Neftaly provided Technical Skills on 14 May 2015 to 12489 Youth in partnership with the NMCF Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund and Comic Relief

Neftaly Technical Skills Programme – 14 May 2015

On 14 May 2015, Neftaly (Neftaly Consulting) delivered an impactful Technical Skills Programme to 12,489 young people across South Africa.

This large-scale youth development initiative was made possible through the strategic partnership with the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund (NMCF) and support from Comic Relief (UK). Together, the programme aimed to empower young people with practical and in-demand technical skills to increase their employability, entrepreneurship opportunities, and overall contribution to local economic development.

Key Highlights:

• 12,489 youth trained in essential technical and vocational skills.
• Focus on hands-on, practical learning aligned with labour market needs.
• Special emphasis on preparing youth for employment, self-employment, and small business creation.
• Collaboration with NMCF to reach vulnerable communities, ensuring inclusivity and equity.
• Backed by Comic Relief, reinforcing global solidarity in youth empowerment and poverty alleviation.

Impact:

The programme created pathways for young people to access further training, internships, and entrepreneurial opportunities. It also contributed to building confidence, technical competence, and resilience among participants, many of whom came from disadvantaged backgrounds.

This initiative demonstrated the power of partnerships between civil society, philanthropic organisations, and development actors in transforming the lives of young people and securing a brighter, more sustainable future.