I am an international development practitioner and youth leader with extensive experience in programme design, stakeholder engagement, and multilateral cooperation within the BRICS, G20, and broader Global South frameworks. As Chairperson of the South African BRICS Youth Association (SABYA), I have led initiatives that connect young leaders with global platforms, including the BRICS Summer School, Model BRICS Simulation, and youth engagement at the G20/Y20.
My expertise lies in creating and managing programmes that foster collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, while empowering emerging leaders to actively contribute to global governance and development agendas. I am deeply committed to building
bridges between youth, policymakers, and institutions, ensuring that diverse voices are included in shaping solutions to shared challenges.
Raymond Matlala
Founder and Executive Chairman of South African BRICS Youth Association
South African BRICS Youth Association
SOUTH AFRICA
SOUTH AFRICA
About me
Project Management
BRICS, G20
Entrepreneurship
Education (Policy)
International relations
Youth development
Governance
And global policy processes
A successful completion of the Program would be
When both Mentor and mentee achieve mutual growth and impact. For the mentee, it means leaving the program with greater clarity, confidence, and practical tools to advance their goals. For me as a Mentor, success is seeing the mentee apply lessons in real-world contexts, demonstrate progress in their personal and professional journey, and build networks that sustain them beyond the program. to challenge themselves in order to grow.
My superpower
Building bridges between people and ideas
Qualities that are important in a Mentee
The most important qualities in a mentee are openness, commitment, and curiosity. A strong mentee is willing to learn, receptive to guidance, and eager