Vulamathuba Empumelelo is passionately committed to transforming lives and building thriving communities across Cape Town by empowering individuals through comprehensive psychosocial support, education and skills development. This ultimately enables participants from marginalised communities to unlock their full potential and achieve self-reliance.
Matric Senior Certificate Graduates
Unemployed Individuals Trained in an Accredited Skills Programme
At Risk Tenants Directly Impacted
Programme Participants
Bursaries Awarded
Youth Day in South Africa carries a legacy that is both powerful and unfinished. It commemorates …
At Vulamathuba, we understand that success is not only about passing exams. It is about how …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo continues to strengthen pathways to opportunity through its recent Driver’s Licence Initiative, partnering with …
Unlock your potential with Vulamathuba’s Job Readiness Course. REGISTER – LIMITED SPACES! Vulamathuba Empumelelo, the social …
In commemoration of World AIDS Day 2025, Vulamathuba Empumelelo, with heartfelt support from SANTAM, delivered one …
The Vulamathuba Empumelelo Bursary Fund proudly announces that applications are now open for the 2026 academic …
What is Social Development Month? Every October, South Africa observes Social Development Month — a time …
Building peaceful communities together Each year on 2 October, the world observes the International Day of …
From induction to mock exams, to pre-exam talks, and finally the exams themselves – the journey …
When you thought we were done, Vulamathuba said: “Not so fast!” The Job Readiness Programme is …
The bursary that opens doors At Vulamathuba, we believe education is more than just a qualification …
The power of guidance: Bursary students reflect on a grounding mentorship session At Vulamathuba, we believe …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo is thrilled to announce the official induction of its new matric class, which kicked …
Our Job Readiness Programme equips you with the skills to thrive professionally and personally. Gain confidence …
A Vulamathuba Empumelelo initiative in collaboration with Life Changers and Common Good. At Vulamathuba Empumelelo, we …
As May arrived at the Brooklyn Learning Centre, there was a palpable sense of anticipation in …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo partnership with SAEP and LoveLife produces new graduates ready to serve their communities Four …
Unlock your potential with Vulamathuba Vulamathuba Empumelelo, the social development arm of Communicare, is dedicated to …
It was a long wait – but worth every second. After a careful shortlisting process, Vulamathuba …
Your dreams deserve more than just wishful thinking – they deserve a plan. That’s why Vulamathuba …
For years, university has been seen as the ultimate path to success. Still, the truth is …
At Vulamathuba Empumelelo, education is the key to unlocking new opportunities. That’s why we’re proud to …
A community is more than just buildings – it’s the people, the connections, and the shared …
As we welcome the new year, we look back with pride at the progress made in …
The Vulamathuba Social Auxiliary Work Learnership is a lifeline for those ready to change their lives …
As we celebrate love in all its forms this February, our Vulamathuba programme demonstrates the deepest …
True community support goes beyond providing housing–it’s about nurturing the holistic well-being of every individual we …
Education is a powerful catalyst for transformation, and the Vulamathuba Bursary Fund embodies this fundamental belief. …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo, the community and social development arm of Communicare Social Enterprise, was established to deliver …
In a heartfelt interview, Ricardo, a recent graduate of the Adult Matric Programme with Vulamathuba Empumelelo, …
The Vulamathuba Empumelelo Class of 2023/2024 Adult Matriculants recently celebrated their outstanding Matric results. Out of …
Wilmore Choto’s story is one of perseverance, innovation, and the power of community support. As a …
The Vulamathuba Bursary Fund hosts quarterly mentorship sessions for bursary recipients, dedicated to empowering and educating …
On 23 July 2024, Montclair Place was the vibrant center of Mandela Day festivities, thanks to …
On the first Saturday of July 2024, Vulamathuba Empumelelo welcomed 44 adult learners to their 2024/2025 …
Welcome to an exciting new chapter at Vulamathuba, where we’re championing financial literacy and personal growth. …
Thembi Mabaso, a qualified social worker with a passion for community development, made a significant career …
The Vulamathuba Empumelelo Adult Matric Programme aims to empower participants by enabling them to complete their …
Apply for our amended senior certificate. To enhance your grades, serving as a steppingstone towards success! …
To apply, interested applicants can access the application form via the following link: Bursary Application – …
Melissa Jo-Ann Choffinal (37), a Communicare tenant for the past 13 years, faced a tough career …
It is hard to believe that the Vulamathuba Empumelelo matriculants who commenced their studies in August …
Last year, Bothasig Gardens tenant, Carmel Peters, accomplished a significant milestone by completing matric through the …
Raising empathetic children in today’s climate is challenging. Fortunately, Vulamathuba Empumelelo offers a range of programmes …
The new year is usually a time for a fresh start. Often, resolutions like losing weight …
The Vulamathuba Empumelelo Learning Centre Garden started in the middle of last year, is thriving. Months …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo’s Matric programme for adult learners commenced in August 2023. After attending regular Saturday and …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo is excited to announce the extension of the Bursary applications to 31 January 2024. …
World AIDS Day is commemorated each year on 1 December. It is an opportunity for every …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo recently celebrated the efforts of the nurses and home-based care workers who assisted them …
Born from a need to sustain Communicare tenants and their surrounding neighbours, Vulamathuba Empumelelo started food …
Tis the season to be jolly, they say, but for the Vulamathuba Empumelelo team, it was …
The Continuing Education for Africa (CEFA) graduation ceremony on 17 November 2023 marked a monumental occasion …
The Vulamathuba Empumelelo Bursary has a long and trusted history of helping people from previously marginalised …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo celebrated Mandela Day by treating 90 senior Communicare tenants to a Wellness Fair at …
The Vulamathuba Empumelelo Class of 2022/23 matric students recently wrote their final exams, successfully completing the …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo’s Career Exhibition inspires high school learners to pursue post-school education and training opportunities Over …
On the 11th of April 2023, Vulamathuba hosted its first ever Bring a Child to Work …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo’s primary objective is to create an enabling environment for economic growth by fostering the …
Communicare tenant, Chiron Bosman, has excelled thanks to her education pursuits supported by Vulamathuba Empumelelo. She …
Communicare tenant, Tanita Koen, has grasped the opportunity to upskill herself through Vulamathuba Empumelelo Bursary Fund …
Applications for the Vulamathuba Empumelelo Bursary Fund are now open. The fund continues to assist individuals …
Originally from the Eastern Cape, Sibahle, or Siba, as her colleagues affectionately know her, travelled to …
Thirty-six year old, Wilmore Choto’s life-changing opportunity quite literally started with a click. He read about …
Vulamathuba Empumelelo enrolled six learners in their 12 month-long Social Auxiliary work learnership. The highly motivated …
Naeela Green, 20, lives in Manenberg. Her story is one of triumph. She is currently pursuing …
Tatum Redmond, 33, is an aspirant teacher. She recently enrolled into Vulamathuba Empumelelo’s Matric programme to …
Stephanie from Bothasig Gardens is a final year Bachelor of Nursing student and a recipient of the Zerilda …
Meet Alungile, a Junior Administrator for goodfind Properties. His goal is to become a Property Manager. …
Lauren Appolis, has the world at her feet! She has recently completed her final year exams …
Back in 2010, a 10-year-old Luthando Mayekiso moved to Communicare’s Zorgvliet complex in Brooklyn, with his …
Vulamathuba, through a HWSETA funded project, partnered with some of Communicare’s suppliers to host several TVET …
From a young age, Kenalemang Mamello Tlholagae, knew she wanted to make a difference in the …
Craig Titus, a tenant at Bothasig Gardens, who was awarded the Zerilda Steyn Bursary is well …
ANNOUNCEMENT Vulamathuba Empumelelo, the community and social development arm of Communicare, was established to deliver developmental …
In the industrial town of Kariega in the Eastern Cape, a young girl watched as her …
ANNOUNCEMENT Vulamathuba, the community and social development division of Communicare, was established to deliver developmental interventions …
On 5 June 2020 we celebrated the World Environment Day, with this year’s theme Time for …
As yellow leaves and chilly mornings marked the start of autumn, the Covid-19 virus travelled continents …
Communicare in partnership with Vulamathuba runs the Compass internship programme, to give young people work experience …
Communicare has also been providing bursaries to tenants and their children for the last 30 years. …
Enoch Bangeni Final year student at CPUT “I received an SMS on my phone in 2016 …
John Mafwa who resides at Brooklyn was one of the participants in the Entrepreneurship Programme, the …
