First published Oct 22, 2026, 1:41:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 22, 2026, 1:41:15 PM UTC

Call for young people to seize available opportunities

Deputy Minister Nonceba Mhlauli urged young people to pursue education, skills development, employment and entrepreneurship opportunities at an expo in Thembalethu, George. The source describes efforts to connect young people with government services and other support.

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Affected location: Thembalethu, George, Western Cape, South Africa

Illustrative image: Royal Hospital for Children and Young People — M J Richardson/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0

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The expo focused on linking young people with services and opportunities related to education, work and entrepreneurship.

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