What is Ydf in Botswana?

Youth Development Fund (YDF) is a socio-economic programme for start-ups and expanding businesses. YDF was introduced in the financial year 2009/10 as an economic empowerment programme meant to assist aspiring youth to venture into various economic enterprises funded at 50% loan & 50% grant.

How can I get Youth Fund in Kenya?

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  1. The group must have a valid registration certificate from the relevant government body.
  2. Group membership must not be less than 5.
  3. Group Membership must be at least 70% youth (18-34 years), and leadership, 100% youth.

Who is a youth in Botswana?

Youth in Botswana is defined as a person aged from 12 to 35 years (Ministry of Youth, Sport and Culture, 2010). This age group is amongst the most vulnerable populations particularly when it comes to HIV/AIDS, poverty, lack of education and unemployment (Molefe, 2013).

When was Ydf established?

June 16, 1999
The Youth Development Fund (YDF) was established on June 16, 1999, a year after His Majesty The Fourth Druk Gyalpo commanded that a youth fund be established. YDF registered itself as a Civil Society Organisation in July 2010.

What is youth development program?

Youth development is a process that prepares a young person to meet the challenges of adolescence and adulthood and achieve his or her full potential. Youth development is promoted through activities and experiences that help youth develop social, ethical, emotional, physical, and cognitive competencies.

How do you qualify for youth Fund?

YEDF Minimum Qualifications A group must possess a valid registration certificate from a relevant government body. A group has to have members that exceed 5. The group should have at least 70% of its members within the youth bracket (18 to 34 years) and 100% of the leaders should be youth.

Can an individual apply for youth Fund?

You can either apply as an Individual or a group. All you need to do is to visit your respective constituency/sub-county Youth offices.

What is youth development funds?

The Fund seeks to create employment opportunities for young people through entrepreneurship and encouraging them to be job creators and not job seekers. It does this by providing easy and affordable financial and business development support services to youth who are keen on starting or expanding businesses.

What is the youth fund?

The Youth Fund provides easy and cheap loans to young entrepreneurs including those engaged in production of cultural goods and services The Fund seeks to create employment opportunities for young people through entrepreneurship and encouraging them to be job creators and not job seekers.

How do I register for Youth Empowerment Program?

Start now, simply login to www.pyes.gov.ng and apply online. Do not hesitate to register/apply for the 2022 Presidential Youth Empowerment Scheme (PYES). The application process is just so easy. Thousands of Nigerians have already began to register for the programme and as such, you are encouraged to do so immediately.