Dear Portfolio Committee on Small Business Development, I have tried joining the nyda grant programme since last year through SEDA, they failed to assist me. I would just like to be part of the programme because I have a small business, and currently in need of financial assistance. I'm 25 years old from a gang feared suburb called Mitchell's plain I'm trying my utmost to create jobs for the youth and underprivileged. Help Mitchell's plains youth. I got over 5000 CVs of unemployed individuals ranging from grade 10-12 from Mitchell's plain alone. I have a registered business, registered on the CSD as well. The nature of the business is Cleaning & Hygiene, with a marketing department as well. Counselors, Ministers, Mr president please assist our community. Thank you.