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    MOVE WITH PURPOSE · BUILD AFRICA’S FUTURE

    100 Million Kilometres for 100,000 People—and New Pathways into the Future of Work

    Register for R25. Move in your chosen sport. Add your kilometres to a shared continental goal—and help young people gain relevant skills for a changing economy.

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    33.6%South Africa’s official unemployment rate

    Q2 2026, with 8.5 million people unemployed.

    47.4%South African youth unemployment

    Young people carry a disproportionate share of limited opportunity.

    −0.2%South African quarterly GDP growth

    The economy contracted in Q2 2026 after six quarters of growth.

    ≈7%Africa’s modelled unemployment rate

    A lower headline rate can conceal informal, insecure and low-productivity work.

    THE CHALLENGE BEHIND THE CHALLENGE

    Economic growth is not creating enough pathways into secure work

    Sub-Saharan African growth is projected at about 4.1% in 2026, but rapid population growth, structural constraints and limited fiscal space mean that growth does not automatically become enough quality jobs. South Africa’s growth remains especially weak, with the World Bank projecting only 1.4% for 2026.

    This initiative turns everyday movement into visible social impact. Your kilometres build momentum; part of your registration and every voluntary sponsorship help fund practical learning opportunities.

    SKILLS FOR REAL ECONOMIC TRANSITIONS

    Learning is directed toward fields shaping future work

    01

    Artificial intelligence

    Practical AI literacy, responsible use, data thinking, automation and governance.

    02

    Renewable energy

    Solar, wind, storage, grid integration and the capabilities required for a just transition.

    03

    ESG

    Environmental, social and governance skills that connect strategy, performance, reporting and accountability.

    04

    Digital energy systems

    Blockchain applications in grids, demand management, smart metering, data assurance and cybersecurity.

    HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION WORKS

    One registration. Seven sports. Measurable impact.

    1. Register once for R25WooCommerce manages account registration or member login, and PayFast processes payment.
    2. Choose how you moveWalk, run, cycle, swim, hike, row or paddle, or take part through adaptive sport.
    3. Record your progressTrack distance, time, personal trends and your contribution to 100 million kilometres.
    4. Help fund opportunity50% of the R25 registration fee supports the learner fund. You may add a voluntary student sponsorship of R25, R50, R75, R100 or R125.
    GROW THE MOVEMENT

    Refer a member and earn R5

    When somebody registers through your unique referral link and the payment qualifies, you earn a R5 referral commission. Choose a qualifying weekly payout, accumulate your balance or donate it to the AI bursary fund.

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    TRUSTED DELIVERY

    Managed by an accredited training provider

    Next Step Academy is an accredited training provider. The learning, funding administration, progress monitoring and impact reporting will be managed by professionally registered staff with experience in governance, risk, assurance, ESG, energy transition and digital transformation.

    Campaign reporting will distinguish registrations, reported kilometres, verified kilometres, money allocated, bursaries awarded, qualifications started and qualifications completed.

    Move for your health. Move for opportunity. Move Africa forward.

    Your R25 starts your challenge. Your kilometres strengthen the shared goal. Your sponsorship can help a learner take the next step.

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