Bridget Masango

Bridget Masango Bridget Staff Masango (born 23 February 1962) is a South African Democratic Alliance politician from Gauteng who has been a Member of the National Assembly since October 2015. Within the DA's Shadow Cabinet, she served as Shadow Minister of Social Development from October 2015 until June 2024. From May 2014 to October 2015, Masango served as a permanent delegate to the National Council of Provinces. Quotes At school, many face period poverty and other challenges. They persevere, complete their education and then encounter a lack of employment opportunities. I see a tragic value chain that stretches from birth through youth and into adulthood Poverty and unemployment also make young people vulnerable to substance abuse. The drug trade can appear attractive because it seems lucrative, and many become trapped in addiction. This cycle continues and affects generations of young South Africans. Young people are facing a crisis that begins early in life. Many children experience poor development, malnutrition and difficult home environments. Some end up in child and youth care centres, which affects how they engage with society and democracy. Considering the challenges many young people face throughout their lives, anxiety is an understandable outcome. South Africa has no fewer than 9,000 government-trained social workers who could be helping with counselling and support. External links Category:Living people Category:1962 births Category:Women politicians in South Africa Category:Women born in the 1960s