MEC Nakedi Grace Kekana Pushes Agriculture as a Pathway to Youth Jobs and Economic Empowerment in Limpopo
Farmers Magazine | 17.06.2026 15:10
Youth Day in South Africa continues to serve as a powerful reminder of the role young people play in shaping the country’s future. On this year’s commemoration, the Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development MEC, Ms Nakedi Grace Kekana, used a Jacaranda FM interview to highlight a clear message about transformation through economic participation. She stressed that Youth Day should not only reflect on history but also drive action that creates real opportunities for young people today. Her focus was on economic empowerment and job creation as practical ways to honour the legacy of 16 June. She linked this vision directly to agriculture as a sector that can absorb youth talent at scale.
