The City of Cape Town is welcoming applications for the 2025 Junior City Council term. This prestigious, apolitical programme offers Grade 10 and 11 learners across the metropole a unique opportunity to grow as young leaders, make a meaningful contribution to their community, and gain an insider’s perspective on the workings of local government.
The Junior City Council programme is the most diverse and inclusive initiative, providing young people with a platform to represent Cape Town’s youth in decision-making spaces while developing essential skills, such as leadership, community project management, public speaking, and advocacy. Throughout the year-long programme, junior councillors will take part in a range of sessions, workshops, and excursions, learning how to read and contribute to the City’s budget, articulate the Integrated Development Plan (IDP), run impactful community projects, and address issues that are most relevant to Cape Town’s youth.
Successful applicants will have the opportunity to serve as City ambassadors, work alongside peers to develop and implement initiatives that positively impact their communities, and gain mentorship from City officials who are committed to empowering the next generation of leaders.
Alderman Felicity Purchase, the Speaker of the City Council, said: “The Junior City Council programme is a testament to our commitment to nurturing young leaders. We believe that by providing the youth with the tools and opportunities to engage with local government, we are building a stronger, more inclusive future for Cape Town.”
Applications are open to all Grade 10 and 11 learners for the 2025 academic year.
To apply, learners must complete the online application form. Applications close on Wednesday 31 December 2024, and applicants should ensure they are in Cape Town from Monday 27 to Friday 31 January 2025 for in-person interviews.
All eligible learners are invited to seize this incredible opportunity to represent Cape Town’s youth, make a difference, and be part of a programme that shapes the future leaders of the city.
For more information, visit https://www.capetown.gov.za/Family%20and%20home/Meet-the-City/city-council/junior-city-council.
