Soweto East Initiative Cooperation Circle (CC) was formed by passionate youth who sought to engage other young people in the community towards development and alternative means to create income and promote cohesion among the many ethnic groups living in the community. They aim to promote the wellbeing of the members of people in Kibera by equipping and encouraging youth to be independent and responsible members of the society. They enthusiastically work to create equal opportunities of exposure and employment for youth. The group runs five main programs: 1. Economic Empowerment; 2. Talent Nurturing; 3. Health; 4. Education; 5. Environment. CC members particularly enjoy their Talent Nurturing program, where they organize a monthly event called “Talanta Mauzo,” which loosely translates to Talent Exhibition. They host youth, especially ones from different slums, who showcase their talent within a selected theme such as peacebuilding. They have also joined partner organizations in environmental clean-ups. They work toward building a stable platform for youth to serve their communities according to their gifts and respective interests.
