Amelie Naledi: A confident young star born to perform
Not only is Amelie Franken a budding singer and songwriter, she is also not afraid to speak her mind and a natural leader who was recently appointed as Limpopo Youth Ambassador for the President's Award.
POLOKWANE – When Amelie Franken steps onto the stage it is clear why her middle name is Naledi – she truly is a star in the making.
Performing under the stage name Amelie Naledi, this up-and-coming singer has already recorded two original songs and was named the national category winner in the recent Con Spirito competition in three categories, including best own composition for her song ‘Better Without You’.
Amelie recently received diplomas with the highest achievement being the National Eisteddfod Academy (NEA) competition and was selected to proceed to the semi-final round of this competition next year.
Confident and not afraid to speak her mind, she is a natural leader and was recently appointed as Limpopo Youth Ambassador for the President’s Award. This award is the world’s leading youth achievement award and is affiliated with the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Young people have to achieve certain levels of achievement in various activities over a set period of time in order to earn the award, upon completion, they are awarded a certificate and badge for the level they have completed.
In South Africa, the certificates display the signatures of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip and president Cyril Ramaphosa. The award is recognised globally by employers and institutions of higher learning.
“It’s an honour to be awarded this because I know I’m setting a very good example to my peers. I believe I will do my best to work hard for this title and award,” she said.
Amelie’s music is available on various social media platforms, including Spotify.
