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JA WORLDWIDE IS NOMINATED FOR 2025 NOBEL PEACE PRIZE
We’re proud to announce that JA Worldwide has been nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. JA Africa is a member of JA Worldwide.
Nobel Peace Prize nominations may be received from heads of state, certain elected officials and cabinet members, university professors in select fields, past Nobel laureates, and other notable individuals, as laid out by the Nobel Nominating Committee.
21 February 2025
JA SOUTH AFRICA & MASTERCARD KICK OFF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS TO BUILD THRIVING COMMUNITIES
Johannesburg, South Africa – 21 February 2025 – Junior Achievement South Africa (JA South Africa), in partnership with Mastercard South Africa, kicked off the Youth Enterprise Development Program (YEDP) and the Entrepreneurship Accelerator Program (EAP) at Entokozweni Centre, Mamelodi and Katlehong.
16 January 2025
AFRINNOVATE COMPETITION
On this day, Gen 5 Tech took part in the prestigious afrinnovate final competition. With a strong and passionate presentation, they captivated the judges and audience alike, ultimately securing the top spot for the Innovation category Award. Their achievement not only highlights their commitment to excellence but also marks a significant milestone in their journey as leaders in technological advancement.
04 December 2024
AFRICA COY 2024
On this day team Tenacity proudly represented Rhodesfield High School, showcasing their innovative spirit and entrepreneurial skills. They achieved a significant milestone by winning the prestigious FedEx Global Possibilities Award at the Junior Achievement Africa Regional Company of the Year (COY) 2024 event.
27 November 2024
DRIVING SOCIAL CHANGE THROUGH INNOVATION: HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SOCIAL EQUITY PROGRAM
On Wednesday, 27 November, the JA Social Equity Program Afrinnovate Competition showcased the ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit of South Africa’s youth. Ten of the country’s top teams presented innovative solutions to challenges facing their communities, aiming to improve equity while fostering social change. […]
31 October 2024
EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF WOMEN IN STEM: JA SOUTH AFRICA HOSTS A ONE-DAY INNOVATION CAMP
Junior Achievement South Africa (JA South Africa) is excited to announce a dynamic collaboration with Johnson & Johnson to host an immersive, one-day innovation camp on Friday, 1 November 2024. This inspiring event will bring together 100 Grade 10–11 girls from schools across Gauteng in person whilst interested youth can also connect via the Junior Achievement South Africa IG page and Facebook page to explore careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing, and Design (STEM2D).
30 September 2024
RHODESFIELD LEARNERS CLENCH JA COMPANY OF THE YEAR 2024 FIRST PLACE
Junior Achievement South Africa (JA South Africa), in partnership with Absa, is proud to announce Team Tenacity from Rhodesfield High School, the winners of the 10th annual Company of the Year (COY) 2024 competition, themed GreenOvation. This year’s competition brought together 18 teams of young entrepreneurs from across the country, all vying for the top spot by showcasing their innovative solutions for environmental sustainability. […]
26 September 2024
JA SOUTH AFRICA IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ABSA KICK OFF THE COY 2024
The 2024 Company of the Year competition is themed GreenOvation and will see learners combine environmental sustainability and innovation, focusing on solutions and technologies that address environmental challenges and promote sustainability.