Developing the Next Generation of Innovators
Welcome to Suff Academy
SUFF Academy was established on the 26 September 2009, in partnership with Tvibit Youth Culture House and the Nordic Youth Film Festival as a youth development organisation.
OUR VISION: To be one of the leading youth development organisations within South Africa with an international footprint.
OUR MISSION: To Develop the Next Generation of Innovators
Sign Up Near You
Our programs are primarily run from our Youth Cafés in George, Oudtshoorn, Riversdale, and Uniondale, with remote training available in nearby towns. We currently serve the entire Garden Route and Central Karoo regions and are expanding our reach across the Western Cape.
Friendly Teams
Our team is made up of passionate and dynamic young people committed to empowering and uplifting the youth through impactful programs and initiatives.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Dare to make the impossible possible!
Don’t be afraid to fail!
Dare to make a difference and change the world!
Never forget where you come from!
Be sure to review and encourage other!
Why We Are The Best?
SUFF Academy empowers young people with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities needed to thrive. We offer top-tier training in entrepreneurship, digital skills, and career development, ensuring youth gain hands-on experience and industry-relevant expertise. Through strong partnerships, we provide mentorship, networking, and real-world learning.
Our inclusive programs make life-changing opportunities accessible to all, especially the most vulnerable. With expert trainers, innovative resources, and tailored support, SUFF Academy stands out as a leader in youth empowerment. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a young professional, SUFF Academy is your gateway to success and a brighter future.
2025 Project Outputs
Suff Academy
National & Regional Impact Outputs
Create national and regional dialogues, social innovation challenges and other events across the region to develop 21sr century digital skills, foster social entrepreneurship, provide leadership training opportunities, and raise awareness about the SDG's, all for young people in the African contineent.
Youth Employment Alliances
Youth Empowerment Alliances to support young entrepreneurs - particularly young women and marginalised youth from undeserved communities - by connecting them with resources, mentors, partners and other in-kind support to develop their ideas into viable business models for sustainable social impact.
Advocacy for Youth-Orientated Policies
Youth-orientated and youth friendly policies, being developed and adopted, on a national and regional level through though leadership and multi-stakeholder platform for engagement, especially engaging with national level agencies and institutions to ensure no youth is left behind
Action-Orientated Research for Informed Engagement
Action-orientated research that informs and improves all aspects of engagement with the youth participants. Better programme delivery, greater awareness of challenges, improved understanding of core thematic areas affecting youth like Climate Change, Gender Inclusivity, Marginalzation, Digital Disruption and more.
Keys for training days
Bring your A-game!
01.
Respect
Value everybody
02.
Bravery
Believe in yourself
03.
Dedication
Commit to the task at hand
04.
Breath
Give yourself a break
05.
Add Value
Always over-deliver
06.
Team Work
We instead of me
07.
Have fun
Don’t be too serious
08.
Celebrate
Take a moment to be proud
Sign up for a fun filled learning experience
Next Move
Towards solutions for Youth Employment.
How to Find Us
Address
Garden Route Office:
97 Samrock Place,
York Street, George, 6530
Western Cape, South Africa
Address
Cape Town Office:
Voortrekker Road, Parrow,
Cape Town, 7500
Western Cape, South Africa
Phone
Garden Route: (+27) 44-873-5655
Phone
Cape Town: (+27) 69-371-4638
info@suff.org.za