UTD AYDF

29/02/2024

21/02/2024

🗳️📢 Citizen Alert 📢🗳️

Mark your calendars! 📆 We're excited to announce that the upcoming election date has been officially set for the 29th of May 2024. This is a crucial moment for our democracy, and your participation is vital in shaping the future of our nation.

It's essential to exercise your right to vote and make your voice heard. Whether you're a first-time voter or a seasoned participant, your vote matters in building a better tomorrow for all.

Stay tuned for more updates, voter education resources, and information on candidates and ballot measures leading up to the election. Remember, informed voters make empowered decisions!

Let's come together as responsible citizens and make this election a true reflection of our values and aspirations.



UTD_AYDF

16/02/2024

🗳️🇿🇦 Exciting News!
You can now register for the 2024 Elections ONLINE! 🎉 Follow these simple steps to make your voice count in shaping our country's future:

Step 1: Access the Online Registration Portal
Visit the official IEC website and click on the "Register to Vote" tab to get started!
https://registertovote.elections.org.za/voter-online-registration/overview

Step 2: Create Your Account
First-time user? No problem! Click on "Register" and provide your details to create an account.

Step 3: Verify Your Email
Check your inbox for a verification email from the IEC and click the link to confirm your registration.

Step 4: Log In to Your Account
Once verified, log in using your email and password.

Step 5: Complete the Online Registration Form
Fill in your details accurately, including your address and contact info.

Step 6: Verify Your Information
Double-check all details to ensure accuracy.

Step 7: Submit Your Registration
Hit the "Submit" button and receive confirmation of your successful registration.

Step 8: Check Your Registration Status
For peace of mind, verify your registration status through the portal.

📢 Spread the word! Let's make registering for the 2024 Elections a breeze for all South Africans. Your vote matters! 🗳️

Due to the high number of applications, we are currently experiencing a delay in the processing. Please don't reapply, but wait for your SMS either confirming registration or advising that your ID scan could not be recognised.

13/02/2024

📢 Join Us on Monday, February 19th, for Our Multi-Stakeholder Civic Education & Democracy Workshop! 🗓️
We're excited to invite you to participate in a crucial event focused on civic education and democracy. Mark your calendars for an engaging and informative workshop designed to empower and educate our community.
📍 Date: Monday, February 19th
🕒 Time: 10:00h AM
📌 Location: Moses Molelekwa Sports Centre, Tembisa
🔍 Key Hashtags:
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a meaningful discussion and contribute to the advancement of democracy and civic engagement. See you there! 🌟

03/02/2024

🇿🇦 🗳️ Civic Duty Alert! 📢

Every voice matters, and yours is no exception!
It's time to exercise your right and make a difference.
Here's how you can take action:

Register to Vote on the 3rd & 4th of February 2024

Spread the Word to raise awareness about the importance of voter registration and civic participation.

Knowledge is power!

Stay updated on key issues and candidates.
Informed voting is effective voting.

Challenge your friends to register and join you in making a positive impact. Together, we amplify our voices!
Let's build a better future through active civic participation. 🗳️💙

31/08/2023

UTD has collaborated with COJ in delivering civic content with the theme being “Building World Class Citizens”

30/08/2023

“Take the horse to the river, but you can’t force it to drink water.” Let’s give the young people the ‘salt’ for democracy. democracy

03/08/2023

03/08/2023

"We don't have a youth problem! We have an adult problem. The youth did not create the circumstance they find themselves in. These young people are reacting to the adult problem. Society, adults, must prepare their young for citizenship and how to take part in their civic responsibilities." - Nhlanhla Zwana, CEO of the African Youth Development Fund (AYDF)

African Youth Development Fund (AYDF) is the grant recipient implementing Umgabulo The Demokhrasi, a civic education programme implemented in 3 communities, Boksburg, Olievenhoutbosch and Kingsways in South Africa. 🙌


Umgabulo Aydf The Charter Project Africa Africtivistes Code For Africa Gorée Institute
European Centre for Development Policy Management European Partnership for Democracy

03/08/2023

03/08/2023

Thank you to everyone for a fruitful dialogue!
Rea leboga mzansi!😊


The Charter Project Africa

03/08/2023

Democracy Works!

Democracy Works Foundation hosted an amazing dialogue on civic tech and engagement, promoting civil society participation as well as participation in democratic governance by youth and women.

We had people from various organisations contributing to the dialogue of supporting the youth and women to participate in democratic governance. The panel had Nhlanhla from UTD AYDF , Cllr Colleen Makhubele who is the Speaker of the Council from City of Joburg, Hlumelo Bhiko from and Khanya from

There was lot of learning from one another and food for thought, such as:

- “What should the content of civic education be?”
- “How do we define what it is to be a citizen in South Africa?”
- “How do we reinstate the urgency of voting?”
- “What is the quality of participation?”
- “How do we balance freedom and responsibility?” democracy