Entries For The South African Youth Awards Still Open!
Entries For The South African Youth Awards Still Open! The South African Youth Awards (SAYA) 2024 celebrates the remarkable achievements of young South Africans who are making a significant impact across various fields. Hosted by the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), the awards honour individuals who demonstrate excellence in entrepreneurship, innovation, community leadership, arts and culture, environmental stewardship, and more.
These prestigious awards provide a platform to showcase the incredible contributions of young people, inspiring others to strive for greatness and fostering youth development throughout the country. Join us in recognising and celebrating the future leaders of South Africa. Entries open from 10 October – 3 November 2024
Eligibility:
- The awards are open to all South African citizens aged between 18 and 35 years as of 31st December 2024.
- Participants must hold a valid South African ID document as proof of citizenship and eligibility.
- The awards are open to individuals and teams, but all participants must meet the eligibility requirements.
Submission of Entries:
- All entries must be submitted through the official South African Youth Awards website or other designated entry platforms by the specified closing date.
- Entrants must provide accurate and truthful information in their submission forms, including personal details, project descriptions, and supporting documents.
- Only complete entries will be considered. Incomplete or incorrect entries may be disqualified.
Categories:
Participants must select the category most suited to their achievements and contributions. The categories include:
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year
- Young Professional of the Year
- Young Change-maker of the Year
- Young Innovator of the Year
- Young Cultural Champion
- Young Environmentalist of the Year
- Young Scientist and Technologist
- Young Champion of Diversity and Inclusion
- Young Sports Achiever
- Presidential Award (no direct entry; awarded to one of the category finalists)
Judging Criteria:
- Entries will be judged based on criteria specific to each category, including innovation, impact, leadership, and contribution to the community or industry.
- The judges’ decisions are final, and no correspondence will be entered into regarding their decisions.
- Judging will happen on 28 and 29 November 2024.
Event and Award Ceremony:
The awards ceremony will take place on 30 November 2024. Finalists must be available to attend the event or participate virtually, as required.
