Insights

"Organisations should be able to continue thriving even after leadership changes. A lot of nonprofits struggle when founders or key leaders move on, so I focus on building leadership that can carry the organisation forward long-term." - Cedric de Beer

"Without money and the good management of it, a mission cannot be accomplished. All of us at Ziyo believe that our daily support for civil society in Southern Africa has made our world a better place. " - Brenda Coetzee, Ziyo

"The nonprofit sector lets me witness the good in human nature every day. I love seeing the best in humanity, and this work constantly restores my faith in the world." -- Anna Lusty, Made In My Camera.

"What sets nonprofits apart is the passion and commitment of those who work in the sector. It’s not about making money for a big boss; it’s about making a real impact. I think more people should understand the sacrifices and heart that go into this work—it’s a sector driven by passion rather than profit."

"The depth of expertise, the level of innovation, and the passion for creating positive change that you find in the nonprofit world is truly inspiring."

"We offer a full range of services tailored specifically for the nonprofit sector, from reporting to specialised tax reviews and risk assessments. We are commited to not just providing services, but empowering organisations with the knowledge they need to thrive."

"I wish more people understood the potential of leveraging technology and international connections in the nonprofit sector. With ShopDonation, we're trying to show how nonprofits can tap into funding sources that weren't previously accessible." -- Kirstyn Liang, founder of ShopDonation SA.

"The name 'Workroom' represents a space of possibilities where we can collaborate, think creatively, and make a difference. We offer a range of services to help organisations thrive, including fundraising, organisational strategy, and organisational development and change management."

"We’re not just eliminating the problem of multiple spreadsheets of information spread all over the organisation, we're providing a pathway for nonprofits to amplify their impact, streamline their operations, and ultimately, change more lives."

"My favourite things about my clients are their passion, energy, and sheer endurance. Organisations I’ve worked with for over 30 years continue to do amazing work against all odds."

The Parentline SA WhatsApp platform offers light-touch support and guidance, as well as parenting resources and in-person referrals when necessary.

This interview series aims to unveiling the stories and motivations behind those who specialise in uplifting and guiding the nonprofit community. To start the series, we interviewed Ruen Govinder, the Founder and Executive Director of Hashtag Nonprofit) about the digital consulting services she offers.

Speaking at a World Read Aloud Day event organised byNal’ibali and the City of Cape Town, Nal’ibali's Gabrielle Kelly, said reading aloud to children helps them to learn to read independently “and to adopt reading as a way of life”.

Neighbourhood Old Age Homes recently opened the All-Day Corner Café. The café is the result of a unique collaboration between NOAH and the trendy Gardens café and pub, ROXY Late Night.

The Mdzananda Animal Clinic is a permanent, veterinary council-registered non-profit facility in Khayelitsha. It sees on average 1,500 animals in a month. The clinic has a strong focus on community empowerment and education to ensure responsible pet ownership.

TCOE, through its work supporting rural movements advocating for access to land and water, has established nurseries and agroecology hubs across the country. Every month, small-scale farmers, producers and artisans gather to sell their locallygrown produce, homemade foods and handmade goods at the Mowbray Market.

Recently, a few hundred caregivers, teachers, parents, and children attended the Wordworks Early Literacy Festival on 16. The event highlighted early literacy and language development. Many of the participants came from communities on the Cape Flats such as Mitchells Plain, Khayelitsha, Grassy Park, Philippi and Elsies River.

A young woman from Gugulethu started her own chess club to share her passion for the sport with young learners. Recently, the under-11 chess team qualified for the provincial tournament.