PREVIOUS winners of the annual Nedbank YouthX awards, believe this project has the potential to change someone’s live, especially ambitious youth, with a clear mandate.
For 2025, entries are now open for the YouthX Awards and will close on August 31 (couple of weeks left) and Nedbank is calling on young South Africans to bring their tenacity, vision and business proposals forward.
Whether you’re running a business, leading in your community or creating something powerful from scratch, this is your moment to unlock your potential to stand a chance to win the support you need to go even further.
At stake is a staggering R200 000 for the winner.
Former judge himself, John Makgato, Head of Youth Strategy and Client Value Proposition at Nedbank YouthX, says this was built to empower real ventures from real people.
“We don’t want perfection, but we seek passion, potential and to see a clear sense of purpose.
The stronger your entry, the more likely a judge will see your vision and back it.”
According to Makgatho, they will be looking for the following on your proposal or presentation:
A powerful ‘why’, Creativity and Originality, Impact, Showcase resilience, Vision for growth, Personality & Presentation, and sweat the small stuff.
If you’re ready to take your shot, here’s what you need to know: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMxTqjGoznC/?hl=en
Entries are open to all South Africans aged 18 to 26 with a qualifying Nedbank account, of course.
Visit https://www.youthxbynedbank.co.za/potential/youthx/youthxawards to submit your entry and get all the details you need to bring your vision to life.
Don’t just enter for vibes – enter with your whole chest. This is your time to show the country what you’re building, why it matters and what’s possible when you #UnlockYourX
Judges will be looking for passion with purpose.
Clearly articulate why you do what you do − whether it’s solving a local problem, uplifting a community, or disrupting an industry.
Your motivation should be authentic and deeply rooted in your lived experience or community insight.
Ambitious and have a clear mandate, you could be the next YouthX Awards winner for the year 2025.
