DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small Tackle Youth Unemployment With Groundbreaking Internships

• Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa are taking things to the next level ahead of their anticipated concert
• The Scorpion Kings are offering South African youth an opportunity to be part of the planning for their event and learn hands-on skills
• The incredible opportunity seeks to tackle real-life issues facing youth and help mould them into future leaders

The Scorpion Kings have opened their doors for the youth to be part of the behind-the-scenes action at their anticipated concert.

What is the 100 Lives Initiative?

Ahead of the long-awaited Scorpion Kings Live with Friends concert, Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa are looking to make a bigger impact with the event.

Betway and the Betway Cares Foundation have partnered with the Scorpion Kings to offer internship programme opportunities ahead of the much-anticipated Amapiano concert.

Dubbed the 100 Lives Initiative, the opportunity seeks to employ 100 young South Africans between 18 and 28 years old to gain hands-on experience working with the Scorpion Kings Live with Friends team.

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Interns will benefit from skills development to be better equipped for their future careers in events and entertainment.

Not only that, but through Betway Cares, select candidates will also be offered bursaries, and the Head of the Betway Cares Foundation, Bakang Lethoko, said the organisation hopes to help the youth:

"The 100 Lives Initiative is about opening doors to real skills, real experience, and access to real opportunities."

The event will officially take place on 29 August 2025 at the Loftus Stadium in Pretoria. Those interested are invited to send their CV along with a motivational cover letter to scorpionkingslive@gmail.com. Applications close on 6 August.

Here's how South Africans reacted to the announcement

Netizens sang the praises of the Scorpion Kings for giving youth a chance:

yanolyrics said:

"A big shout out to the Scorpion Kings."

hopesamke_m was moved:

"May God continue to bless you guys. This is amazing!"

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banele_mqadi wrote:

"That is so amazing, shout to the Scorpion Kings!"

pieradiouk was impressed:

"What an amazing way to give back!!"

essjay.mahlangu posted:

"I've sent it already, and I hope to hear from you soon."

premium_waiter_event posted:

"Inspiration to the youth. Thank you, @betway_sa."

imkat_mot added:

"Such a dope initiative. Well done, @betwaycares."

unombukiso_uhulumeni sent her application:

"Fingers crossed. I hope I get positive feedback."

thatofinger commented:

"This is beautiful, big up to you, kings."

j.riff_explicit was excited:

"Now it's time for us to come through. This is what we do as live event technicians."

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Source: Briefly News