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| Formed | 2009 |
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| Jurisdiction | South Africa |
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Parent agency | Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities |
| Website | nyda |
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) is a South African government agency established by the National Youth Development Agency Act (Act 54 of 2008) to address the socio-economic challenges faced by youth aged 14 through 35 in South Africa.[1]
The agency has been part of the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities since June 2019.
History
[edit]It was formed in 2009 by merging the National Youth Commission and the Umsobomvu Youth Fund, inheriting their staff and programmes.[1]
The NYDA Board is appointed by the President of South Africa under the NYDA Act. In July 2025, President Ramaphosa appointed a new board effective from 1 August 2025.[2]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- 1 2 “What is NYDA?”. NYDA official website. Retrieved July 2025.
- ↑ “President Ramaphosa appoints National Youth Development Agency board members”. The Presidency, South Africa. Retrieved July 2025.