Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year Americorps members, students, partners and alumni.
Get a behind the scenes look at our recruitment process with Recruit Officer Esau Raditsela.
Read the storyHear from a service leader why the hard work of City Year South Africa is all worth it.
Read the storyHow a service leader got her learner to look up from his books and ask for help.
Read the storyCity Year South Africa honors its connection to President Nelson Mandela through service.
Read the storyCity Year South Africa Executive Director Daylene van Buuren was selected as an Obama Leader for the 2019 Africa programme.
Read the storySeventy-two young people receive their red jacket, the City Year South Africa signature uniform piece that is earned through commitment…
Read the storyLearn how a service leader helped to unleash his learners’ potential through trust and patience.
Read the storyRead about how a service leader teaches his learner to be his own hero.
Read the storyLearn how City Year South Africa’s Amathuba Internship Programme helps young people transition from service to career.
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