To mark the start of October Transport Month, the Gauteng Provincial Government, in
partnership with the leading spirits company Diageo South Africa, presents an exciting
opportunity for disadvantaged young people of the province. To bridge the unemployment gap
and foster responsible attitudes towards alcohol use, this initiative takes a step further in
creating a prosperous and safer Gauteng.
According to recent statistics from Stats SA, the youth unemployment rate in South Africa
remains alarmingly high at 46.5 per cent in the first quarter of 2023. Additionally, alcohol
misuse continues to be a significant contributor to road accidents through drinking and
driving/walking.
In response to these pressing challenges, Diageo South Africa has joined forces with the
Office of the Premier of Gauteng, the Department of Roads and Transport, and the Department
of Economic Development to address these issues holistically and bring about positive
change.
Themed "Wrong Side of the Road," the campaign aims to assist youth with administrative fees
for securing learners’ licenses. To be considered, the participants need to be between the
ages of 17-34 years and should reside in TISH (Townships, Informal Settlements and Hostels)
in Gauteng.
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Media statement - Empowering Gauteng's Youth with Free Learners Licences-Promoting Responsible Driving and Creating Safer Roads.pdf
Published 2023/10/12 - 10:26
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