Authored by: Captain SA | SA Rainbow News | 09 November 2026
TEMBISA, GAUTENG | 09 NOVEMBER 2026 – More than 200 participants from different sectors of the Tembisa Community Policing Forum (CPF) took part in a Financial Literacy Short Course on Friday, 6 November 2026, in an initiative aimed at strengthening financial awareness, promoting responsible money management and equipping community volunteers with essential life skills.
The training was hosted by SA Young Vision Pty Ltd, in partnership with Worth Financial Education Training Services, with the participation and leadership of Mr Thomas Mathebula and Bongani Monica Chilenge, who helped lead the engagement with CPF volunteers from different sectors of Tembisa.
The session was conducted online, allowing more than 200 participants to access the learning opportunity and take part in a programme designed to make financial education more accessible to members of the community.
The training took place at the Moses Molelekwa Arts Centre, Makhulong Section, Tembisa, 1632, Kempton Park, Gauteng, where participants were also welcomed and offered refreshments as part of the hospitality provided during the session.
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WHY FINANCIAL LITERACY MATTERS
Financial literacy is an essential soft skill that enables individuals to make informed decisions about their money and financial responsibilities.
In a society where many households face financial pressure, rising living costs, debt challenges and limited access to financial information, understanding how money works is increasingly important.
The course aims to equip participants with practical knowledge that can assist them in managing personal finances, planning monthly budgets, developing saving habits, understanding financial responsibilities and making better-informed financial decisions.
Financial literacy is not only for business owners or people working in the financial sector. It is relevant to employees, volunteers, students, job seekers, entrepreneurs, parents and anyone who wants to improve their financial decision-making.
For CPF volunteers, this knowledge can also strengthen their personal development while supporting their broader contribution to safer, more informed and resilient communities.
A person who understands budgeting, saving, responsible borrowing and financial planning is better positioned to make decisions that can positively influence their household and future.
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MORE THAN JUST A CERTIFICATE: KNOWLEDGE THAT CAN OPEN DOORS
SA Young Vision Pty Ltd encourages every participant to take this opportunity seriously and recognise that the value of the programme extends beyond receiving a certificate.
The certificate is evidence of completed learning and can be a useful addition to a participant’s CV, professional portfolio, job application or personal development record. It may help demonstrate a willingness to learn, develop new skills and improve financial awareness.
Many established companies and corporate organisations also recognise the importance of soft skills and invest in training programmes for their employees and communities. Financial awareness, communication, problem-solving, leadership and responsible decision-making are among the skills that contribute to personal and workplace development.
However, participants should understand that a certificate does not automatically guarantee employment, promotion, funding or business opportunities. Its value is strengthened when it is supported by genuine understanding, practical application and a commitment to continuous learning.
This is why participants are encouraged not to treat the course as a competition or simply another certificate-collection exercise. The knowledge gained should become part of everyday life.
Complete the training, understand the lessons and obtain your certificate through the required process. Participants who have not yet completed the course are encouraged to continue until they successfully meet the completion requirements and receive their certificates.
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A CALL TO PARTICIPANTS: COMPLETE YOUR TRAINING
SA Young Vision Pty Ltd extends its appreciation to Tembisa CPF members and volunteers who made the online training session possible on Friday, 6 November 2026.
The participation of more than 200 people demonstrates the value of creating accessible learning opportunities that bring communities together around education and personal development.
To participants who have already completed the course, congratulations on taking this important step towards improving your financial knowledge.
To those who have registered or started the course but have not yet completed it, the encouragement is simple: please continue with your learning until you obtain your certificate.
Do not allow an incomplete course to become a missed opportunity. Set aside time, follow the required learning process and ensure that you complete all outstanding activities.
The knowledge you gain can assist you long after the training session has ended.
LET US SHARE OPPORTUNITIES BEYOND TEMBISA
SA Young Vision also calls on participants, CPF members, community leaders and other stakeholders to share information about the Financial Literacy Short Course with friends, family members, colleagues, organisations and community networks.
Those who have already benefited from the programme can help others by sharing the opportunity and the official communication channels.
The initiative is intended to encourage wider participation at local, provincial and national levels, making financial education more accessible to communities across South Africa.
Whether someone is a community volunteer, employee, student, job seeker, entrepreneur or member of a local organisation, financial literacy can provide valuable knowledge for everyday decision-making.
Community development becomes stronger when people do not keep opportunities to themselves but help others access information and learning opportunities.
#ShareTheOpportunity #FinancialFreedomStartsWithKnowledge
APPRECIATION TO TEMBISA CPF AND PARTICIPANTS
SA Young Vision Pty Ltd would like to sincerely thank the Tembisa CPF leadership, Mr Thomas Mathebula, Bongani Monica Chilenge and all participating volunteers from different sectors for their cooperation, commitment and contribution to the successful online training session.
The organisation also appreciates the participants who joined the programme, engaged with the learning opportunity and demonstrated an interest in personal development.
Special appreciation goes to everyone who contributed to ensuring that participants were welcomed and treated with care at the Moses Molelekwa Arts Centre, including the provision of refreshments.
The partnership with Worth Financial Education Training Services reflects the importance of collaboration in delivering practical learning opportunities that can benefit individuals and communities.
SA Young Vision remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote education, skills development, financial awareness and community empowerment.
The message is clear: do not just attend training to receive a certificate. Attend to gain knowledge, complete the programme and use what you have learned to improve your life.
Financial literacy is a lifelong skill, and every informed financial decision can contribute towards a stronger future.
FOR ENQUIRIES AND FURTHER INFORMATION
SA Young Vision Pty Ltd
Financial Literacy Short Course
Contact: +27 63 978 3027
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Hosted by: SA Young Vision Pty Ltd
In partnership with: Worth Financial Education Training Services
Article date: 09 November 2026
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