SayProCDR – SayPro Leadership and Youth Development Programme Report

To the CEO of SayPro Neftaly Malatjie, the Chairperson of the SayPro Royal committee, Mr Legodi, SayPro Royal Committee Members, all SayPro Royal Chiefs and SayPro Human capital

Kgotso a ebe le lena

Date: 30 November 2025
Venue: Diepsloot Youth Project
Compiled by: Phauwi Molepo
Facilitator: Andrice
Assistant Facilitator: Nthusheko
Time Frame: 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM

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1. Introduction

The SayPro Leadership and Youth Development Programme was held on 30 November 2025 at the Diepsloot Youth Project. The event was facilitated by Andrice, assisted by Nthusheko.

The main goal of the programme was to empower young participants through leadership training, collaborative learning, and ethical development. The day’s activities were designed to inspire youth to take initiative within their communities and promote teamwork, responsibility, and dialogue.

The event was divided into two sessions:

1. SayPro Leadership Forum Event
2. SayPro Programme for the Consultative Youth Work Dialogues Event

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2. Session One: SayPro Leadership Forum Event

Time: 11:30 AM – 12:10 PM
Facilitator: Andrice
Assistant Facilitator: Nthusheko
Song by: Nthusheko
Prayer by: Katlego Molepo

2.1 Purpose of the Session

The SayPro Leadership Forum aimed to strengthen participants’ understanding of leadership, teamwork, and accountability. It encouraged reflection on leadership qualities and how they can be applied to community development and entrepreneurship.

2.2 Key Discussion Points

• Understanding Leadership
  • Katlego Molepo: “A leader is someone who leads a team and takes responsibility.”
  • Sbonkakonke Mbele: “An organization full of different people working together to come up with something positive.”
• Lessons Learned About Leadership
  • Nonhlanhla Skosana: Shared a story about her grandmother’s kindness and leadership through helping others selflessly.
  • Anami Beni: Aspired to inspire the youth of South Africa through entrepreneurship and dedication.
  • Calvin Ravele: Highlighted patience, hard work, and respect for customers as key values in business leadership.
• Influences
  • Anami Beni: Inspired by street vendors who work tirelessly to provide for their families.
  • Nonhlanhla Skosana: Inspired by her uncle’s determination to succeed despite community challenges.

2.3 Leadership Concepts Discussed

• Influence
• Direction
• Responsibility
• Teamwork
• Impact

Additional Themes by Andrice:

• Unity
• Collaboration
• Understanding

2.4 Summary

The session reinforced that leadership involves integrity, selflessness, and teamwork. Participants were encouraged to take initiative in their own environments and act as positive examples to others.

Ending Time: 12:10 PM

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3. Session Two: SayPro Programme for the Consultative Youth Work Dialogues Event

Time: 12:11 PM – 12:45 PM
Facilitator: Andrice

3.1 Objective of the Session

This session focused on youth participation in consultative dialogues, highlighting leadership ethics, policy understanding, and the importance of collaboration in decision-making.

3.2 Discussion Topics and Highlights

1. Leadership in Development Context

• Definition (Andrice): Leadership involves starting something from the beginning and showing initiative.

2. Collaborative Decision-Making

• Anami Beni: “Taking decisions together.”
• Andrice: “Working as a team to make collective and inclusive decisions.”

3. Youth and Emerging Leaders

• Nonhlanhla Skosana: Defined youth as “young people.”
• Nonhlanhla Skosana: Described “emergency” as “coming together.”
• Katlego Molepo: “Youth combining themselves to lead a certain project.”

4. Policy, Ethics, and Vision Alignment

• Policy: A formal guideline or principle that directs how an organization operates and makes decisions.
• Ethics: The moral values and integrity that guide leaders.
• Vision Alignment: Ensuring that every leader’s project supports the organization’s mission and goals.
• Moral: How a person behaves and acts toward others.

5. Understanding Key Concepts

• Dialogue:
  • Anami Beni: “A conversation between two or more people.”
  • Mahlatsi Rasilalume: “When you talk to someone.”
• Program:
  • Katlego Molepo: “You’re going to check.”
  • Mahlatsi Rasilalume: “It’s more like a checkup.”
  • Andrice: “It focuses on advice and participation.”

3.3 Session Outcome

The discussion helped participants understand the importance of communication, shared decision-making, and alignment between leadership goals and organizational values. The dialogue encouraged active youth participation in shaping community development.

Ending Time: 12:45 PM

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4. Attendance List

No.	Name	Role / Participation
1	Andrice	Facilitator
2	Nthusheko	Assistant Facilitator
3	David Rammala	Participant
4	Calvin Ravele	Participant
5	Anami Beni	Participant
6	Phauwi Molepo	Minute Taker
7	Mahlatsi Rasilalume	Participant
8	Sbonkakonke Mbele	Participant
9	Prisca Sebati	Participant
10	Nonhlanhla Skosana	Participant
11	Thubalakhe Mtatshana	Participant
12	Katlego Molepo	Participant
13	Cassius Moswatse	Participant
14	Uvile Tabata	Participant

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5. Conclusion

The SayPro Leadership and Youth Development Programme at the Diepsloot Youth Project successfully empowered young people to reflect on leadership, teamwork, and decision-making.
The participants demonstrated strong engagement and shared diverse perspectives on community leadership and youth development.

Facilitator’s Closing Remarks:
Andrice emphasized that leadership begins with self-discipline, teamwork, and responsibility. Participants were encouraged to continue applying these lessons in their everyday lives.

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6. Recommendations

1. Continue to organize similar SayPro youth development workshops to enhance leadership and teamwork skills.
2. Introduce mentorship programmes to help participants apply their leadership skills in real-world projects.
3. Encourage youth-led initiatives that promote collaboration and ethical decision-making.
4. Provide follow-up sessions focused on entrepreneurship, communication, and project management.

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Report Compiled by: Phauwi Molepo
Date: 30 November 2025
Venue: Diepsloot Youth Project

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