Vus’ Afrika Youth Development

The organisation’s name is Vus’ Afrika Youth Development (VAYD). It was founded in 2020 and is subject to the discipline and authority of its executive office bearers. VAYD aims to address various social issues affecting South African youth, with a focus on improving education from primary through secondary levels, promoting sustainable agriculture, and fostering overall youth development. Aims an

d Objectives:
1. Promote Education:
o Enhance basic education from primary to secondary levels. o Encourage participation in educational, tech, and agricultural competitions and tours. o Assist Grade 12 graduates in gaining access to higher education institutions and securing bursaries.
2. Youth Development:
o Reduce school drop-out rates through motivational workshops and exposure to various career possibilities. o Assist youth in starting small businesses, finding employment, and accessing educational opportunities. o Provide second-chance programs for young adults who missed educational opportunities earlier in life.
3. Community Engagement:
o Promote opportunities provided by the government, private companies, and higher learning institutions, such as internships, bursaries, and employment.
4. Skill Development:
o Encourage youth to venture into critical skills areas like IT and agriculture to alleviate poverty. o Offer after-school programs in reading, computer skills, coding, agricultural activities, sports, money management, and communication skills.