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SUMMARY:Collectively Growing Township Economies: An opportunity to create bridges between the formal and township economy
DESCRIPTION:Persistent and increasingly high levels of youth unemployment in South Africa present one of the greatest obstacles to achieving equitable and inclusive economic growth. Given the scale of the challenges and the current economic context\, youth unemployment will not be solved through labour absorption in the formal sector alone. Growing our Township Economies is vital for creating entry-level learning and employment opportunities for young people where they live\, and also to upskill marginalised youth who lack formal post-school education\, with the skills that will enhance employability. \nThe Installation\, Repair and Maintenance (IRM) Initiative seeks to expand learning and employment opportunities for young people in a variety of artisanal fields. In order to achieve this\, the National Business Initiative (NBI) has focussed on identifying and growing entrepreneurial artisanal enterprises in township communities\, through enterprise development\, skills development and market access\, on the proviso that they train and employ young skilled IRM workers. The scope of IRM enterprises could include Manufacturers\, Plumbers\, Electricians\, General Maintenance\, Domestic Appliance Repairers\, Autobody Repairers\, Cellphone Repairers and others. \nThe NBI invites you to attend a virtual event where we will present our IRM Township Hub Programme through which companies in the formal sector can derive value and engage with township-based IRM enterprises to increase opportunities for enterprise growth and employment. \nThe first two hubs are being established in Ekurhuleni\, Gauteng and iLembe\, KZN with the aim to roll these out in township communities across the country\, over the next 5 years. \nWe look forward to your attendance\, as well as to your valuable input. \nPlease click here to RSVP. \n\n\n                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n        Water security is no longer a future concern\, it is already affecting communities\, businesses\, cities\, economies and ecosystems. As pressure on water systems grows\, organisations need credible and practical ways to respond beyond their own operations. This is where water stewardship becomes critical     \n\n\n\n        \n        Join the National Business Initiative (NBI)\, in partnership with the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS)\, for a thought leadership webinar exploring the newly launched AWS Standard Version 3.0 the global benchmark for credible water stewardship.     \n\n        \n                    \n                    \n\n        \n                \n        \n    \n    \n        \n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n        Building on the NBI’s early 2025 Thought Leadership Session\, which introduced the AWS Standard and the CEO Water Mandate’s Net Positive Water Impact (NPWI) Ambition Guide\, this session will explore how the AWS Standard Version 3.0 can help organisations move from ambition to practical action\, strengthening water management and supporting lasting impact for people\, nature and economies.     \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n        Participants will gain insights into: \n\nThe revised AWS Standard Version 3.0\nHow water stewardship can support utilities\, cities\, industries and other organisations\nSouth Africa’s water security challenges\nPractical examples of collective action and implementation\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Speakers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        \nGarth Barnes: Programme Manager: Environment & Society\, National Business Initiative (NBI)\nFaith Lawrence (PhD): Head of Strategic Partnerships & Policy Engagement\, Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS)\nTyler Farrow: Standards Manager\, Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS)\nHelen Seyler: Technical Consulting Director\, ERM\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event Details:            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        \nDate: Thursday\, 09 July 2026\nTime: 15h00 – 16h30 (SAST)\nPlatform: Online via Zoom\n    \n\n\n\n        \n        Join us to explore how the AWS Standard 3.0 can help organisations respond to today’s water challenges and create lasting positive impact for people\, nature\, and economies.     \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/collectively-growing-township-economies-an-opportunity-to-create-bridges-between-the-formal-and-township-economy/
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