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Freedom Day Reflections

4/27/2022

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By Dr Stanley Maphosa, NMCF Chief Programmes Officer

Freedom Day celebrates and commemorates the first democratic elections that were held in South Africa on 27 April 1994.  These elections were the first post-apartheid national elections that were held in South Africa where anyone could vote regardless of race. Although the country has made remarkable progress since 1994, the triple challenges of inequality, poverty and unemployment the most glaring impediments to the country’s goal of national unity and social cohesion. The commemoration comes at a time when about 65.5 % youths are unemployed. With challenges in Mathematics and Science in schools, there is a systematic exclusion of youths in the jobs of today and of tomorrow. While youths are encouraged to start entrepreneurship initiatives and businesses, there is a general lack of support for capital and sustainability of those businesses. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, various jobs and businesses that were started by youth have been affected.

The South African politics needs to be youthful. The participation of youth in decision making will enable young people to take charge of their lives as key agents of social and economic transformation.  Participation is beyond just attending rallies, conferences and events but youth being centred and mainstreamed in all decisions of society. Besides the youth, the Fund works to improve child mortality and curb crimes committed towards children. The death of children before they reach the age of 5 continues to happen in various districts in the country. This happens despite the great policies in place. There is still sexual gender based violence towards children, corporal punishment in schools and bullying that is rife. All these issues affecting children and youth need to be addressed by all the members of society for a better future of this country.

We dare not forget the terrible past from which we have come and educate the children and youths as we commemorate this day. We also remember the many sacrifices that were made by various patriots including youths to ensure the democracy and freedom we enjoy.  The Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund has the history, legacy and voice to continue to remind society to treat change the way it treats its children and youth as we move to 29 years of independence in 2023.
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Mxolisi Nyuswa link
4/28/2022 04:08:58 am

Dear Dr Maphosa,

Thank you for the reflection on the Freedom Day. It is so sad to read that 65.5% of the youth is unemployment . Very bad! I have noticed that the celebration of this important day used to be celebrated in big stadia with thousands of people coming to show support of their leaders.

Yesterday , it was in a tent and presence of the youth wasn`t like in the past. The vibe wasn't there. In other places they even called it unFreedom Day saying that is absolutely nothing to celebrate.

The youthful government is not an option , but a requirement . However, preparation is essential. They mustn`t be thrown into the deep end. Let them access education be more accessible. Let it be more relevant to what the labour market requires for those who want to go that route. But entrepreneurial skills are of utmost importance . More especially scarce but be needed skills. You have rightfully mentioned the line of Maths and Science. You are spot on.

Organisations like NMCF are a good example to show that preparation of the able youth begins from families. That is why focus is on ensuring that children are set up to thrive from birth. That`s a powerful building block for a responsible youthful government that is ethically relevant to better the lives of needy communities. Much has been said about the current crop of leadership which was reminded by Vladimir Putin as World Leaders they were asking to cease fire.

Dr Maphosa, I would have said all that I mentioned if it was not for your inspiring and insightful reflection.

More blessings,

Mxolisi

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