Creating Hope Africa presents the 

Velddrif 2911 Youth Conference 2026

Skills Development & Employment Opportunities

Creating Hope Africa invites unemployed youth from Velddrif, Laaiplek, Noordhoek, and Dwarskersbos to attend the Velddrif 29:11 Youth Skills Development & Employment Opportunities Conference.

This conference is designed to connect young people with industry experts, universities, colleges, entrepreneurs, and opportunity providers who will share valuable information on career pathways, skills development, and employment opportunities.

Attendees will have the chance to explore opportunities in:

• ICT

• Digital Marketing

• Tourism and Hospitality

• Marine Industries

• Somatology

• Entrepreneurship

• Agriculture

• And many more

Special highlights

🗣️ Keynote Address by ​Ambassador Ruby Marks (Ambassador to Benin, Activist and Leader)

🛳️ Opportunities and recruitment in the Cruise line sector by MSC & Shosholoza Ocean Academy (Learn more about the MSC applications here: creatinghopeafrica.com/post/msc-cruises-recruitment) 🚀 Virtual Visit from NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

💪 Motivational Address by Nico Pampier-Carrington (Researcher and UN Youth Representative for South Africa)

ℹ️ Exhibition of stands with representatives from many partners, including West Coast College, Western Cape Community College and more!

🏆 Announcement of 30 Selected Applicants for the 2911 Youth Accelerator Programme

🎁 Gifts & snacks for all attendees!

Whether you are still figuring out your next step or actively looking for work, this conference is an opportunity to improve your skills, explore career pathways, and access employment opportunities.

Registration

Registration is compulsory, and space is limited to 300 youth only.

Register via this link: www.creatinghopeafrica.com/youthconference-2026/registration

Or register in person at the Velddrif Youth Café

In partnership with Bergrivier Municipality, Bergrivier Tourism, CPUT, Velddrif Youth Cafe, MSC & Shosholoza Ocean Academy