UNDP South Africa

09/05/2025

Meet Larinttia, founder of Larry Mor' Design.

Through our Bridging the Digital Divide initiative, she gained the digital skills to grow her African accessories brand—from handcrafted earrings to bridal collections.

Now, she’s using those tools to boost her brand’s visibility and reach new markets online.

Full video: 0fj.cc/8F8r9vkopxN

07/05/2025

Opportunity at UNDP South Africa

We're looking for a highly motivated UN Volunteer to join our team as a Strategic Relations & Innovations Officer to support high-level strategic planning, external engagement, and digital transformation. You will be working directly with the Deputy Resident Representative.

In this role, you'll:

🔹 Be a thinking partner in navigating development priorities
🔹 Shape strategic relationships with key government and development partners
🔹 Use AI and digital tools to enhance impact, visibility, and ex*****on
🔹 Help translate our programme results into compelling engagement narratives

If you’re digitally savvy, strategically sharp, and ready to work at the intersection of policy, innovation, and partnership, contribute to advancing South Africa’s National Development Plan and the SDGs.

📌 Apply now: https://bit.ly/44UyoEx

07/05/2025

NEW REPORT

Human development is slowing down across all developing regions — exposing widening inequalities and growing uncertainty.

The hashtag report explores how Artificial Intelligence can help reignite progress.

Learn more: https://go.undp.org/UwH

07/05/2025

⏰Deadline alert!

This is the final call to apply for timbuktoo Africa’s Creative Lab!

We’re looking for innovation in:
Audiovisual
Design
Music
Multimedia
Heritage

Through this platform, you’ll gain:
💡 Access to expert mentorship
💡 Support to scale your creative venture
💡 Entry into a thriving pan-African innovation network

If you're building solutions at the intersection of creativity, culture, and entrepreneurship, this call is for you.

📥 Submit your application now before the deadline: https://shorturl.at/JV5Aj

The Craft and Design Institute Western Cape Government UVU Africa UNDP Africa

06/05/2025

HAPPENING NOW

The United Nations Development Programme - UNDP BIOFIN 6th Global Conference on Biodiversity Finance is currently underway.

Leaders, experts, and changemakers from across the world are gathering to explore innovative financing solutions that protect nature.

The Biodiversity Finance Initiative - BIOFIN

View the plenary sessions from the BIOFIN 6th Global Conference on Biodiversity Finance, Santiago, Chile, 6-8 May 2025.

02/05/2025

Meet Refentse Matentji, at 18, she was making handmade bags and never imagined that her journey would lead digital marketing world.

Today, she’s offering digital marketing services to small businesses, empowering them to reach wider audiences through social media.

This transformation didn’t happen overnight. It began with a spark — an opportunity through our Digital Skills Initiative, supported by GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini and the Government of Japan

For the first time, Refentse learned how to use a laptop. She discovered the power of digital marketing. And as she picked up new technical skills, she also unearthed something even more powerful — her voice as an entrepreneur.

Her story is more than one of skill-building. It’s a story of growth, self-belief, and untapped potential coming to life..

📽️ Watch her journey and see what’s possible when young people are given the tools to thrive: 0fj.cc/8F8r9vkopxN

01/05/2025

Happy Workers’ Day, Mzansi!

On this and every day, we stand for dignity, equality, and protection for every worker. From fair pay to safe workplaces, let’s build a just and inclusive society.

30/04/2025

The 2024 Annual Report | Siyakha - We are building

From connecting 70,000 people to affordable internet to elevating voices in mining towns and training young women as solar technicians, our 2024 was about defying limits.

Our Annual Report reflects a year of bold partnerships, catalytic innovation, and human-centered development.

Discover how we’re building a more inclusive, green, and digital future for South Africa: https://bit.ly/4jw7qYe

29/04/2025

What happens when young people are supported to gain access to digital tools and training?

THOBELANI SIYABONGA NZAMA had never touched a computer before enrolling in our digital skills training.

Today, he’s employed full-time in digital printing—and sees a future filled with purpose and potential.

His journey, from unemployment to digital empowerment, is just one of many transforming lives across South Africa.

With the support of the Embassy of Japan in South Africa and GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini, this initiative is equipping youth with the digital skills they need to thrive in a tech-driven economy.

💡 Explore how tailored digital training is turning opportunity into impact: https://bit.ly/42vwTtA

24/04/2025

Timbuktoo Creatives Lab | Free Masterclasses Happening in District Six, Cape Town.

Unlock your creative edge with a free masterclass series hosted by the United Nations Development Programme - UNDP's Timbuktoo Africa Creatives Lab—a space for Africa’s boldest thinkers and makers.

Whether you're a designer, storyteller, tech-savvy creator or cultural innovator, these sessions are for you. Masterclass Schedule:

🗓25 Apr – Nature-inspired design
🗓 29 Apr – AI for creatives
🗓 30 Apr – VR & African storytelling

These sessions offer a glimpse into the future of creativity and support your journey toward applying to the timbuktoo Africa Creative Hub.

Register: https://shorturl.at/JV5Aj

The Craft and Design Institute UVU Africa Western Cape Government UNDP Africa

23/04/2025

Calling all creative changemakers across Africa!

Are you working in:
🎬 Audiovisual
🎨 Design (graphic, fashion, industrial, interior, architectural)
🎶 Music (recording, live, production, festivals)
🎥 Multimedia
🏛 Heritage preservation

We want to hear from you!

The United Nations Development Programme - UNDP Africa Creative Lab is looking for bold, visionary creators who are ready to showcase their talent and take their creative ventures to the next level.

Whether you're building your first idea or scaling your studio, this is your platform to grow, collaborate, and make an impact.

🗓 Applications are now open.

Deadline: 07 May 2025
🔗 Apply here: https://shorturl.at/JV5Aj

Western Cape Government The Craft and Design Institute UVU Africa