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The collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marks a significant commitment to expanding educational and development opportunities for young people across South Africa, with a dedicated focus on those in rural areas, townships, and informal settlements.
NYDA executive chairperson, Dr Sunshine Myende, said the partnership is a direct response to the critical skills gap and persistent inequality that hinder youth advancement.
“Data from the NYDA’s Jobs Programme highlight that the majority of young people reside in rural areas and many do not possess a matric qualification. In response, the NYDA has initiated this partnership with NSFAS to align efforts, combine resources, and redirect young people toward opportunities in institutions of higher learning,” Myende said.
The agreement establishes a framework for action built on several key pillars:
Myende highlighted that the partnership reflects the current NYDA Board’s unwavering focus on inclusivity and equitable access to essential youth services.
By working closely with NSFAS, he said the agency aims to ensure that financial aid, development support, and educational access extend beyond urban centres, and “reaches every young person, no matter where they live.”
“This partnership marks a pivotal moment in building a more inclusive and prosperous future for all South African youth. This MOU is more than a formal agreement; it is a commitment to ensuring that no young person is left behind, regardless of their location.
“Through this collaboration, we are opening doors not just to funding, but to opportunity, development, and ultimately dignity,” Myende said.
The NYDA reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to building a South Africa where every young person can thrive, noting that the partnership with NSFAS is a cornerstone of “our strategic mission to foster holistic youth development.”
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