Signa Opportunity Engages Youth and SMMEs at the Inaugural Soweto Tennis Cup

On 16th June 2025, Signa Opportunity honoured an invitation to the Inaugural Soweto Tennis Cup, hosted by the Soweto Tennis Association at the Arthur Ashe Tennis Centre and Moletsane Sports Complex. While the courts buzzed with youthful energy and competitive spirit, the event served more than just sport; it became a powerful platform for youth engagement, skills development, and partnership-building.

Our team used the opportunity to connect with a diverse group of young people, sharing valuable information about our YES (Youth Employment Service) Programme, Graduate Development Programme, and Internship opportunities. These initiatives are designed to bridge the gap between education and employment by offering structured work experience and mentorship, tailored to the needs of South Africa’s youth.

Importantly, the event sparked meaningful conversations with various SMMEs (Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises) in attendance. Many expressed a strong interest in collaborating with Signa Opportunity, and we received numerous requests from SMMEs to host YES candidates and explore longer-term partnerships. These conversations reaffirmed the critical role that local businesses play in addressing youth unemployment and how Signa Opportunity can support them in doing so, while helping them meet B-BBEE compliance and workforce development goals. We look forward to continuing the talks that began at this event and welcoming new partners who are eager to invest in the future workforce.

The Soweto Tennis Cup proved that when we come together, youth, community organisations, and business leaders, we can turn ordinary spaces into launchpads for opportunity.

We remain committed to building these bridges between youth and work, between business and impact, and between intent and action