COMMUNITY • EMPOWERMENT • OPPORTUNITY

Building stronger communities, one opportunity at a time.

The Nomalinge Nokenke Foundation is a community-driven non-profit focused on youth empowerment, education, sport, skills development, poverty alleviation and sustainable community upliftment.

Creating empowered, self-sustaining communities
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Our vision

Empowered & self-sustaining communities.

South Africa
Youth
Empowerment
Education
Development
8Core values
7Key objectives
6Community activities
2026–2030Future development plan

WHO WE ARE

People first. Community always.

Nomalinge Nokenke Foundation is a community-driven non-profit organisation working to uplift communities in South Africa, particularly in the Eastern Cape.

Our work brings together youth development, educational support, sport and recreation, community outreach, skills and entrepreneurship, poverty alleviation, health and wellness, and strategic partnerships.

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WHAT WE DO

Our areas of focus.

Practical initiatives designed to create opportunity, participation and lasting community development.

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Education Development

Educational support and school outreach that help young people access learning opportunities.

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Youth Empowerment

Youth seminars, development programmes and opportunities that encourage confidence and growth.

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Sports & Recreation

Sporting and cycling events that promote participation, wellness, teamwork and community connection.

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Community Outreach

Community programmes, clean-up campaigns and holiday initiatives built around local needs.

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Safety & Social Awareness

Awareness initiatives addressing anti-crime, drug abuse prevention, GBV and community safety.

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Skills & Entrepreneurship

Skills development and entrepreneurship pathways that can help create opportunity and employment.

WHAT GUIDES US

Values that shape our work.

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Integrity

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Compassion

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Accountability

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Community Development

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Empowerment

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Inclusivity

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Respect

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Sustainability

LOOKING AHEAD

Building from 2026–2030.

Our future plans focus on expanding community infrastructure, skills, opportunity, sport, wellness and partnerships across South Africa — in every province and community.

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Community Development Centre

A dedicated space to support community programmes, learning, sports, recreation and development activities — designed to serve as a hub wherever we operate nationwide.

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Youth Skills Academy

Planned training areas include:

  • Security training
  • Digital literacy
  • Branding and marketing
  • Hospitality and tourism
  • Fitness and wellness
  • Sports management, coaching & event organisation
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Sports & Recreation

Active bodies. Stronger communities. Brighter futures.

We use sport and recreation as a powerful tool for upliftment across South Africa. We make safe, inclusive activities available to everyone — rural, urban, township and remote areas — because health, confidence and opportunity should never be limited by where you live.

What we do:

  • Community Leagues & Tournaments – Soccer, netball, basketball, volleyball, athletics, cricket and more — for all ages, genders and abilities.
  • Youth Talent Development – Coaching, clinics, academies, and clear pathways to clubs, federations, bursaries and competitive opportunities.
  • Wellness & Active Living – Fitness programmes, outdoor recreation, walking clubs, health awareness and lifestyle education.
  • Inclusive & Adaptive Sport – Programmes for people with disabilities, seniors, women, and groups often left out.
  • Infrastructure & Resources – Equipping fields, courts and safe spaces; setting up equipment libraries so no-one is excluded for lack of gear.

Our Goal: By 2030, sport and recreation will be a core pillar of our work — building healthy, united, confident communities in every province.

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Health & Wellness

Integrated health programmes, wellness education, disease prevention, and support for vulnerable groups — linked directly to our sports and community activities for maximum impact.

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Education & Skills Development

Educational support, learning resources, bursaries, practical training and entrepreneurship guidance — feeding into our Youth Skills Academy and Community Development Centres nationwide.

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Strategic Partnerships

Building strong, sustainable relationships with government, businesses, federations, NGOs and individuals — to scale our reach, share resources and deliver lasting change across the whole country.

OUR PARTNERS

Working together to create lasting change.

We are grateful to the organisations, businesses and individuals who support our mission and community work.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Be part of building a stronger community.

Whether through volunteering, partnerships, fundraising or community participation, there is a place for you in the journey.

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CONTACT

Let's build together.

Reach out to learn more about our work, partnership opportunities, volunteering and community initiatives.

PHONE 070 348 7514
JOHANNESBURG

4368 Guatemala Street, Cosmo City Ext. 04, 2188, Johannesburg, Gauteng

EASTERN CAPE

A/A Zangwa, Butterworth 4960, Eastern Cape

Registration No. 2026/365674/08