Impact Stories

Today, we celebrate the power, passion and possibility of South Africa’s youth. At the Anglo American Foundation, we believe young people are not just the future. They are the changemakers of today.

Aliados de Impacto is unlocking capital and collaboration to put purpose at the heart of Peru’s economy.

Over the past 18 months, we have partnered with Scout Impact to explore how AI can strengthen programme learning, test assumptions, and generate evidence that supports both strategic and operational decisions.

Together with partners RLabs, TechnoServe, GreenCape, and Scout Impact, we set out to co-design the Circular Economy Programme that connects reclaimers, small businesses, and corporate partners, developing a solution that unlocks opportunities and capital across the green value chain.

Arequipa became the stage for “Impulsando Voluntades,” when Ikigai brought together youth leaders from across Peru to spark conversations on youth-led volunteerism and civic engagement.

In the heart of Cape Town’s townships, where challenges often overshadow opportunity, a quiet revolution is underway. Reconstructed Living Labs (RLabs) is not just an organisation. It is a movement, a home, and a launchpad for young people who dare to dream. Born from the belief that hope is contagious, RLabs puts that philosophy into action, empowering youth to shape their own stories and redefine the future of their communities.

We spoke to two distinguished Zambian research advocates, Mweshi (Charmaine) Chibangulula and Rita Maxwell, Slynn Foundation fellows who embarked on a transformative three-week journey at London's Royal Courts of Justice.

From unemployment and underemployment to climate change and the rise of a mental health crisis, young South Africans often face a system that can feel stacked against them. Read about the power and potential of youth this Youth Day 2024.