The YouthX Awards are back and 2025 marks a milestone year in celebrating five years of championing young South African changemakers. Powered by Nedbank, the awards invite young people aged 18 to 26 to bring forward ideas that reflect their creativity, courage and drive. Whether you're an entrepreneur, innovator or someone with a powerful story, this is a space where your vision can take shape and receive the support it deserves.

From now until 31st of August, entries are open for those ready to be seen and finalists stand a chance to win up to R200 000 in funding while connect with experienced mentors. More than just a prize, YouthX offers momentum and a moment to stand up and be counted. To further unpack we are joined on the line by John Makgato, Head of Youth Strategy at Nedbank as well as Brandon Mashaba, 2024 YouthX winner and founder of Reagile Gaming Interactions

The YouthX Awards are back and 2025 marks a milestone year in celebrating five years of championing young South African changemakers. Powered by Nedbank, the awards invite young people aged 18 to 26 to bring forward ideas that reflect their creativity, courage and drive. Whether you're an entrepreneur, innovator or someone with a powerful story, this is a space where your vision can take shape and receive the support it deserves.
From now until 31st of August, entries are open for those ready to be seen and finalists stand a chance to win up to R200 000 in funding while connect with experienced mentors. More than just a prize, YouthX offers momentum and a moment to stand up and be counted. To further unpack we are joined on the line by John Makgato, Head of Youth Strategy at Nedbank as well as Brandon Mashaba, 2024 YouthX winner and founder of Reagile Gaming Interactions

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