PODCAST: Johannesburg’s junior mayor race put youth mental health and civic duty centre stage
Two Johannesburg teenagers campaign for junior mayor, putting youth mental health, civic duty and equal opportunity at the centre of their visions for the city.
In Johannesburg, two teenage candidates, Ronewa Mulaudzi and Ndivhuho Nthangeni, campaigned for the junior mayor position, bringing attention to youth mental health, civic duty, and equal opportunity. As South Africa’s local government elections approach, this race has given young citizens a chance to voice their concerns. Mulaudzi’s campaign, named RISE, focused on mental health and inspired students to help an orphanage through volunteer work.
Nthangeni’s campaign, SOW, emphasized safety, opportunity, and wellness, aiming to address issues like poverty and violence in his community. Both candidates faced mental health struggles and panic attacks during their campaigns. Although they cannot vote yet, their efforts highlight the need for young people to take an active role in shaping their city’s future.
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