Divashnee Naidoo, 28
Divashnee's exceptional contributions to the Helen Suzman Foundation encompass diverse areas. From demanding accountability for state capture to enhancing women's participation in democracy, she tirelessly works towards reasoned, fair, and just policy-making.
Curtleigh Alaart, 21
Curtleigh is a 21-year-old youth activist driving positive change who captivated audiences at DSA 2022 with his discourse on Africa's financial sector potential. He also inspires global youth with relentless commitment and transformative vision.
Donald Mkhwanazi, 23
Donald Mkhwanazi is a remarkable LLB Law student at the University of Johannesburg empowering youth through activism. He advocates for knowledge, rights, and economic participation and challenges barriers to young leaders, coaches teens, and promotes inclusivity.
Ezekiel Kekana, 34
Ezekiel is an accomplished media professional advocating for the rule of law and social upliftment. With 13 years of experience, he fearlessly sheds light on service delivery failures, actively seeking solutions and securing tangible improvements.
Goodman Lepota, 29
Goodman is a 29-year-old visionary entrepreneur and media trailblazer who founded Preamble Africa, a data visualisation platform. Using technology, he has deepened democracy by engaging African millennials and Gen-Z, leaving a remarkable track record of accomplishments.
Naledi Ngqambela, 29
Naledi is youth activist deepening democracy for African financial sector reform, presented at DSA 2022, and selected as SA delegate for Youth G20 Summit. Her Democracy Builder workshop empowers locals, tackles unemployment and substance abuse.
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