Opinion Pieces

"Many South Africans are unaware of the exceptional work being done by our young people and the invaluable impact they are making in their communities,” says Linda Dlova, Executive Manager: Communications at the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA). “Their stories of extraordinary achievements, especially in the face of overwhelming odds and challenges, are inspirational and deserving of acknowledgement."

There is an outcry from young people requiring skills, support, training, jobs and enhanced secondary education,” says Steven Ngubeni, the residing CE. “We welcome any parties wishing to come on board with the NYDA to create more resources and opportunities for the advancement of youth development,” relates Ngubeni.

For the 2011/2012 financial year, the Auditor-General has again given the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) an unqualified audit opinion, with emphasis on a few issues.