands of years old. Launched
the recycling and repurposing of tyres into more useful Malagasy people, especially for the low-income earners, so as in 2012, he wanted to
N’guessan’s desire to venture products. Shoe soles, tiles for playgrounds, courtyards, and to combat poverty. create an organization
into agriculture lead to the terraces, and floor coverings for swimming pools etc, are “Seeking solutions to existing problems is one of the most that focuses on teenag
founding of Yaletite Entrepreneurship Group Cl, an agricul- made from the upcycled tyres. In her city where these tyres important contributions I can make as a person.” – says ers to empower and to
tural group with the aim of producing and marketing food lay as waste, littering the environment, Souadou is seen as Heritiaina develop them by linking them
crops for profit, locating subsidies for students with disabil- a visionary, changing the waste-disposal culture. There is a up with experts, improving their skill sets, challenging
ities, and mobilizing youth for agricultural employment. At paradigm shift from commonly recycling tires for their metal Issam Darui stereotypes and providing a safe space for the expression of
inception, the group’s primary objective was to produce and content to the wholesome use of these old tires. Lagare.ma opinions and talents. From the beginning, he believed in the
market food crops to support his school and personal needs. As the CEO, Soudaou presently employs 6 people. She is re- Morocco, 23 years ability of his peers because he knew what he is capable of. The
But as time went by, his desire to impact young people bur- sponsible for the marketing and the management of her busi- club is designed to find mentors in education and career, help
geoned, so he acquired subsidies for students with disabilities ness. Her impact goes beyond the employment opportunities Lagare.ma provides discover young talent, and actively tackle their communities’
and employed young locals to assist in farmland preparations. she offers. Many businesses, sport centers, and individuals in services to travel challenges.
His venture responds to two major needs: firstly, knowing the several municipalities are benefiting from the eco-friendly cleverly for the first Egyptian teenagers are badly affected by the low standards of
culture and the processing of agricultural products cultivated products her venture offers. Her products are used in the time in Morocco, pro- living and the high level youth unemployment. Having not
by the population, which rarely consumes these expensive development of urban roads, have reduced the carbon foot- viding schedules to over contributed directly or significantly to the situation, Aly says
products, and secondly, but more importantly, assisting the print of the communities, increased import substitution, and 150 destinations includ- that just by the mere fact that of their demographics, teen-
more disadvantaged. Working with 32 employees, they trans- offers companies opportunities to fulfil their Corporate Social ing tourist destinations– agers are the most negatively affected. This results in placing
form locally sourced raw materials into finished products Responsibilities. in Morocco and the youth in a disadvantaged position, meaning that they
helps generate revenue, of which some of the profit made is In the next five years, she hopes to diversify into other forms the European Union. It have very little involvement in shaping their own futures. To
given to the poor. of plastic waste which can be repurposed into alternative uses offers services in 10 languages and 25 different currencies. combat this, Teens Club gives many teenagers the platform
The Yaletite Group hopes to diversify into agro-processing, like in 3-D printing and clothing. Lagare.ma services are not just limited to bus routes and to grow by offering: 1) capacity building workshops for both
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Egyptians and refugees, 2) organizing seminars with leaders future with over a thousand employees, spanning across Africa
and experts, and 3) providing a space for cultural exchange and the globe. YOUNG
and artistic performances.
Teens Club presently works with 20 volunteers, and as of 2015,
over 30,000 young people between the ages 14 and 24 have Benedict Kusi COURAGIOUS
sent in applications to enrol in their programs. The success of Ampofo
this social venture has also drawn globally recognised NGOs,
such as agencies within the United Nations, to collaborate with Project Kiriku Entrepreneurs
Teens Club. Aly works tireless to nurture their relationships. Ghana, 23 years
He envisions a Teens Club with a much larger reach, im-
pacting many across Egypt, North Africa, and Africa. In the Benedict Ampofo,
next five years, he hopes to open more branches in Egypt, a 4th year medical
and at least one in another North African Country, reaching student in Ghana, has
the most marginalized. His vision is to create hubs that are always seen himself as a
self-sustained and managed by teens, that will, in the long run, budding social entrepre-
establish a global network of over 30,000 youth that empowers neur. Growing up, his sense
teenagers. of responsibility and a
“The experience of building Teens Club from scratch to what desire to impact the world challenged
it is now, has had a huge impact on my personality and aspi- him to do something different. Coming from a low-income
rations. It changed my life from being a mere teenager whose family, an itching desire to help families like his own sprung Step Up 2 A Start Up is an entrepreneur- How did you come up with this idea? most of the people who were part of this
interests were focused on entertainment to an adult concerned forth; he wanted to inspire others. ship competition which inspires and In 2015, we saw in the news that in other competition and the prizes we received.
about my generation, my country, and global peace. My focus Project KIRIKU, a demonstration farm, is designed to create educates learners about the fundamen- countries, children were being kidnapped We won tablets, Lego collection and men-
is now concentrated on supporting youth empowerment, sustainable agricultural communities to minimize poverty by tals of entrepreneurship and its exciting at an alarming rate. About 30 000 people torship programmes. I also learned that
gender equality, and sustainable development. I see myself as a providing requisite skills, knowledge, and innovative technol- opportunities. Themed, My Planet, My are reported missing each month. We nothing is impossible in life.
global citizen and an agent of positive change.” – Aly ogy. In this way, Project KIRIKU helps participating farmers People, My Purpose – Making It My then thought of a solution that would How has the whole experience empow-
and youth improve their agricultural yield through practice Smart Business, the 2016 competition tackle this problem. ered you?
based learning. Working with 3 employees, the 63 current- inspired learners to find innovative Did you get any help while developing Keabetswe Seerane: I am doing business
ly enrolled farmers– who otherwise may not benefit from solutions to society’s most pressing your product? studies, so it I could see that they were
practical classroom training– are taught a range of sustainable social and environmental problems. Mr Matlou, our teacher at Reitume- trying to inspire us to become social en-
agricultural techniques that can be implemented on their Social entrepreneurs act as the change tse Secondary School assisted us with trepreneurs by introducing us to the pro-
Lamine Chamsiya farms. And instead of just giving the participants some class- agents for society, seize opportunities preparations. We also attended Step gramme. The fact that almost everyone in
others miss to improve systems, invent
Up 2 A Start Up competition support
there is a social entrepreneur inspired me
E3D Cosmetique room knowledge, the demonstration farm enables practical new approaches, and create solutions programme which included mentoring even more.
Niger, 22 years experiential opportunities, empowering small holder farmers
and rural youth with relevant skills. to change society for the better. Team sessions, where we were guided on how to Tebogo Tema: Participating and be-
Lamine Chamsiya, One example of the practical skills the farmers learn is Young Courageous Dreamers from Re- be representable and how to present our coming one of those who succeeded has
itumetse Secondary School took part in
inspired me to one day start my own
business plan to the sponsors.
a student of manage- side-grafting for cocoa. This teaches how to take advantage the competition and did exactly that by How competitive was the competition? successful business which will contribute
ment and corporate of old shoots without having to cut them down. Many have inventing a solar bag that helps tourists At first there were 16 000 students from to the country’s economy.
communication, is raised cocoa nurseries, and have learned to plant in rows– an navigate to their destinations. all over the country, but only 29 were Siyabonga Mathebula: I learnt how to
the co-founder of E3D- uncommon practice among the participating farmers. He has Please give us a background about team, selected to represent their schools. The 29 develop my mindset and come up with
Niger, a start-up involved been so impactful that the chief of the village recommended Young Courageous Dreamers. were selected due to the unique business different ideas.
in the production of Neem his organisation, saying that what they used to know in theory The members of our team are Tebogo opportunities that they had identified. Mr Odirile Matlou is an Economics and
and local marketing of has now been applied in practice, and that they have seen it to Tema, Keabetswe Seerane and Siya- What stood out for you about the com- Business Studies teacher at Reitumetse
bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, and cosmetic products. Lamine be useful. bonga Mathebula we are in Grade 11 at petition? Secondary School, who is passionate
heads the cosmetic wing of the venture. E3D’s cosmetic wing In the next three years, he desires to venture in livestock and Reitumetse Secondary School. We call Keabetswe Seerane: We need social about entrepreneurship. We asked him
manufactures and markets products such as mosquito and poultry rearing on an irrigated 20 hectare land with a diverse ourselves Young Courageous Dreamers entrepreneurs because they play a very about the role he played in assisting
ectoparasite repellant soaps, antiseptic soaps for skin mainte- variety of crops, so as to serve as a model for farmers inter- because we are young. We were all 15 important role in society of uplifting com- the learners in their entrepreneurial
nance, and the oil Neem for skin care and hair. Sourcing raw ested in sustainable agriculture. By his fifth year, he hopes to when we took part in the competition munities. I believe that in every one of endeavour.
materials from locals, E3D has been able to limit the import of have replicated his model in three other communities, setting last year, and we are also innovative and us there is a social entrepreneur and this “I was excited that my learners made it
cosmetic products while combating the growing trend of using a precedent for youth and farmers. ambitious individuals. is what inspired me to participate in the to the finals. Right after hearing that they
skin lightening products in her community. Benedict wants to “Teach farmers and rural youth about farm- What is your product about? Step Up 2 Start Up competition so that had been selected to participate, I assisted
Lameen presently employs 4 people, and with the use of ing, perfecting their skills and improving their incomes by The Navigation Solar Bag (TNSB) which one day I can become exactly that. them in preparing, writing, drafting and
the Bio Neem grain, hundreds of temporary jobs have been breaking the poverty cycle to create more sustainable commu- aims to help people who are not familiar Tebogo Tema: I learned that every prob- editing their business plans to make sure
created for its collectors. They do not only provide healthy nities.” with a particular area or place to navigate lem has a solution. If anything is wrong that they become part of the top 10.The
alternatives to the cosmetic products in the market, but also to their destination, while also func- we need to come up with a solution. Now, boys are young, passionate and have a
offer alternatives to synthetic pesticides for sustainable envi- For more information on the Anzisha Price please visit tioning as a bag that they can store their I always come up with a solution for every bright idea that can change the world. I
ronmental management. http://www.anzishaprize.org luggage in. obstacle that I come across. really believe that their business will be a
Despite the challenges involved with storage, Lamine sees a Siyabonga Mathebula: I was inspired by great success.”
26 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 27
Egyptians and refugees, 2) organizing seminars with leaders future with over a thousand employees, spanning across Africa
and experts, and 3) providing a space for cultural exchange and the globe. YOUNG
and artistic performances.
Teens Club presently works with 20 volunteers, and as of 2015,
over 30,000 young people between the ages 14 and 24 have Benedict Kusi COURAGIOUS
sent in applications to enrol in their programs. The success of Ampofo
this social venture has also drawn globally recognised NGOs,
such as agencies within the United Nations, to collaborate with Project Kiriku Entrepreneurs
Teens Club. Aly works tireless to nurture their relationships. Ghana, 23 years
He envisions a Teens Club with a much larger reach, im-
pacting many across Egypt, North Africa, and Africa. In the Benedict Ampofo,
next five years, he hopes to open more branches in Egypt, a 4th year medical
and at least one in another North African Country, reaching student in Ghana, has
the most marginalized. His vision is to create hubs that are always seen himself as a
self-sustained and managed by teens, that will, in the long run, budding social entrepre-
establish a global network of over 30,000 youth that empowers neur. Growing up, his sense
teenagers. of responsibility and a
“The experience of building Teens Club from scratch to what desire to impact the world challenged
it is now, has had a huge impact on my personality and aspi- him to do something different. Coming from a low-income
rations. It changed my life from being a mere teenager whose family, an itching desire to help families like his own sprung Step Up 2 A Start Up is an entrepreneur- How did you come up with this idea? most of the people who were part of this
interests were focused on entertainment to an adult concerned forth; he wanted to inspire others. ship competition which inspires and In 2015, we saw in the news that in other competition and the prizes we received.
about my generation, my country, and global peace. My focus Project KIRIKU, a demonstration farm, is designed to create educates learners about the fundamen- countries, children were being kidnapped We won tablets, Lego collection and men-
is now concentrated on supporting youth empowerment, sustainable agricultural communities to minimize poverty by tals of entrepreneurship and its exciting at an alarming rate. About 30 000 people torship programmes. I also learned that
gender equality, and sustainable development. I see myself as a providing requisite skills, knowledge, and innovative technol- opportunities. Themed, My Planet, My are reported missing each month. We nothing is impossible in life.
global citizen and an agent of positive change.” – Aly ogy. In this way, Project KIRIKU helps participating farmers People, My Purpose – Making It My then thought of a solution that would How has the whole experience empow-
and youth improve their agricultural yield through practice Smart Business, the 2016 competition tackle this problem. ered you?
based learning. Working with 3 employees, the 63 current- inspired learners to find innovative Did you get any help while developing Keabetswe Seerane: I am doing business
ly enrolled farmers– who otherwise may not benefit from solutions to society’s most pressing your product? studies, so it I could see that they were
practical classroom training– are taught a range of sustainable social and environmental problems. Mr Matlou, our teacher at Reitume- trying to inspire us to become social en-
agricultural techniques that can be implemented on their Social entrepreneurs act as the change tse Secondary School assisted us with trepreneurs by introducing us to the pro-
Lamine Chamsiya farms. And instead of just giving the participants some class- agents for society, seize opportunities preparations. We also attended Step gramme. The fact that almost everyone in
others miss to improve systems, invent
Up 2 A Start Up competition support
there is a social entrepreneur inspired me
E3D Cosmetique room knowledge, the demonstration farm enables practical new approaches, and create solutions programme which included mentoring even more.
Niger, 22 years experiential opportunities, empowering small holder farmers
and rural youth with relevant skills. to change society for the better. Team sessions, where we were guided on how to Tebogo Tema: Participating and be-
Lamine Chamsiya, One example of the practical skills the farmers learn is Young Courageous Dreamers from Re- be representable and how to present our coming one of those who succeeded has
itumetse Secondary School took part in
inspired me to one day start my own
business plan to the sponsors.
a student of manage- side-grafting for cocoa. This teaches how to take advantage the competition and did exactly that by How competitive was the competition? successful business which will contribute
ment and corporate of old shoots without having to cut them down. Many have inventing a solar bag that helps tourists At first there were 16 000 students from to the country’s economy.
communication, is raised cocoa nurseries, and have learned to plant in rows– an navigate to their destinations. all over the country, but only 29 were Siyabonga Mathebula: I learnt how to
the co-founder of E3D- uncommon practice among the participating farmers. He has Please give us a background about team, selected to represent their schools. The 29 develop my mindset and come up with
Niger, a start-up involved been so impactful that the chief of the village recommended Young Courageous Dreamers. were selected due to the unique business different ideas.
in the production of Neem his organisation, saying that what they used to know in theory The members of our team are Tebogo opportunities that they had identified. Mr Odirile Matlou is an Economics and
and local marketing of has now been applied in practice, and that they have seen it to Tema, Keabetswe Seerane and Siya- What stood out for you about the com- Business Studies teacher at Reitumetse
bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, and cosmetic products. Lamine be useful. bonga Mathebula we are in Grade 11 at petition? Secondary School, who is passionate
heads the cosmetic wing of the venture. E3D’s cosmetic wing In the next three years, he desires to venture in livestock and Reitumetse Secondary School. We call Keabetswe Seerane: We need social about entrepreneurship. We asked him
manufactures and markets products such as mosquito and poultry rearing on an irrigated 20 hectare land with a diverse ourselves Young Courageous Dreamers entrepreneurs because they play a very about the role he played in assisting
ectoparasite repellant soaps, antiseptic soaps for skin mainte- variety of crops, so as to serve as a model for farmers inter- because we are young. We were all 15 important role in society of uplifting com- the learners in their entrepreneurial
nance, and the oil Neem for skin care and hair. Sourcing raw ested in sustainable agriculture. By his fifth year, he hopes to when we took part in the competition munities. I believe that in every one of endeavour.
materials from locals, E3D has been able to limit the import of have replicated his model in three other communities, setting last year, and we are also innovative and us there is a social entrepreneur and this “I was excited that my learners made it
cosmetic products while combating the growing trend of using a precedent for youth and farmers. ambitious individuals. is what inspired me to participate in the to the finals. Right after hearing that they
skin lightening products in her community. Benedict wants to “Teach farmers and rural youth about farm- What is your product about? Step Up 2 Start Up competition so that had been selected to participate, I assisted
Lameen presently employs 4 people, and with the use of ing, perfecting their skills and improving their incomes by The Navigation Solar Bag (TNSB) which one day I can become exactly that. them in preparing, writing, drafting and
the Bio Neem grain, hundreds of temporary jobs have been breaking the poverty cycle to create more sustainable commu- aims to help people who are not familiar Tebogo Tema: I learned that every prob- editing their business plans to make sure
created for its collectors. They do not only provide healthy nities.” with a particular area or place to navigate lem has a solution. If anything is wrong that they become part of the top 10.The
alternatives to the cosmetic products in the market, but also to their destination, while also func- we need to come up with a solution. Now, boys are young, passionate and have a
offer alternatives to synthetic pesticides for sustainable envi- For more information on the Anzisha Price please visit tioning as a bag that they can store their I always come up with a solution for every bright idea that can change the world. I
ronmental management. http://www.anzishaprize.org luggage in. obstacle that I come across. really believe that their business will be a
Despite the challenges involved with storage, Lamine sees a Siyabonga Mathebula: I was inspired by great success.”
26 YMSAFRICA.COM YMSAFRICA.COM 27
Nobuhle
Dreams Big
Nobuhle Mbatha is a Grade
11 learner who recently start-
ed a pen branding business
after spotting the opportunity
at school. She tells us how she
started her business and en-
courages youth to dream big,
work towards their dreams and
start their businesses while the
time is ripe for opportunity.
How did you come up with your busi- placed orders. I then got more custom- years. So I have to start now at 16 years.
ness idea? ers by word of mouth, as my customers I have to use every opportunity that I
After losing my pen repeatedly at school, informed other people. have to reach this goal.
I came to a point where I made a de- How has your community received What are your future plans for your
cision that from then on, when I buy a your business? business?
new pen, I would write my name on it. Before starting my business, I told my Sometimes I do not have enough time
When this worked, I realised that it is a family and friends about my idea but to work on my business because of my
good business idea. they did not understand it. I got frus- school commitments. I want to grow
How did you start the business? trated and decided to just make the pens my business to the point where I have ON THE PATH TO
I bought all the resources that I need- and maybe it would make sense once employees working for me, who will
ed to brand the pens. However, when they saw them. I made them and people do various tasks such as promoting my
I designed the pens initially, they did got the point and they like the pens. brand for it to grow. BLAZING NEW TRAILS.
not look good and the quality was not How do you manage your time be- What advice would you give to young
impressive. In business studies we learnt tween studies at school and running people who would like to start their
about quality assurance which means your business? own businesses?
that a product once made, must meet It is really challenging. However what We have been told a lot of times, that as Every young person deserves the opportunity to enjoy an
the standards of its idea. At that point, helps me, is that I keep a timetable with the youth, we are supposed to dream big entrepreneurial education that will prepare them to thrive
the pens that I made did not look as all the activities that I have to carry out and have a vison. This advice motivated in today’s economy. Together with Junior Achievement
good as the pens that I had in mind. I for the week. I do not always follow it to me to work towards my dream, which
kept working on them until they were the tee, but I make sure that I complete is starting my business. If you work South Africa, we’re striving to help make that a reality.
good enough and I was happy with their all the tasks. towards your dream, you will achieve
quality and appearance. I then started What other challenges do you face? anything you want in life. Don’t just
selling them and people also liked them. I find it challenging to deliver the pens wait for your dream to come true. No
How do you get customers? to customers who live far from my area. one is going to work for you. If you have
I started by uploading a picture of my What motivates you when faced with a business idea, work on a strategy to
pens on my WhatsApp profile and these challenges? make it a reality. There are many people
people started asking me where I got the Knowing what I want. When you know out there, if you do not work on your
pens. I told them that I make them and what you want you push to be where you idea, someone else might have it, work
they asked how much they were and aim to be. I wish to be a millionaire at 21 on it and make millions out of that idea.
28 YMSAFRICA.COM
Pathways to progress
Nobuhle
Dreams Big
Nobuhle Mbatha is a Grade
11 learner who recently start-
ed a pen branding business
after spotting the opportunity
at school. She tells us how she
started her business and en-
courages youth to dream big,
work towards their dreams and
start their businesses while the
time is ripe for opportunity.
How did you come up with your busi- placed orders. I then got more custom- years. So I have to start now at 16 years.
ness idea? ers by word of mouth, as my customers I have to use every opportunity that I
After losing my pen repeatedly at school, informed other people. have to reach this goal.
I came to a point where I made a de- How has your community received What are your future plans for your
cision that from then on, when I buy a your business? business?
new pen, I would write my name on it. Before starting my business, I told my Sometimes I do not have enough time
When this worked, I realised that it is a family and friends about my idea but to work on my business because of my
good business idea. they did not understand it. I got frus- school commitments. I want to grow
How did you start the business? trated and decided to just make the pens my business to the point where I have ON THE PATH TO
I bought all the resources that I need- and maybe it would make sense once employees working for me, who will
ed to brand the pens. However, when they saw them. I made them and people do various tasks such as promoting my
I designed the pens initially, they did got the point and they like the pens. brand for it to grow. BLAZING NEW TRAILS.
not look good and the quality was not How do you manage your time be- What advice would you give to young
impressive. In business studies we learnt tween studies at school and running people who would like to start their
about quality assurance which means your business? own businesses?
that a product once made, must meet It is really challenging. However what We have been told a lot of times, that as Every young person deserves the opportunity to enjoy an
the standards of its idea. At that point, helps me, is that I keep a timetable with the youth, we are supposed to dream big entrepreneurial education that will prepare them to thrive
the pens that I made did not look as all the activities that I have to carry out and have a vison. This advice motivated in today’s economy. Together with Junior Achievement
good as the pens that I had in mind. I for the week. I do not always follow it to me to work towards my dream, which
kept working on them until they were the tee, but I make sure that I complete is starting my business. If you work South Africa, we’re striving to help make that a reality.
good enough and I was happy with their all the tasks. towards your dream, you will achieve
quality and appearance. I then started What other challenges do you face? anything you want in life. Don’t just
selling them and people also liked them. I find it challenging to deliver the pens wait for your dream to come true. No
How do you get customers? to customers who live far from my area. one is going to work for you. If you have
I started by uploading a picture of my What motivates you when faced with a business idea, work on a strategy to
pens on my WhatsApp profile and these challenges? make it a reality. There are many people
people started asking me where I got the Knowing what I want. When you know out there, if you do not work on your
pens. I told them that I make them and what you want you push to be where you idea, someone else might have it, work
they asked how much they were and aim to be. I wish to be a millionaire at 21 on it and make millions out of that idea.
28 YMSAFRICA.COM
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