The Fluctuating Décor of Youth Identity in Post-Colonial South Africa

Abstract

This paper aims to discuss South African youths living in democratic South Africa, it will look critically on the youth definition and, highlight a brief outlook on the youth and society in the African context. It will look African youths as centre of social interfaces and revolution, due to their role in in different structures, culture, sacraments, and social movement. Moreover, it will examine the Born Free generation is an attempt to trigger a dialogue necessary to challenge youth identity crises, youth disparities in education, housing, health care and employment opportunities. Lastly, this paper will look closer on conditions facing young Blacks in today’s South Africa in relation to identity crisis, challenges and opportunities of today’s youths.