Teenagers to 35-year-olds are being sold a fantasy in a bottle – one of glamour and black excellence
South Africans’ history taught us the cost of inhumanity and that it was defeated by resistance, so we must not be indifferent to those building inequality in the world
Spatial barriers, which translate into transport and data costs, put financial strain on job-seekers
Young people need to have discussions with their peers who have become apathetic and disengaged and volunteer in our communities to create a just society
Partnerships between education institutions and the private sector, with the backing of policymakers need to develop a strong school-to-work pipeline.
The requirements of the job market in all professions require ongoing university curriculum reviews to assess each programme’s relevance and alignment with the needs of professions, industry and society
Young people’s digital fluency and ambition make them vulnerable to crime. Here’s how to protect them
South Africa’s history of dispossession and exclusion demands purposeful intervention to build a more just and inclusive economy
There is nothing more disempowering than participation without influence. And there is nothing more dangerous than a generation that feels ignored.
Sports undoubtedly play a pivotal part in moulding the lives of youngsters in South Africa. Sports are deeply entwined with social transformation and have become a powerful means of empowering young people. Sports foster discipline and teamwork pretty effectively amidst young South Africans undergoing rapid personal growth. The Influence of Sports Betting on Youth Engagement […]
They are breaking down the barriers to what have long been seen as exclusionary spaces
Coming on the heels of seven coups since 2020, 19 countries held elections but with mixed outcomes
The pressure to succeed financially, combined with the lingering effects of poverty, creates a toxic cycle of consumption, debt and financial instability
We need to honour Madiba’s significance, especially among young people, through more than just one day of charity. We must also attend to deep structural change in our society
Some of the freedoms the youth fought for have been obtained but the battle for equal education is far from over
In the past, the youth played a pivotal role in fighting for democracy and negotiating for the new South Africa, but now it seems the youth are ignored
Tracking the progress of South Africa’s 30-year-olds as they navigate education, work, anxiety and hope
The youth have the power to overcome the inequalities from the past that still exist today
South Africa’s youth are not apathetic but they don’t feel connected to the government and political parties and they don’t trust politicians
Corruption, lack of employment and empty promises are among the reasons behind young people not wanting to vote
Mining has a key role to play in helping to ease youth unemployment
The onus is on government to create a supportive environment for business development
We must stop the erasure of youth voices on both the international and local stage
Young people in South Africa suffer the most from mental health problems, but they are also the best placed to help address the crisis, if they have the tools and support they need
Five financial blindspots to steer clear of
The youth are South Africa’s key to reaching greatness, and for almost two decades, the Mail and Guardian have continuously recognised the impact the South African Youth make everyday with our 200 young South Africans initiative. See our latest winners here This year’s installation of M&G’s 200 Young South Africans boasts over 15 inclusive categories […]
Low voter turnout and the rise of youth activism could limit the party’s ability to win the 2024 provincial and national government elections
The need to involve and empower the youth as vital stakeholders cannot be overstated
It is important to directly speak to young South Africans to inform them why it is important to vote
After my son took his own life after becoming a victim, I urge other parents to discuss this scourge with their children
Higher education remains out of reach for many, and youth unemployment remains untenably high at about 64%.
‘MTV Suga’ and its outreach component forge social and behavioural change through storytelling