Baneng Naape

Baneng Naape

South Africa

Baneng is an aspiring Tax Specialist with a proven track record of participating in economy-wide debates, research and competitions. His in-depth knowledge and understanding of various socio-economic issues can be observed in classroom-discussions, public lectures and international forums. Notably, Baneng was part of the Top100 Future Leaders of South Africa 2017 and served as a Panelist at the World Youth Forum, Egypt. Notwithstanding, Baneng serves as the Country Director at the International Youth Society, the Country Ambassador at Global Youth Opportunities and an ordinary member at the International Youth Council. He strongly believes in youth empowerment and leadership and believes youth can achieve anything if given the opportunity. As they say, there is nothing for us without us. Governments should not work for the youth but work with the youth.