

Business type:
Feedlot
SJ Unlimited
Investment
Applied:
May 2020
(Cycle 6)


Business type: Pine and Gum Tree Harvesting
November 2019 (Cycle 4)


Investments
Applied:
May 2020
(Cycle 6)


Business type:
Hydraulic Service Provision
Applied: November 2019 (Cycle 4)





Welcome
YERF is a business support mechanism established for youth between the ages of 18 – 35 years, aimed at contributing to the reduction of youth unemployment through the provision of business capital for qualifying individuals, associations and companies.



Our Mission
To Provide Development Finance and Support to Eswatini’s Youth, Thus Fostering Their Inclusive Economic Participation Through Innovative, Accessible, and Sustainable Entrepreneurship Development.



Our Vision
To be a Leading and Innovative Economically Empowering Financial Institution for the Youth in Eswatini.


Business type:
Feedlot
SJ Unlimited
Investment
Applied:
May 2020
(Cycle 6)







Welcome
YERF is a business support mechanism established for youth between the ages of 18 – 35 years, aimed at contributing to the reduction of youth unemployment through the provision of business capital for qualifying individuals, associations and companies.



Our Mission
To Provide Development Finance and Support to Eswatini’s Youth, Thus Fostering Their Inclusive Economic Participation Through Innovative, Accessible, and Sustainable Entrepreneurship Development.



Our Vision
To be a Leading and Innovative Economically Empowering Financial Institution for the Youth in Eswatini.

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YERF Statistics From 2018 Up-to 2023
Meet The New Board


Mr. Sifiso Dhlamini



Prince Mlayeto G. Dlamini



Mr. Mncedisi Nxumalo



Mr. Banele Manyatsi



Ms. Nomfuneko Ntshangase



Ms. Tebesutfu Magagula



Mr. Xolani Shongwe



Pasha Zwane



Mr. Mandla Nkambule


Chairperson
Mr. Sifiso Dhlamini
Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Media Studies and Politics
Mr. Dhlamini’s areas of expertise include corporate communications, marketing, media, and public relations.



Principal Secretary
Prince Mlayeto G. Dlamini
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Mr. Dlamini’s area of expertise covers policy development and management, budget development, and administration. Public / Community relations.



Board Member
Mr. Mncedisi Nxumalo
B.Com Degree in IS & Technology
Mr. Nxumalo’s area of expertise involves Finance, IT-related functions, and Supply Chain Management. His passion is the development of Emaswati.



Board Member
Mr. Banele Manyatsi
Associate Degree in Tourism and Customer Service.
Mr Manyatsi is a multi-skilled professional with work experience in tourism, research, and banking.



Board Member
Ms. Nomfuneko Ntshangase
A qualified Environmental & Development Specialist
Ms. Ntshangase’s expertise includes stakeholder management, with vast experience in entrepreneurship.



Board Member
Ms. Tebesutfu Magagula
Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB)
Ms. Magagula has been exposed to court litigation in the Magistrate Court. Has an interest in Youth Empowerment.



Board Member
Mr. Xolani Shongwe
B.Com Degree in Accounting & Finance, ACCA
Mr. Xolani Shongwe is a passionate registered Accountant with EIA, and currently pursuing a qualification as a CA.



Board Member
Pasha Zwane
BSc. Animal science & Msc. Agriculture Economics
Has an Msc. Agriculture Economics from NPUST in Taiwan, a Bsc. Animal Science from the University of Eswatini and holds a Management Development Programme Certificate from the University of Stellenbosch. She has participated in several consultancy jobs inclusive of FAO, AUIBR, ILRI, amongst others, and has had membership in various associations and steering committees, and collectively possesses over 9 years of working experience.



Board Member
Mr. Mandla Nkambule
CA (UK ACCA), Mphil Dev. Finance, B Com & Dip. Accounting
Mr. Nkambule’s area of expertise covers auditing and risk management, strategic sourcing and procurement, systems designs, and management process.
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Contact Us
- Lilunga House, 4th Floor,
Somhlolo Road,
Mbabane,
Eswatini