Child Care South Africa is a registered community-based organisation that provides quality and comprehensive services to children living in Poverty. It was established in 2000 and for the past 23 years has grown from strength to strength working in rural areas of KwaZulu Natal. The organisation is governed by an active BOARD of Directors; it also has a director that manages operations of the organisation.
Our Vision
We strive to create a society where children and adolescents have the opportunities and encouragement to develop into responsible, self-sufficient adults who are able to contribute positively to society and break the cycle of poverty.
In 2007 we were awarded the Jet Community Award in the category WE CARE for KwaZulu Natal and again in 2008 we received a certificate of outstanding performance from the KwaZulu Natal MEC of Social Development Dr. M Radebe. In 2019 for Mandela Day, we hosted the Deputy of the Republic of South Africa MP DD Mabuza, Minister of Health Dr Zweli Mkhize, KZN Premier MPL S Zikalala.
Country of Operation: South Africa
Years in Operation: Since 29 August 2000
Registration Details:
NPO Registration: 008 – 169
SARS PBO Registration: 930022622
Wishlist:
- Educational Supplies
- Software for our computers
- Toys and Recreational Equipment
- Computers and printers for our Youth Centre
- Funding for our operational and program costs
Online Platforms:
Website : http://www.childcaresa.org.za
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/Child–Care–South–Africa-106028412755447
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/childcaresa/
Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/20336284/admin/
Cause Highlights
- Empowerment of Children: 8,322 children from rural communities were educated on their rights and how to report abuse.
- In partnership with Habitat for Humanity SA, 60 three-bedroom houses were successfully built for orphans and vulnerable children across 10 tribal villages.
- Establishment of Child Care Forums: Nine Child Care Forums have been established, passionately assisting orphans and vulnerable children in accessing care and support.
- Employment of Child Mentors: 24 Child Mentors were employed through the Expanded Public Works Programme, enabling outreach to more children in the upcoming financial year.
- Successful Implementation of Cash Plus Care Qhawekazi Project: Funded by the Global Fund through the KZN Provincial Treasury and CINDI from 2017 to 2019, this pilot program focused on incentivized behavioral change among young women aged 19 to 24.
- Enrolment and Empowerment: 9,800 adolescent girls and young women were enrolled and attended empowerment sessions.
- HIV Testing: 8,648 Adolescents Girls and Young Women were tested for HIV, with 726 testing positive.
- Linkage to Care: 100% of those testing positive were linked to HIV treatment and care.
- Hosted the Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa honourable DD Mabuza, UNAIDS Executive Director, Minister of Health, KZN Premier, District and Local Mayors for the 2019 Nelson Mandela Day.
- In partnership with Medecins Sans Frontiers’ (Doctors Without Borders) Child Care SA successfully implemented a door-to-door intervention by Community Health Workers, providing over 120,000 HIV tests from 2015 to 2017, significantly enhancing early detection and access to treatment in rural communities. This initiative fostered household dialogue around HIV/TB, improved support for HIV-positive patients, and contributed to achieving the UNAIDS strategy of 90-90-90 ahead of schedule in 2019.
- Successfully purchased a building in Eshowe town for Child Care SA’s offices and the Youth Centre, co-funded by National Lotteries, Operation Jump Start, and IQRAA Trust.
- Secured community-donated land in Ntumeni Village through the Traditional Council, enabling the construction of an activities hall funded by African Rainbow Minerals to support youth development and community engagement. It was officially opened by Chief VT Dube.
- In 2007 we were awarded the Jet Community Award in the category WE CARE for KwaZulu Natal region and again in 2008 we received a certificate of outstanding performance from the KwaZulu Natal Minister of Social Development Dr. M Radebe.
- Established a Youth Centre that supported over 800 students with online university applications and bursary submissions, resulting in measurable success stories, including beneficiaries graduating from tertiary institutions. The Impact: Highlighted by Nhlaka, a beneficiary now serving as a pilot in the South African Air Force with Mbuyiselo Vilakazi and Siduduzo Shange both graduating with their Law degrees.
See our social media for more success stories.