Head Office Honored the Youth

This year marks 46th anniversary of the 16 June 1976 student uprising in Soweto when the youth protested against imposition of Afrikaans by the apartheid regime. In commemorating this day, Head Office hosted an information session targeting youth employees in line with the theme of this year’s June 16 celebrations ‘Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods and Resilience of Young People for a Better Tomorrow.’ This special event was held at Oliver Tambo Auditorium on Wednesday, 29 June 2022 with a view to tackle issues such as gender based violence, health and lifestyle as well as financial management.

The day started with excitement and enthusiasm, as officials were thrilled to be part of this cheerful event after challenges emanating from the COVID 19, which prohibited gatherings. Mr Ndumiso Zondi from Southern Region directed the programme of the day. He first called upon the Deputy Director General for Corporate Services, Mr PW Duma who made a detailed elucidation on the purpose of the day’s programme. “Today we are commemorating the youth of 1976 who died so that we could be better off. Hence we value young people because they are curious, attractive, energetic, strong and idealistic.” Said Mr Duma.

He was vocal in raising issues related to the youth of today such as gender-based violence and drugs. He then encouraged the youth to seek, seize and secure the opportunity.

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Invited guests shared platform as they delivered their respective presentations. Mr. M Ngobese from South African Police Services (SAPS) spoke about gender – based violence; Dr. Mlungisi Dongwe from Luminjalo Medical Centre presented an insightful information on health and lifestyle issues while Ms. Nomfundo Mkhize from Sanlam delivered a presentation on financial management. These presentations targeted young people in the main.

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As the programme continued, there were laughter moments as officials took turns on stage to showcase their amazing talents in activities such as drama, traditional dance, Sarafina, and Kofifi dance.

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