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On 16 June 2026, Burgersdorp came alive with energy, colour, and purpose as young people, educators, partners, and community members gathered for the Voices of Courage 2026 – Eastern Cape event, hosted by MOT South Africa, in partnership with the Department of Health and proudly powered by Scatec.
The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the Voices of Courage March, as hundreds of young people took to the streets of Burgersdorp, walking together in solidarity, celebration, and reflection.
What made the march so powerful was not only the movement itself, but the energy behind it, the singing, dancing, the conversations, the banners, which were proudly made by the youth themselves, and the sense of pride in being part of something bigger. The march set the tone for everything that followed, grounding the day in lived experience and COURAGE.
Participants arrived at the Town Hall to a warm welcome and an uplifting performance that immediately carried the spirit of the march into the programme space. Participants were encouraged to pause and think about the meaning of the day, not only as a commemoration, but as a reminder of responsibility, resilience, and possibility.
One of the most meaningful moments of the day was the Courage Wall and Pledge Ceremony, where young people were invited to write down their personal commitments, hopes, and declarations of courage.
It was a powerful shift from reflection to action, a moment where words became intention, and intention became promise.
Voices of Courage was a reminder that when young people come together, their voices carry real power.
From the streets of Burgersdorp to the Town Hall, the message was clear, young people are not only the future, they are active contributors to change right now.
Thank you to every young person, partner, educator, volunteer, and stakeholder who made this day possible. Your presence helped create something meaningful, memorable, and deeply impactful.
Together, we continue building a warmer and safer society.
Read more about our Voices of Courage event 2026 in Western Cape here
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