Authored by: Captain SA | SA Rainbow News | 06th October 2025
The Lekgutsa Mbele Foundation, in partnership with Re Phethile Art Production from Bethlehem, proudly took part in the Provincial Youth Plenary Summit hosted by the South African Youth Council at Flamingo Park Ontspanning Sentrum in Welkom on October 5, 2025.
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As champions of empowerment and advocates for the voiceless, the foundation delegated dynamic youth representatives to ensure that the voices of young people were heard loud and clear. The summit served as a powerful platform for engagement, dialogue, and the co-creation of strategies shaping the future of the province.
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Youth activist Lekgutsa Mbele emphasized the importance of unity and advocacy, saying, “We are the voice for the voiceless. We stand for what is rightfully ours and represent our sector.”
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Sharing his passion for activism, Mbele added, “I am proud to be a youth activist, using my voice to make a difference in my community and the world. My youth is a strength, not a weakness. We are driven by passion, energy, and idealism. We are not afraid to challenge the norms and push for change.”
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He continued, “As a youth activist, I will continue to speak out, organize, and advocate for the changes I want to see. I will use my voice to amplify the voices of others — to stand in solidarity with those who are marginalized and oppressed.”
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Through initiatives like this, the Lekgutsa Mbele Foundation continues to empower the next generation, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to nurturing young leaders and building a brighter, inclusive South Africa.