Youth in Action

Young people are not the 'future leaders' but they are the leaders of today.

Check this page regularly to see special blog posts regarding young people sharing their personal stories and making a difference; keep up to date on our progress with the SA YCAP; and discover creative adventures that the youth of South Africa are pursuing for change.

'Autumn Leaves'

by Asithandile Ntsondwa I’ve always believed that as a human being, you must have a cause – something you are passionate about and that...

‘How Green Can My School Be?’ - Youth Spearheading Eco-School Development

by Molebatsi Matshana While we were experiencing the warmest year of the decade in 2019, Greta Thunberg was focusing the world’s...

'We Need Several Seats at The Policymaking Table’

by Khahliso Myataza The first time I heard about climate change was in Grade 3 when I saw a poster in my classroom, but it was a long...

'When Youth Mobilise’ - A Youth Climate Advocate’s Journey

by Natalie Kapsosideris I've always been interested in and fascinated by science and nature. From a young age, I'd spend my days playing...