Neftaly Charity – August 2013
SAYPRO – DEVELOPMENT BANK OF SOUTHERN AFRICA (DBSA) PARTNERSHIP
Report by Neftaly Chief of Development
In August 2013, the partnership between Neftaly and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) continued to demonstrate powerful progress in advancing youth empowerment and community transformation throughout South Africa. This report, compiled by the Neftaly Chief of Development, highlights the strategic actions and achievements of this impactful collaboration during the month of August.
???? Driving Inclusive Development Through Youth Empowerment
The Neftaly–DBSA partnership was designed to respond to the urgent need for youth-focused development in underserved communities. By August 2013, we had entered a critical phase of program expansion, community engagement, and capacity building.
Together, we focused on delivering practical, high-impact solutions to the challenges of youth unemployment, limited access to skills training, and lack of community development infrastructure.
???? Key Highlights – August 2013
- Launch of Neftaly Career Readiness Bootcamps in Johannesburg and Durban, reaching over 200 young job seekers
- Deployment of mobile training units to rural areas, ensuring no youth is left behind
- Business mentorship sessions held with young entrepreneurs selected through the Neftaly-DBSA microenterprise initiative
- Strengthened collaboration with local government and community leaders to identify and address grassroots challenges
- Start of the Youth Innovation Challenge, encouraging problem-solving and leadership among school learners
???? Measured Impact
- 82% of participants in Neftaly bootcamps reported improved employability skills
- 15 youth-led enterprises received mentorship and early-stage funding
- 3 new community partnerships formed to support continued youth development beyond program delivery
- Increased Neftaly visibility and trust in communities through active local engagement
????️ Message from the Chief of Development
“August 2013 was a turning point in the Neftaly–DBSA journey. Our programs matured, our reach extended, and our impact deepened. The trust placed in us by DBSA allowed Neftaly to innovate, adapt, and meet young people where they are—with tools, training, and opportunities that change lives.”
???? Next Steps
As we prepared for the final quarter of the year, Neftaly and DBSA focused on refining program delivery, scaling successful models, and capturing deeper insights through evaluation. The August 2013 successes serve as proof that strategic partnerships grounded in purpose can drive sustainable change.