APRIL 2025| ISSUE 01 A VOICE FOR THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS A season of new beginnings “Every day is a fresh start, a blank canvas to paint upon.” —Craig Sager Meet the new YPLF Special shoutout to the IAC and APC candidates Office matters 09 May 2025 MAGAZINE
4 #ForumFocus 5 A season of new beginnings 8 A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step The 411 of YPLF Meet the new YPLF team Meet our first year YPs 19 Advice to the YPs 20 Spotlight on the BUNC team 24 Motivation corner 25 A share of wisdom Appreciating the engine of the BU The power of words Hall of fame Honouring the IAC and APC candidates 27 29 Finding the calm beyond 8.2 30 1 Spotlight fame Security clearance A closer look at our new Executive Secretary Work-life balance Doing the right thing
Magazine Editor-in-Chief Makgotso Mofokeng Assistant Editor(s) Mokgadi Ramotlou Ndomelele Tshisa Special Contributors Bakang Moraladi, Ndomelele Tshisa, Tshepiso Malebati, Fortunate Malema About the Team Fortunate Malema Responsible for the academic portfolio Mokgadi Ramotlou Motivation corner Bakang Moraladi Communication: current affairs Tshepiso Malebati Responsible for the academic portfolio 4 Daventry Street, Lynnwood Bridge Office Park, Lynnwood Manor, Pretoria (National C) 2
MATTER WHAT THE WEATHER, ALWAYS BRING YOUR OWN SUNSHINE. ANTHONY J. D'ANGELO Letter from the Editor This issue was created with hope, heart, and a belief in the power of stories. Inside, you’ll find courage, curiosity, and a celebration of growth in all its forms. We hope it reminds you that your story matters too and that your voice has a place here. In every role we step into, whether as YPs, leaders, or change makers, one truth remains, growth doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens in communities like ours, where voices are heard, talents are nurtured, and well-being is valued just as much as achievement. This edition celebrates the strength of young professionals who lead not just with ambition, but with empathy. You’ll find stories of resilience, practical tips for balancing pressure with purpose, and reminders that taking care of yourself is part of leading well. Makgotso M. Editor-in-Chief 3
To keep everyone on the loop with the current developments and to broaden the colleagues' perspective on different issues, the YPLF will be introducing the Debate club for the YPs. As we continue to grow and adapt in an ever-changing professional environment, fostering skills like critical thinking, effective communication, and collaborative problem-solving has never been more important. This team will play a pivotal role in sharpening these abilities within our organization. 📨 Be on the lookout for that 4
YPLF team Here’s to creating change, building each other up and redefining what leadership truly means. #YoungLeaders #LeadershipInAction #Empowerment 5
Meet the Deputy Chairperson of the YPLF. A passionate footballer who loves Orlando Pirates, Real Madrid and Manchester United. Makgotso Mofokeng Mokgadi Ramotlou Meet the Secretary of the YPLF. She loves dancing-even if her best moves happen while she’s sitting down 😂 Meet the Chairperson of the YPLF. She’s a soccer fanatic, her favourite teams are Orlando Pirates and Man United. She believes in kindness and compassion. 6
Meet the Social Portfolio leader. He’s a die hard supporter of Manchester United and Orlando Pirates 🏴☠️ Tshepiso Malebati Meet the Academic Portfolio leader. Her guilty pleasure is vanilla ice cream with jelly babies 🍦 Fortunate Malema Meet the Academic Portfolio leader. Something interesting about him is that he loves farming 7 🐏
YEAR YPS The future in action! THEY ARRIVE WITH FRESH IDEAS, BOLD CURIOSITY, AND A HUNGER TO CONTRIBUTE MEANINGFULLY TO AGSA’S MANDATE. 8
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