Africa Day celebration focuses on culture
The assistant director of regional communication of the Government Communication Information System, Khanyiso Seyisi, said the event embraced the culture and the resilience of Africans who are known for their strength.
Acting, singing and dancing were showcased at Tolomane Mnyayiza Youth Development Centre’s Africa Day celebration in Boboyi on Monday this week.
The assistant director of regional communication of the Government Communication Information System, Khanyiso Seyisi, said the department joined in because the institution focuses on upskilling students, especially the youth.
Also, he added the event embraced the culture and the resilience of Africans who are known for their strength.
“We want the youth to walk in the footsteps of our forefathers and to carry our culture and beliefs, and link those with our current lifestyle.”
A student at the centre, Nkazimulo Gcaba, said that they had planned a lot of activities.
“We want to showcase our history. Africa Day reminds us and teaches us to appreciate what our leaders fought for.”
Another student, Minenhle Mbuyeleni, said that for the youth, the day was enlightening, as it also showed where they come from as Africans.
“It reminds us that we are important. It’s also a huge opportunity for the youth because we are exposed to things that we didn’t know about.”
Mbuyeleni who is studying to be a professional cook said it’s her dream job. “One day, I will open my own restaurant and I will have a story to tell.”
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