Honour Tata Madiba on his birthday month and nominate an ambassador, who goes the extra mile to make a difference in your community.

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Inside Education Foundation, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to youth development and empowerment, is proud to announce the launch of the 2023 100 South African Shining Stars, to coincide with late struggle icon Tata Nelson Mandela.

The Foundation is calling for nominations of exceptional young individuals who epitomises the values of Madiba by making a significant impact in their respective communities.

The annual 100 SA Shining Stars initiative aims to recognize game changers, disruptors, innovators, and high-potential professionals under the age of 35 who are shaping the future of South Africa. By highlighting their achievements and contributions, Inside Education Foundation aims to inspire and empower other young people across the country.

“We believe the youth are the driving force behind positive change in our society,” said Matuma Letsoalo, chairman of the Inside Education Foundation.

Letsoalo added: “Through the South African Shining Stars initiative, we want to celebrate and honour the extraordinary achievements of the young ambassadors, who are making a real difference in their communities. We encourage all South Africans to nominate deserving individuals who exemplify excellence and dedication.”

Nominations are open to achievers from all provinces in South Africa who are actively contributing to community development in various fields, including:

Education

Health

Sport & Recreation

Justice & Law

Arts, Culture, Media and Entertainment

Science & Technology

Business & Entrepreneurship

Environment

Civil Society and Youth Activism

Philanthropy

Politics & Governance

Transport & Tourism

To nominate a deserving candidate or self-nominate, participants are invited to click here and complete the easy and quick nomination process. Nominees must be South African ID holders between the ages of 18 and 35, and their work and vision should have had a tangible impact on their communities and South Africa as a whole.

The nomination period opens on 18 July 2023 and will close on 30 September 2023. A distinguished panel of adjudicators will select the 2023 100 SA Shining Stars finalists.

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