National Youth Development Agency

The NYDA Executive Deputy Chairperson, Mr Bonga Makhanya, will share insights on Youth Development in South Africa’s Construction Economy and the critical role young people play in driving growth, innovation, and transformation within the sector.

This will be a day of engagement, networking and opportunities aimed at empowering the next generation of construction professionals and entrepreneurs.

📍 Brixton Multipurpose Centre

📅 Friday, 24 July 2026

🕘 16:00

Meet the distinguished leaders who will be joining us at the Ongoye Computer Laboratory Handover and Wi-Fi Connectivity Launch.

The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) is honoured to welcome an esteemed delegation of government leaders who are championing digital inclusion, education, innovation, and youth development.

The event will be graced by:

Mr Njabulo Nzuza – Deputy Minister of Home Affairs

Dr Nomalungelo Gina – Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation

Mr Sipho Hlomuka – KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Education

Their collective leadership reflects it government's commitment to expandingThey digital access, improving educational outcomes, strengthening service delivery, and creating meaningful opportunities for young people.

📍 Ongoye High School, KwaDlangezwa

📅 Thursday, 23 July 2026

🕗 08:00

Don't forget to bring your ID for Smart ID services and voter registration.

The NYDA Executive Chairperson, Dr. Sunshine Myende, will tomorrow deliver remarks during the official handover of the Ongoye Computer Laboratory in KwaDlangezwa, King Cetshwayo District, KZN.

This laboratory represents an investment in the future of South Africa's young people by expanding access to digital resources.

Learners will be better equipped with the technological and digital literacy skills that are needed to participate meaningfully in the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the evolving economy.

Participants are encouraged to bring their South African ID for voter registration services that will be available during the event.