Young and presidential: Youth as catalyst for change

DDP in partnership with the Mail and Guardian hosted a Webinar to unpack Youths’ political participation and access to opportunities for socio-economic development which remains an important call in Africa. The webinar was facilitated by DDP Senior programs Officer Sphamandla Mhlongo.

The objectives of this webinar were to:

• Unpack the impediments faced by young people in participating in political spaces – Understand the role of young people as economic actors
• Engage around the current legislative framework in regard to youth eligibility for political office
• Engage in the role of political parties, business, and civil society in promoting capable, young people into positions of leadership
• Understand the importance of getting the communication right

Watch the full webinar recording here> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oG_rgesunI 

Read the full webinar article here> MailGuardian_MAIN-22072022029_MAG