I wish someone had really sat me down and told me just how much of a whirlwind university would be. People mentioned it, sure. But I didn’t realise how much resilience it would demand from every area of my life — especially as a recovering people-pleaser. University life bursts open with opportunity. New friends. New freedom. New invitations. It’s tempting to say yes to everything — every club, every party, […]
Moving from home to campus is exhilarating. New freedom. New faces. New opportunities. But for many first-year students, it also means leaving behind a built-in support system — family dinners, childhood friends, youth leaders who know your story. And when the excitement settles, the absence can feel real. Thriving at university isn’t just about passing exams. It’s about building a community that strengthens you spiritually, emotionally, and socially. “You were […]
Let’s be honest — this conversation isn’t going away. We live in a hyperconnected world where our devices are alarm clocks, offices, entertainment hubs, prayer playlists, and social lifelines. The global village sits in our pockets. And while technology is a gift, it can quietly become a weight. Endless notifications. Social media pressures. Constant comparison. Digital noise that never quite switches off. Sometimes we don’t realise how overwhelmed we are […]
We live in a world that applauds the loud, the viral, and the visibly successful. Milestones get the spotlight. Highlight reels get the applause. But what about the quiet victories — the ones no one claps for? As teens and young adults navigating faith, friendships, studies, work, and identity, it’s often the unseen wins that shape us most deeply. The early morning you chose prayer over scrolling. The moment you […]
More Than a Date on the Calendar Every year on 11 February, the world pauses to mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science—a day established by the United Nations in 2015 to confront gender inequality in science and technology. Yet, just three days before Valentine’s Day, it is often quietly overshadowed. And perhaps that tells us something. In South Africa, women account for roughly 43–50% of STEM […]
2025 is drawing to a close, and some of us will most probably make New Year’s resolutions, deciding who and what stays behind in 2025 and who and what makes it to the new year. One of the places that usually goes through the culling process is our relationships – platonic and otherwise. Friendships are such a huge part of our lives, especially when we’re figuring out who we are […]
With the recent G20 summit our country has recently hosted, the question for the nation’s youth is straightforward: what stance should you adopt moving forward? The G20’s ambitious agenda on economic recovery, climate action, and social justice sets a global tone, but real progress depends on active participation beyond the summit halls. “Youth aren’t just participants in the future — they are the watchdogs of the present.” Is This Conversation […]
Hey fam! So, you brush your teeth every morning, right? You wouldn’t skip a shower for a week and expect to smell like roses. So why treat your digital life any differently? Welcome to the world of digital hygiene - the art (and science) of keeping your online life as fresh, clean, and safe as your morning routine. Think of it as flossing for your files and washing your windows […]
Let’s be real: the world isn’t slowing down for any of us. Tech is evolving like it’s on espresso, industries are flipping on their heads, and new skills pop up almost overnight. If you’ve ever felt like you're running just to stand still, you’re not alone. That’s why continuous learning isn't just some corporate buzzword—it’s a lifeline. And honestly? It can be pretty exciting once you make it your friend. […]
I Am Youth web radio is the go-to platform for today’s young adults. Our team of young, charismatic influencers is based in South Africa. We produce high-quality content on TikTok social media and YouTube. Our primary goal is to infiltrate the spaces that young people already occupy.
