Empowering Township Youth Through Education, Leadership & Opportunity

Building confident, skilled, and community-driven young leaders across South Africa.

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About Phakade

Rooted in excellence, driven by township pride. We unlock potential through mentorship and opportunity.

Mission

Empowering young people to reach their full potential through education, mentorship, and community engagement.

Vision

To create a society where young people are confident, capable, and committed to making a positive impact.

Township mentorship

Our Core Programs

Skills, mindset & leadership - building future changemakers

Education & Skills

Academic support, digital literacy, career guidance and skills workshops.

Mentorship Program

One-on-one & group mentorship connecting township youth with role models.

Community Engagement

Social responsibility, school dialogues, youth-led initiatives.

Entrepreneurship

Innovation workshops, hustle mindset, business exposure and funding prep.

Developing Confident Voices for the Future

Our Debate Program sharpens critical thinking, public speaking, and leadership. Township learners engage in high-level tournaments, coaching, and mentorship that transforms them into articulate changemakers.

  • Debate Tournaments & Public Speaking
  • Critical Thinking Sessions
  • Coaching & Debate Mentorship
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Township debate competition

Energetic Activities & Leadership

Building resilience through sports, team building and leadership camps

School Games & Sports

Soccer, netball, athletics, and fun team-building to foster discipline.

Leadership Development

Workshops, motivation sessions, and public speaking bootcamps.

Youth Leadership Camps

Residential camps focusing on empowerment, resilience, and community action.

Voices of Change

"Phakade gave me confidence to lead debates and now I'm studying law. Township excellence is real."

- Thando M., Kwamakhutha

"The mentorship program changed my hustle mindset. I started my own small business."

- Sesethu S., Adams

"Sports & leadership camps helped me grow as a team player and future leader."

- Bongani N., KwaMashu

Every young person deserves opportunity, mentorship, and a voice.

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