KZN Works

Purpose: The Youth Environmental Service (YES) Programme aims to:

  • Promote sustainable development and conservation of natural resources.
  • Protect and improve the quality and safety of the environment.
  • Prevent and reduce environmental pollution and waste.
  • Continuously improve the atmosphere and air quality.
  • Create suitable conditions for sustainable growth and development.

 

Implementation Goals: The programme instills a culture of pride and ownership towards environmental management. It falls under the Extended Public Works Programme (EPWP), which has significantly contributed to poverty alleviation and job creation in KwaZulu-Natal. The YES programme is especially beneficial to rural areas that are conducive to agricultural-driven projects.

 

Target and Benefits:

  • Primary Target: Youth are the main beneficiaries and agents of the programme.
  • Skills Development: Youth will gain scarce skills needed to improve the economy through:
    • Farming and permaculture
    • Tree planting, fostering nature, and promoting environmental well-being for future generations
    • Eradication of alien vegetation to enhance ecological integrity
    • Environmental education, raising awareness about environmental issues and conservation within local communities