Umthombo Youth Development Foundation
Author: Umthombo Youth Development Foundation (UYDF)
As the year draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect with immense gratitude on what we have achieved through the generous support of our Corporate, Foundation and Individual donors.
Their support has enabled us to provide top-up funding to 210 students who have also benefited greatly from the guidance of our dedicated, passionate and experienced mentors. We’re grateful that our students have taken their studies seriously, worked hard and given their best, which will hopefully be reflected in a strong set of results across the board.
Despite the ongoing moratorium on the employment of healthcare professionals by the Department of Health, we are pleased to share that the majority of our graduates have successfully secured employment. They are making a meaningful contribution to the greater good of our country, which is a testament to their resilience and dedication.
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your steadfast moral support of our work. A special thank you goes to those who contribute in their personal capacity—your generosity and belief in our mission inspire us to do more.
Looking ahead, we plan to support 210 students again next year. We anticipate selecting approximately 30 new students, as we expect 26 of our current students to complete their studies this year. Once the universities release the official results, typically around mid-January, we will provide you with an update.
As the festive season approaches, may I take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas. For those fortunate enough to take a break, I hope it is filled with joy, rest, and peace. We are also taking a well-deserved break, with our offices closing on 13th December and reopening on 7th January.
Thank you once again for your invaluable support. Wishing you a Christ-filled Christmas and a prosperous New Year.