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MOT South Africa Country Director Recognised as Influential Businesswoman 2026

MOT South Africa is proud to share exciting news: our Country Director, Viola Manuel, has been recognised by Acquisition International’s Influential Businesswoman Awards 2026 as Most Influential Businesswoman in Youth Development & Education 2026 (South Africa). This prestigious international recognition celebrates women leaders who are driving meaningful change, leading with purpose, and making a measurable […]

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Exciting Conversations in Nairobi, Kenya

MOT SA Country Director Viola Manuel, together with Brian Dalton, MOT SA Master, recently spent time in Nairobi, Kenya, engaging with local partners and stakeholders as part of an exploratory visit focused on learning, connection and future possibilities. During the visit, they met with a range of stakeholders across education, civil society and the public […]

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MOT Youth Blogger of the Month: Bilquees Muller

Meet Bilquees Muller, a passionate Young MOTivator from our partnering school, Gardens Commercial High School. Bilquees began her MOT journey in 2022, and since then, MOT has played a powerful role in shaping her confidence, purpose, and outlook on life. Through MOT, she found her voice, discovered her strength, and learned what it truly means […]

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MOT SA Empowers Youth with Life Skills at JP21 Foundation Winter Programme 2026

We were truly honoured to partner once again with the JP21 Foundation during their Winter Programme this April at Hyacinth Primary School in Mitchell’s Plain. Coming together for this programme felt especially meaningful, as both organisations share the same heart for supporting young people and creating spaces where they feel safe, seen, and encouraged to […]

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MOT Coaches’ Basic Education for Schools & TVET Colleges – Sixth Training for 2026

MOT South Africa is proud to reflect on the successful hosting of our sixth MOT Coaches’ Training for 2026, a combined training that brought together high school and TVET college educators for a truly enriching and collaborative learning experience. This training also included a MOT refresher, strengthening the foundation of existing coaches while welcoming new […]

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MOT Coaches’ Basic Education for Schools – Fifth one for 2026!

We are proud to share that MOT South Africa has successfully hosted our fifth MOT Coaches Training of 2026, this time in Burgersdorp, Eastern Cape, and what a special experience it was. We proudly welcome a new cohort of dedicated MOT Coaches from Burgersdorp who have stepped forward to make a lasting difference in the […]

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MOT Coaches’ Basic Education for TVET Colleges – Fourth one for 2026!

We are proud and excited to share that we have now successfully hosted our fourth MOT Coaches Basic Education of 2026, and what a meaningful journey it has already been this year! This school-focused training, made possible through the generous sponsorship of Positive Behaviour Intervention & Resource Centre (PBIRC) and the continued support of the […]

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MOT Coaches’ Basic Education for Schools – Third one for 2026!

MOT South Africa proudly hosted its third MOT Coaches Basic Education training of the year, a powerful three-day experience sponsored by Positive Behaviour Intervention & Resource Centre (PBIRC) and supported by the Western Cape Education Department (WCED). This training brought together passionate educators and change-makers committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of […]

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MOT Coaches’ Basic Education for TVET Colleges – Second one for 2026!

MOT South Africa hosted its second MOT Coaches’ Basic Education for the year! The training focused on equipping educators to support Robust Youth aged 16–35 at TVET Colleges, with a strong emphasis on mental well-being, resilience, and life skills. Educators from different parts of the country came together with a shared goal: to better understand […]

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