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Save the dateAugust 13, 202415:30 - 16:30 GMT+2
Organizer
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Phone: +27 117880265
Contact Person: Sneziwe Dube
Email: media@amcham.co.za
Event Details
Event Details

Join the U.S. South Africa Business Council and the American Chamber of Commerce South Africa for an insightful virtual forum focused on innovative approaches to tackle youth unemployment in South Africa. This event will feature Honorable Wally Adeyemo, U.S. Deputy Secretary of the Treasury, who will share his perspectives on economic strategies and policies that can support youth employment initiatives. Engage with key stakeholders, business leaders, and policymakers as we explore collaborative models to address inequality and create sustainable job opportunities for South Africa's young workforce.


Please note, this event is exclusive to our members.

Agenda
Agenda

  • 15:30 - 15:35

    Welcome Remarks

    Welcome Remarks

    Kendra Gaither, President, U.S.-Africa Business Center, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

    15:35 - 15:50

    Fireside Chat: Addressing Inequality through Public-Private Partnerships to address Youth Employment

    Fireside Chat: Addressing Inequality through Public-Private Partnerships to address Youth Employment

    The Honorable Wally Adeyemo, U.S. Deputy Secretary of the Treasury
    Kendra Gaither, President, U.S.-Africa Business Center, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

    15:50 - 16:10

    Panel Discussion: Models for Supporting Youth Engagement & Employment

    Panel Discussion: Models for Supporting Youth Engagement & Employment

    Kasthuri Soni, CEO, Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator
    Daylene van Buuren, Executive Director, City Year South Africa
    Leslie Marbury, Mission Director, USAID Mission to South Africa
    Moderator: Cynthia Griffin, Minister Counselor for Commercial Affairs,
    U.S. Embassy South Africa

    16:10 - 16:30

    Moderated Discussion

    Moderated Discussion

    Moderated by Kendra Gaither, President, U.S.-Africa Business Center, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

    16:30 - 16:40

    Closing Remarks

    Closing Remarks

    Michelle Constant, Chief Executive Officer, AmCham South Africa
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