JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT SOUTH AFRICA PARTNERS WITH MASTERCARD TO LAUNCH YOUTH ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME IN MAMELODI
Junior Achievement (JA) South Africa is thrilled to announce the partnership with Mastercard to launch the Youth Enterprise Development Programme in Mamelodi. This initiative aims to foster entrepreneurial spirit and provide practical skills to youth in the community.
Through this partnership, JA South Africa and Mastercard will collaborate to empower young people in Mamelodi to become future leaders and entrepreneurs. The program offers hands-on training, mentorship, and resources to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to start and grow their own businesses.
“We are excited to join forces with Mastercard to invest in the leaders of tomorrow. By providing youth in Mamelodi with access to entrepreneurship education and resources, we can help unlock their potential and provide youth with the skillset and mindset to build thriving communities” says Nelo Spies, Executive Director of Junior Achievement South Africa. “
The Youth Enterprise Development Programme teaches participants key business skills such as financial literacy, marketing, and leadership. Through interactive workshops, mentorship sessions, and real-world challenges, young people will gain practical experience and confidence in their ability to succeed as entrepreneurs.
“We believe that investing in the entrepreneurial spirit of young people is crucial for driving economic growth and creating sustainable communities.By partnering with JA South Africa, we are committed to empowering youth in Soshanguve to unleash their creativity and drive positive change,” says Cuthbert Tembedza, Vice President of MasterCard South Africa
The launch of the Youth Enterprise Development Programme marks the beginning of an exciting journey for youth in Mamelodi. With the support of JA South Africa and Mastercard, they will have the opportunity to build successful businesses and make a meaningful impact in their community.
The program will highlight milestones for program participants over the coming weeks, ensuring key learnings are captured.
About JA South Africa
Junior Achievement (JA) South Africa is one of South Africa’s largest and most-impactful youth-serving NGOs. JA South Africa has a presence in all nine provinces and has reached over 600,000 youth since its inception in 1979. It is JA Africa’s oldest chapter and reaches youth through work readiness, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship. Visit www.jasa.org.za for details.
Media Enquiries:
Bernadette Bule
Junior Achievement South Africa
Marketing and Communications Manager
+27 82 656 9746
