The small town of Kwa Dukuza has deep historical roots dating back to the 1800s and boasts legends including King Shaka Zulu, Chief Albert Luthuli and Mahatma Gandhi. Kwa Dukuza is filled with a rich history and is expected to continue to grow into a vibrant city competing in the global arena.
As intriguing and unique as this town is, it is not without its challenges that threaten its growth. One of the critical issues that Kwa Dukuza faces is the issues surrounding its youth. The youth in Kwa Dukuza are plagued with challenges ranging from alcohol and substance abuse to teenage pregnancy, unemployment, lack of skills, depression and suicide. While the government has attempted to address these issues, the government alone cannot solve these issues and assist every youth member in Kwa Dukuza.
Therefore, we have chosen to take a stand in a fight against these severe challenges. In order for us to do this, we have formed the Keen About Youth Center whose aim is to provide the youth of Kwa Dukuza with opportunities of various forms in order to address the many issues and challenges plaguing the town. In building this Center, the primary aim is to use the Youth Center chiefly for youth development in Kwa Dukuza as the town lacks such a facility that will provide youth development. As the youth living in Kwa Dukuza, we have had a great interest in caring for the lost and destitute. We have thus made it our goal to develop the local youth by being actively involved in youth development projects.
The KAY Centre will be a place that welcomes all of Kwa Dukuza’s youth, regardless of their racial, cultural or class distinctions. It will comprise of a Committee made up of Youth . It will be run on weekdays and include a range of exciting programmes for the young people ranging from sports and recreation, music and performing arts, personal development, academics, mentorships to social interaction. These programs will be headed by skilled individuals who have committed themselves to offering their expertise and skills in an attempt to not only develop young people but to also alleviate the challenges that Kwa Dukuza faces.
The Center has been registered as a Non-Profit Organization.