3,000 young people. 3 days. One life-changing experience.
EmpowaYouth in Ekurhuleni ignited minds and unlocked purpose. From powerful masterclasses to real-world conversations, young leaders left transformed, equipped to create their own employment by spotting gaps in their communities.
Over 20 exhibitors across industries brought opportunities directly to the heart of Thembisa, building bridges to future careers, businesses, and collaborations.
The momentum is building... could a full-scale EmpowaYouth Summit be next? Stay close. The movement is only getting started.
#EmpowaYouth #EkurhuleniEmpowered #YouthOnTheRise #EmpowaWorx #FutureBuilders
👀 BIG NEWS!
We’re cooking up something epic... 👨🏾🍳🔥
Another #EmpowaYouth Summit is on the way 🤫
The only question is…
WHERE should we bring the energy next? 🌍📍
Drop your city in the comments 🗣️👇
Let’s transform lives,inspire your future and get you connected.
#EmpowaYouth #NextStop #inspired #connected #transformed
📍The Dialogue We Needed
The room. The energy. The truth-telling.
This is what it looked like inside the exclusive roundtable launch of “Apartheid Did Not Die” authored by Mandla J Radebe — a space where ideas collided, power structures were questioned, and real conversations took centre stage.
Voices were raised with purpose, minds were stretched and the call for transformation echoed loudly
This wasn’t just a book launch- It was a mirror.
🔁 Watch. Reflect. Share.
THE SPEAKERS FIRM - Our Voice, Driving Exponential Growth
Visit www.thespeakersfirm.co.za to find out more
#ApartheidDidNotDie #UnfinishedRevolution #RacialCapitalism #ReadToResist
Welcome Address by @simphiwemasiza , CEO of @empowaworx
“We are proud to announce the upcoming Vaal @EmpowaYouth Week 2026—a powerful platform dedicated to empowering the next generation.
As we prepare for this impactful event, we are actively seeking partnerships with both corporate and government stakeholders. We invite you to join us in driving real change—through both financial and non-financial support.
Bring your resources. Bring your expertise. Bring opportunities for training, skills development, and sustainable impact.
Together, let’s shape a future where young people thrive.”
The Speakers Firm — Our Voice, Driving Exponential Growth
🌐 Visit www.thespeakersfirm.co.za to learn more.
#ApartheidDidNotDie #UnfinishedRevolution #FreedomIsNotEnough #TheSpeakersFirm #TruthToPower #DecoloniseNow #StructuralJustice #VoicesThatMatterevolution #CriticalThinking #BlackRadicalTradition
Missed the EmpowaYouth Weekend in Ekurhuleni?
Don’t worry here’s a 5-minute recap of everything that went down over three inspiring days!
#EmpowaYouth #EkurhuleniYouth #YouthEmpowerment
Huge gratitude to the trailblazing entrepreneurs and speakers who launched EmpowaYouth! Their legacy will inspire generations. This initiative sparked a revolution, empowering youth and changing lives. Today, EmpowaYouth is a pan-African movement with global ambitions, motivating young people everywhere. By linking youth to industry opportunities, they’re breaking barriers and unlocking potential. Lives are being transformed, and the impact is profound – empowered youth, new opportunities, and stronger communities. EmpowaYouth’s influence continues to grow, shaping a brighter future. EmpowaYouth bridges the gap between unemployed youth and industry opportunities, breaking down barriers for both. We’ve already seen lives transformed across the country, and many more are poised to benefit from this impactful initiative.
#IamEmpowaYouth
Media Interview Alert 🚨
Join Mookho Mhlayivana, Khanyisile Mamojele, and Azande Ralephenya, Managing Executive of Empowayouth, as they delve into the pressing issue of youth unemployment and highlight the impactful work Empowayouth is doing to create opportunities in peri-urban communities across South Africa. Tune in to SABC News Channel 404 this Sunday from 19:00 to 20:00 for a special Youth Day broadcast.
As we commemorate Youth Day, it’s crucial to engage in meaningful conversations about the challenges and aspirations of today’s young people, don’t miss this important dialogue.
#youthempowerment #EmpowaYouth #sabcnews #youthunemployment #communityimpact
The youth of 1976 marched for their future.
Today, we’re using our voices, vision, and ideas to build ours.
At EmpowaYouth, we believe that conversations shape futures. That’s why we brought together bold young minds for Think Tank Conversations, a space to unpack real issues, exchange big ideas, and reimagine what’s possible for South African youth.
From education to entrepreneurship, from mental health to access, these conversations are more than talk. They’re a blueprint for the next generation.
#EmpowaYouth #ThinkTankConversations #YouthDay2025 #June16 #VoicesOfTheFuture #ShapingTomorrow #RealTalkRealChange
As Youth Day approaches, we’re celebrating the incredible stories of the EmpowaYouth Ekurhuleni GFC Film Equipment and Coca-Cola Food & Groceries prize winners!
Has EmpowaYouth made a difference in your life? Have you grown, learned, or achieved something meaningful through our platform? We’d love to hear from you!
Share your story; let’s celebrate YOU and the power of youth empowerment. #EmpowaYouth #YouthDay2025 #MyEmpowaJourney
As Youth Day approaches, we reflect on the energy and excellence that defined the last EmpowaYouth Ekurhuleni event.
We witnessed a generation brimming with talent, bold ideas, and unstoppable ambition.
And if there’s one thing that stood out: It’s that young people don’t lack potential. They need the opportunity.
From powerful panel discussions and hands-on workshops to impactful networking moments, they showed up ready to learn, lead, and level up.
Now imagine what’s possible when we consistently invest in their future.
#EmpowaYouth #YouthDay2025 #June16 #OpportunitiesUnleashed #EkurhuleniYouth #UnlockTheirFuture
