SayPro Monthly Report for Southern Africa Youth Project dated 1 April 1990

Southern Africa Youth Project
Monthly Report
Date: 1 April 1990
Reporting Period: 1 March – 31 March 1990
Prepared by: Programme Coordinator

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1. Executive Summary

During the month of March 1990, Southern Africa Youth Project (SAYP) continued its mission of empowering youth through education, skills development, and civic engagement. This month marked significant progress in building partnerships with local schools and community centers, while also launching our first pilot skills development programme in Soweto, Johannesburg.

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2. Key Activities and Highlights

2.1. Skills Development Programme Launch

• Location: Soweto Community Hall
• Date: 12 March 1990
• Participants: 85 youth (ages 15–25)
• Programmes Offered: Basic literacy, sewing and tailoring, carpentry introduction
• Partners: Local churches, Community Youth Council, Women’s Development Forum

2.2. Education and Literacy Campaign

• Distributed 200 literacy booklets and 150 English-Afrikaans learning aids.
• Trained 6 volunteer educators to run evening classes in Diepsloot and Alexandra.

2.3. Youth Dialogues and Civic Engagement

• Held two community dialogue forums in Tembisa and Katlehong.
• Topics included: “Youth Role in the New South Africa” and “Understanding the Importance of Education.”
• Over 200 young people participated in open dialogue with local leaders and educators.

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3. Challenges Faced

• Limited Funding: Project materials and stipends for facilitators were delayed.
• Transport Barriers: Many participants struggled to attend sessions due to lack of safe transport.
• Security Concerns: Political tensions in some areas required increased safety measures during public gatherings.

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4. Monitoring and Evaluation

• A simple feedback form was distributed to 100 participants.
• Results:
  • 85% reported feeling more confident about their future.
  • 78% said they would recommend the training to their peers.
  • 65% requested training in computer literacy and business skills.

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5. Recommendations

• Increase engagement with private sector for donations and sponsorships.
• Expand training curriculum to include entrepreneurship and health awareness.
• Mobilize more local volunteers to reduce costs and improve community ownership.

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6. Upcoming Plans for April 1990

• Launch a second skills training center in Mamelodi.
• Begin partnership discussions with newly forming civic youth movements.
• Plan an inter-township youth sports and leadership camp to be held in June 1990.