Thatego Phala

For Thatego Phala, leadership begins with listening. Whether contributing to youth policy, advocating for economic inclusion or pursuing a career in law, he believes meaningful change starts by giving young people a seat at the table. As a member of the South African Institute of International Affairs's youth policy committee, Phala, 19, works in the socio-economic development working group, where he helps shape policy on youth unemployment, entrepreneurship and technology-driven innovation....