Youth Lab

The Y20 Summit themes on economic emancipation and youth participation in the mainstream economy strongly align with the entrepreneurial development work we do through the Grand-Pa Academy. We’ve put together how these efforts align. #YLEquip

This Youth Month, we are proud to spotlight our Managing Director as she shares her inspiring journey in youth development. From grassroots work to shaping national conversations, her story is a testament to the power of young leadership and impact. search.app/yDvuSWHdHEhEcK…

[YOUTH DAY 2025] Today, we remember the important impact young people have on society. Youth Day reminds us of the role they've played in shaping our nation's history. They courageously demanded the right to be taught in their own languages and an end to the Bantu Education.

Minister Godongwana delivered the Budget Speech 3.0 in May 2025 with a stronger focus on youth empowerment compared to the March 2025 budget, which leaned more toward broad economic stabilization. What stands out to you the most—and what still needs more attention? #YLEducate

The Quarterly Labour Force Survey Q1 2025 stats are out, and youth unemployment remains a serious crisis in South Africa. An alarming 45.1% of young people aged 15–34 are not in employment, education, or training (NEET) #YLEducate

[OPPORTUNITIES to Engage] This week, we've got engagement opportunities—to network with like-minded individuals or joining conversations to make meaningful connections. If you have an opportunity tailored for young people, please connect with us on email at info@youthlab.org.za.

The budget speech determines what initiatives government departments can create and the way money is allocated tells us about priorities for the year. Do you think our government has the right priorities for young people, and are they being given the right resources? #YLEducate

[OPPORTUNITIES 💼] Here are opportunities to learn a new skill or further your studies. Looking to boost your skills with upskilling programs, we have you covered. If you have an opportunity tailored for young people, connect with us on email at 📧 info@youthlab.org.za

South Africa's youth unemployment remains a crisis! The latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey shows young people face the highest unemployment rates, with many not in education or training. Education is key, but more must be done to create sustainable job opportunities. #YLEducate

[SONA2025] President Ramaphosa delivered SONA25 last month to give account of the state of the country. We’ve compiled 10 important things to note as a young person to stay ahead and shape your future! 💡 #YLEducate

1/3 Important discussion on women and youth as agents of peace 🕊️ at @TheTutuLegacy with both young & experienced leaders from @YouthLabZA @DWYOD_ZA @DIRCO_ZA @APRMorg

Thank you @NorAmbSA , Sweden Embassy & @TheTutuLegacy for hosting this very important seminar focusing on woman and youth as agents of peace. We need to create more spaces for dialogue especially for youth and woman in marginalized communities. African youth should familiarize themselves with #SDGs and other UN initiatives but i strongly believe more importantly Africa's own Agenda 2063 and its implementation plans. Glad to have made contributions focusing on AU initiatives in advancing Agenda 2063 and other Normative and Institutional frameworks supporting peace building at the seminar. Indeed, the glaring gap is Africa's inability to fund her peacekeeping, mediation and peace building programmes. Thank you @YouthLabZA Pearl Pillay on highlighting the urgent need for actors to be more dynamic in their strategies of engaging young people especially GenZ. Excellent moderator @NyashaMpani

🎉New Vibe, Same Mission! As Youth Lab turns 13 this year, we're stepping into a new era of impact and innovation. Our commitment to empowering young people remains strong as ever - get ready for fresh ideas, bold conversations and real change. #13YearsOfImpact

Youth low voter turnout is due to a mix of reasons – civic education, dissatisfaction with democracy, alienation from political parties, mistrust of politicians & exclusive political language. @ORTamboSchool @YouthLabZA

Spannende Zeiten in Südafrika. 🇿🇦 ist zentraler Wertepartner. Wir wollen eine Partnerschaft auf Augenhöhe bei Zukunftsfragen, wie Klimaschutz & mehr Gerechtigkeit im intl Finanzsystem durch Schuldenerlass. @FES_SouthAfrica @DIRCO_ZA @MYANC @ORTamboSchool @YouthLabZA

Today is International Youth Day | 2024 Theme: From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development 🗼 Let us reflect on the youth digital divide that exists globally, especially in the global south and ask ourselves, are we all 'digital natives' yet? 🌍

a few weeks ago we had an insightful conversation on the elections and what the results mean for people and for our state institutions. really key insights from @CoruscaKhaya, @pearlpillay from @YouthLabZA and Will Shoki from @africasacountry . check it out!