![Avance Media](https://olorisupergal.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/avance-1.jpg)
Reputed rating establishment and one of Africa’s leading Media and Public Relations firm, Avance Media has announced the 100 finalists for the 2016 ’100 Most Influential Young South Africans’ ranking
The list which reflects the achievements of young South Africans throughout the year 2016 was streamlined in 10 distinct categories which represent key sectors of South Africa’s economy.
After receiving nominations from the public, the media house chose 100 of the Most Influential Young people who are blazing trails in various categories introduced under the ranking.
Categories for the 2017 ranking include Business, Entertainment, Law & Governance, Lifestyle, Media, Personal Development & Academia, Science & Technology, Leadership & Civil Society, Social Enterprise & Philanthropy and Sports.
The Most Influential Young South Africans initiative is an annual awards and ranking scheme for young South African Achievers between 15-40 years, spearheaded by Avance Media, a social enterprise in partnership with various Organisations.
The initiative is intended to disclose the true and genuine potentials of young people who are earnest to turn around the fortunes of South Africa’s economy and whose works are at par with their impacts. It is also expected to serve as a source of encouragement to these young individuals whose commitment towards stimulating growth is undoubted.
Below is the full list of the 2016 100 Most Influential Young South Africans in their respective categories.
BUSINESS
- Tebogo Ditshego
- Sandile Shezi
- Yolanda Zoleka Cuba
- Tokologo Phetla
- Emmanuel Bonoko
- Vinny Lingham
- Duduzane Zuma
- Jonathan Liebmann
- Max Hussmann
- Mike Eilertsen
ENTERTAINMENT
- Nasty C
- Cassper Nyovest
- AKA
- LIRA
- Terry Pheto
- Unathi Msengana
- Simphiwe Dana
- Thembi Seete
- Shashi Naidoo
SOCIAL ENTREPRISE & PHILANTHROPY
- Lebang Nong
- Catherine Constantinides
- Thabang Mabuza
- Sizwe Nzima
- Luvuyo Rani
- Phumlani M. Majozi
- Elvis M. Sekhaolelo
- Mmabatho Mokiti
- Thato Kgatlhanye
- Naadiya Moosajee
SPORTS
- Caster Semenya
- Wayde van Niekerk
- Akani Simbine
- Itumeleng Khune
- AB de Villiers
- Steven Pienaar
- Karabo Mathang
- JP Pietersen
- Chris Morris
- Louis Oosthuizen
LAW & GOVERNANCE
- Julius Malema
- Mbuyiseni Ndlozi
- Mduduzi Manana
- Mmusi Aloysias Maimane
- Lindiwe Mazibuko
- Bongani Baloyi
- Floyd Shivambu
- Collen Maine
- Masizole Mnqasela
- Magdalene Moonsamy
MEDIA
- Trevor Noah
- Bonang Matheba
- Minnie Dlamini
- Boitumelo Thulo
- Thando Thabethe
- Masechaba Ndlovu
- Redi Tlhabi
- Azania Mosaka
- Cathy Mohlahlana
- Hajrah Ormajee
LIFESTYLE
- DJ Zinhle
- MsCosmo
- Thula Sindi
- Candice Swanepoel
- Siya Beyile
- Victor Dlamini
- Mogau Seshoene
- Caspar Lee
- Jaco De Bruyn
- Gareth Pon
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
- Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng
- Siyabulela Xuza
- Ashley Uys
- Lebo Selloane-Tshabalala
- Rapelang Rabana
- Ludwick Marishane
- Conrad Travis David
- Justin Stanford
- Alex Fourie
- Adii Pienaar
LEADERSHIP & CIVIL SOCIETY
- Khaya Dlanga
- Thabang Mathopo
- Khusela Sangoni
- Phakamile Mbengashe
- Rosie Motene
- Faith Mangope
- Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh
- Mandisa Shandu
- Tembeka Ngcukaitobi
- Seana Nkhahle
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT & ACADEMIA
- Sibusiso Leope
- Vusi Thembekwayo
- Frederick Bohasu
- Khethi Ngwenya
- Vuyo Jack
- Musa Manzi
- Raelene Rorke
- Zwelethu Mambane
- Nizenande Machi
- Dario Trinchero
![Avance Media](https://olorisupergal.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/avance-1.jpg)
Reputed rating establishment and one of Africa’s leading Media and Public Relations firm, Avance Media has announced the 100 finalists for the 2016 ’100 Most Influential Young South Africans’ ranking
The list which reflects the achievements of young South Africans throughout the year 2016 was streamlined in 10 distinct categories which represent key sectors of South Africa’s economy.
After receiving nominations from the public, the media house chose 100 of the Most Influential Young people who are blazing trails in various categories introduced under the ranking.
Categories for the 2017 ranking include Business, Entertainment, Law & Governance, Lifestyle, Media, Personal Development & Academia, Science & Technology, Leadership & Civil Society, Social Enterprise & Philanthropy and Sports.
The Most Influential Young South Africans initiative is an annual awards and ranking scheme for young South African Achievers between 15-40 years, spearheaded by Avance Media, a social enterprise in partnership with various Organisations.
The initiative is intended to disclose the true and genuine potentials of young people who are earnest to turn around the fortunes of South Africa’s economy and whose works are at par with their impacts. It is also expected to serve as a source of encouragement to these young individuals whose commitment towards stimulating growth is undoubted.
Below is the full list of the 2016 100 Most Influential Young South Africans in their respective categories.
BUSINESS
- Tebogo Ditshego
- Sandile Shezi
- Yolanda Zoleka Cuba
- Tokologo Phetla
- Emmanuel Bonoko
- Vinny Lingham
- Duduzane Zuma
- Jonathan Liebmann
- Max Hussmann
- Mike Eilertsen
ENTERTAINMENT
- Nasty C
- Cassper Nyovest
- AKA
- LIRA
- Terry Pheto
- Unathi Msengana
- Simphiwe Dana
- Thembi Seete
- Shashi Naidoo
SOCIAL ENTREPRISE & PHILANTHROPY
- Lebang Nong
- Catherine Constantinides
- Thabang Mabuza
- Sizwe Nzima
- Luvuyo Rani
- Phumlani M. Majozi
- Elvis M. Sekhaolelo
- Mmabatho Mokiti
- Thato Kgatlhanye
- Naadiya Moosajee
SPORTS
- Caster Semenya
- Wayde van Niekerk
- Akani Simbine
- Itumeleng Khune
- AB de Villiers
- Steven Pienaar
- Karabo Mathang
- JP Pietersen
- Chris Morris
- Louis Oosthuizen
LAW & GOVERNANCE
- Julius Malema
- Mbuyiseni Ndlozi
- Mduduzi Manana
- Mmusi Aloysias Maimane
- Lindiwe Mazibuko
- Bongani Baloyi
- Floyd Shivambu
- Collen Maine
- Masizole Mnqasela
- Magdalene Moonsamy
MEDIA
- Trevor Noah
- Bonang Matheba
- Minnie Dlamini
- Boitumelo Thulo
- Thando Thabethe
- Masechaba Ndlovu
- Redi Tlhabi
- Azania Mosaka
- Cathy Mohlahlana
- Hajrah Ormajee
LIFESTYLE
- DJ Zinhle
- MsCosmo
- Thula Sindi
- Candice Swanepoel
- Siya Beyile
- Victor Dlamini
- Mogau Seshoene
- Caspar Lee
- Jaco De Bruyn
- Gareth Pon
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
- Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng
- Siyabulela Xuza
- Ashley Uys
- Lebo Selloane-Tshabalala
- Rapelang Rabana
- Ludwick Marishane
- Conrad Travis David
- Justin Stanford
- Alex Fourie
- Adii Pienaar
LEADERSHIP & CIVIL SOCIETY
- Khaya Dlanga
- Thabang Mathopo
- Khusela Sangoni
- Phakamile Mbengashe
- Rosie Motene
- Faith Mangope
- Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh
- Mandisa Shandu
- Tembeka Ngcukaitobi
- Seana Nkhahle
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT & ACADEMIA
- Sibusiso Leope
- Vusi Thembekwayo
- Frederick Bohasu
- Khethi Ngwenya
- Vuyo Jack
- Musa Manzi
- Raelene Rorke
- Zwelethu Mambane
- Nizenande Machi
- Dario Trinchero