Kgatelopele Youth Lead the Way at Well-Being Camp

From June 13 to 15, 2025, a group of young community leaders known as the Kgatelopele Activators hosted a powerful three-day Well-Being Camp at Danielskuil Intermediate Primary School. The camp brought together 30 local youth and school learners for a weekend focused on wellness, leadership, and real-life challenges facing young people in the area. 

Each day was carefully planned to engage participants physically, mentally, and emotionally. The weekend kicked off with an evening check-in and welcome session, setting the tone for a safe, open space.  

Saturday’s full-day program opened with an address from the school principal and continued with a variety of interactive sessions. Topics ranged from mental wellness, gender-based violence (facilitated by KSDF), and teen pregnancy (with Love Life), to civic education and career guidance. REAP, Youth Coordinators, and Activate leaders helped deliver sessions through games, discussions, and outdoor activities. 

The day closed with a heartfelt “Tell My Story” Session and a lively talent show highlighting the creativity and resilience of the participants. On Sunday, the camp wrapped up with a group reflection, evaluation, and a collective pledge to keep pushing forward despite life’s challenges.

As a youth-led initiative, the Well-Being Camp stands as a powerful example of what’s possible when young people are given the tools and space to lead. The Kgatelopele Activators graduates of the Activate Leadership programme used this platform as part of their community impact efforts. 

The Activate Change Drivers training is central to the Trust’s strategy. It’s not just leadership skills; it’s a deliberate investment in local capacity, community leadership, and long-term change. By empowering youth to lead, plan, and execute projects, the Trust reinforces all of its strategic pillars. 

When asked what his hope for the Youth is, Timothy Plaaitjie had to say; “For them to get well mentally”  

Onthatile Kgaladi from Lime Acres had this to say when asked what the youth need; “Encouragement from their community leaders such as Pastors and Mayors, support from their Parents and unity (to be able to support one another). 

Lesedi Solar Park Trust was honoured to attend and support the event on Saturday. The camp addressed serious issues like school dropouts, substance abuse, and GBV in a way that was both honest and hopeful. This is the kind of grassroots leadership our communities need, and these young leaders are showing us the way.