She said she learnt that Brics was aimed at increasing SA’s development prospects, and she hoped other African countries would join.
“This group aims to provide peace, security, and development.
“My main interest is to develop my area as there is a low standard of living, poor healthcare, the unemployment rate is high and there is poverty.
“I am passionate about changing the life my community faces every day.
Mthweni Senior Secondary School grade 11 pupil Mivo Nikita Noraqa, said it was an incredible experience.
“What I enjoyed most was the opportunity to engage with like-minded individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures, all united by a shared interest in global governance and sustainable development,” she said.
“The summit offered a unique platform for exchanging ideas, fostering collaborations, and learning from esteemed experts and thought leaders.”
Noraqa said she learnt nations addressed global challenges such as climate change, economic inequality, and social justice.
She said it broadened her understanding of the complexities of shaping a more equitable and sustainable world.
“The summer school deepened my understanding of the intricate relationships between economic growth, social welfare, and environmental stewardship.”
Founder of the foundation named after him, Nkosi Minenkulu Joyi, said the NPO was focused on helping uplift underprivileged children from Bhaziya in Mthatha through education.
“We took pupils who are excelling academically, leaders within their schools, and are striving for a better future,” he said.
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Ten OR Tambo pupils benefit from Brics youth summer school
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Ten pupils from across the OR Tambo district had the honour to attend a three-day Brics Youth Association Summer School where they got to learn about geopolitics, economics, and the cultural foundations of the Brics+ nations recently.
The event seeks to promote academic and cultural exchange among the Brics countries.
Its key objectives include fostering co-operation, mutual understanding and collaboration in various fields, addressing global challenges, promoting cultural awareness, building networks, and nurturing leadership skills.
The pupils who attended were Siphosethu Sekwana, Sinethemba Mgqibane, Mivo Nikita Noraqa, Hlumisa Mxhego, Yolatha Siyala, Imibongo Ntakana, Lukhanyo Myeko, Milisa Bolilitye, Sinentlantla Lahani.
Joyi Senior Secondary School pupil Milisa Bolilitye, who is in grade 11, said she felt honoured after being selected to attend the event.
“Getting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity made me feel special and recognised.
“I am grateful to the Nkosi Minenkulu Joyi Foundation for collaborating with OR Tambo District Municipality for giving us such a great opportunity to attend this summit.
“I enjoyed the exposure and interaction with different people who shared various perspectives and views of life, which allowed me to gain more knowledge, especially coming from a place with limited information on Brics.”
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She said she learnt that Brics was aimed at increasing SA’s development prospects, and she hoped other African countries would join.
“This group aims to provide peace, security, and development.
“My main interest is to develop my area as there is a low standard of living, poor healthcare, the unemployment rate is high and there is poverty.
“I am passionate about changing the life my community faces every day.
Mthweni Senior Secondary School grade 11 pupil Mivo Nikita Noraqa, said it was an incredible experience.
“What I enjoyed most was the opportunity to engage with like-minded individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures, all united by a shared interest in global governance and sustainable development,” she said.
“The summit offered a unique platform for exchanging ideas, fostering collaborations, and learning from esteemed experts and thought leaders.”
Noraqa said she learnt nations addressed global challenges such as climate change, economic inequality, and social justice.
She said it broadened her understanding of the complexities of shaping a more equitable and sustainable world.
“The summer school deepened my understanding of the intricate relationships between economic growth, social welfare, and environmental stewardship.”
Founder of the foundation named after him, Nkosi Minenkulu Joyi, said the NPO was focused on helping uplift underprivileged children from Bhaziya in Mthatha through education.
“We took pupils who are excelling academically, leaders within their schools, and are striving for a better future,” he said.
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