Mbhashe South African Youth Council

02/11/2026

Mbhashe South African Youth Council encourages all young South African residents to vote, make your vote count. VOTE in the Local Government Elections on 4th November 2026.

16/10/2026

The Sakhikamva Institute led by Wandile Nikelo in partnership with National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) is bringing BUSINESS MANAGEMENT TRAINING in Mbhashe Local Municipality at Drayini location, as this will help in building the skills, grow your businesses & create opportunities.
Details are as follows:
DATE : 19 - 23 October 2025 ( 5 days )
VENUE : Sakhikamva Lecture Hall, Drayini location.

All those who are interested are urged to kindly participate for the full 5 days.

brought to you by :
Mbhashe South African Youth Council

15/09/2026

STATEMENT ON THE VISIT TO ELLIOTDALE TECHNICAL SCHOOL

The Mbhashe South African Youth Council confirms that we have visited *Elliotdale Technical School* where we engaged the school management and learners regarding our upcoming youth development program titled INVEST IN TECHNOLOGY.

The purpose of the visit was to explain the objectives and benefits of the program, which seeks to expose learners to Robotics, Electronics, Engineering and Technology as career and skills pathways.

The delegation was led by:

Mr. Sivenkosi Lateta – Branch Secretary, Mbhashe Local Municipality SAYC
and
Mr. Hlomla Sangqu – Member, South African Youth Council

We appreciate the warm reception from the Principal and educators of Elliotdale Technical School and we look forward to a fruitful partnership.

Issued by:
Mbhashe South African Youth Council

15/09/2026

Live explanation of the INVEST IN TECHNOLOGY programme.

01/09/2026

📢📢CALL FOR INNOVATORS

The Mbhashe Innovation Challenge 2026 is here!

Hosted by the South African Youth Council (SAYC) Mbhashe Branch, in partnership with Mbhashe Local Municipality through the Special Programmes Unit(SPU), the challenge calls on young people to showcase their creativity, innovation and problem-solving ideas.

School Learners:Grades 5–11
Open Youth: Ages 18–35

💡Innovation Categories:

1. Digital Technology & Software
2. Engineering, Electronics & Robotics
3. Community, Agriculture & Green Technology

Entries: 1–14 September 2026
Municipal Grand Final: 24 September 2026 | Dutywa TRC

School Learner Winners: R5,000 each
Open Youth Winners: R10,000 each

If you have an innovative idea, project or prototype. This is your opportunity to showcase it, inspire others and create solutions for a better future!

Your idea. Your innovation. Your future. Let’s invest in technology together!

Use the following link to apply:
https://forms.gle/N5GwCcarmZREUwXZ8

20/08/2026

Happy 29th Anniversary, SAYC! 🇿🇦

Celebrating 29 Years of Empowering Youth and Shaping the Future! 🎉✨

Today, we stand at the crossroads of history as we commemorate the 29th anniversary of the South African Youth Council (SAYC). A proud milestone of resilience, leadership, and unwavering commitment to youth development.

Happy 29th Anniversary, SAYC! 🇿🇦

19/08/2026

*STATEMENT BY THE MBHASHE SOUTH AFRICAN YOUTH COUNCIL*
*19 August 2026*

*MBHASHE SAYC WELCOMES YOUNG WOMEN’S REPRESENTATION AT EASTERN CAPE WOMEN’S PARLIAMENT DISTRICT WORKSHOP*

The Mbhashe South African Youth Council welcomes and celebrates the opportunity for young women from our area to be represented at the *Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature Women’s Parliament District Workshop* taking place on *20 August 2026 at Idutywa Town Hall*.

We view this workshop as a critical platform for young women in Mbhashe to raise their voices, engage with policy makers, and contribute to discussions that shape the future of women in our communities and province.

The Women’s Parliament aligns with our commitment to advance gender equality, youth development, and active citizen participation. We encourage all young women from Mbhashe to use this space to speak on issues affecting them — including education, health, GBV, unemployment, and economic opportunities.

As Mbhashe SAYC, we pledge our full support to the delegates attending and we call on stakeholders to continue creating platforms where the voices of rural young women are heard and prioritized.

_"Your Voice - Our Voice. Lenu - Lelithu"_

*Issued by:*
Mbhashe South African Youth Council
Contact: Branch Secretary - Mr LATETA
+27 83 870 9385

05/05/2026

A 6-month agricultural training programme in plant & animal production is now open, perfect for both beginners and experienced farmers. Gain practical skills while earning a daily stipend.

Closing date: 08 May 2026

Apply now at your nearest Special Programmes Unit office in Idutywa, Willowvale, or Elliotdale.

11/04/2026

CALLING FOR CONTESTANTS!

Miss Mbhashe is hosting it's 2 annual beauty contest event. We are calling everyone who meets the requirements to participate nor be our finalist.

The registration fee is only R200, catagories are as follows:
1. Pre-teens ; 9-12
2. Teens ; 13-17
3. Miss ; 18-25

Please make sure that you don't miss this amazing event!

The grand finale will be on JUNE.

Text the number on the poster.

08/04/2026

❤️❤️

KAMVA MANGANYELWA’S MOTHER BEAMS WITH PRIDE AFTER HER DAUGHTER’S BIG WIN

The mother of 14-year-old beauty queen Kamva Manganyelwa has expressed overwhelming joy and pride following her daughter’s crowning as Ms Teen Princess Africa Queen in Kenya.

Speaking with ECnews Live after the prestigious Teen Miss Africa pageant, she described the moment as emotional and rewarding, saying she is “very happy” and deeply proud of her daughter’s achievement.

“I am so happy for her. I am proud of her,” she said, reflecting on Kamva’s journey from Colosa, Komkhulu eMurus in Dutywa, Eastern Cape, to the continental stage.

She highlighted the challenges her daughter faced along the way, including financial difficulties, but said Kamva remained focused and determined throughout.

The proud mother also thanked community members and supporters who contributed to making the trip possible, adding that their support played a crucial role in her daughter’s success.

Kamva’s victory has not only brought joy to her family but has also become a moment of pride for her entire community, inspiring other young girls to pursue their dreams despite obstacles.