A community is more than just buildings — it's the people, the connections, and the shared experiences that make it feel like home. That's why Vulamathuba's Social Cohesion programmes focus on bringing tenants together through engaging activities that foster unity, promote diversity, and create a sense of belonging. Whether it's kids expressing themselves through dance, [...]
As we welcome the new year, we look back with pride at the progress made in Vulamathuba Empumelelo’s Matric Programme during November and December. This initiative continues to give hope and second chances to adult learners eager to rewrite their future by completing or improving their matric results. Designed with flexibility in mind, the programme [...]
The Vulamathuba Social Auxiliary Work Learnership is a lifeline for those ready to change their lives and communities. Designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to create meaningful social change, the learnership provides theoretical training, practical placements, and essential support through stipends and training fees. It’s more than a qualification; it’s about unlocking [...]
As we celebrate love in all its forms this February, our Vulamathuba programme demonstrates the deepest expression of community care—a love that protects, supports, and empowers. Our World AIDS Day initiatives from December 2024 continue to resonate, showcasing how genuine compassion means caring for every community member. Love in action: Supporting our youth Nearly 200 [...]
True community support goes beyond providing housing–it's about nurturing the holistic well-being of every individual we serve. As part of World's AIDS Day, we took a critical step in our ongoing commitment to community health by focusing on HIV awareness. But this wasn't just another awareness campaign. It was a heartfelt invitation to have honest [...]
Education is a powerful catalyst for transformation, and the Vulamathuba Bursary Fund embodies this fundamental belief. Committed to supporting students pursuing critical and scarce qualifications, our bursary programme empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds to unlock their full potential. By providing comprehensive support including financial aid, academic guidance, and mentorship, we're building pathways to success for [...]
Vulamathuba Empumelelo, the community and social development arm of Communicare Social Enterprise, was established to deliver developmental interventions to Communicare tenants and non-tenants residing within Cape Town Metro. Vulamathuba’s overall objective is to create opportunities for the economic growth of participants by fostering the principle of Economic Mobility through education, skills, training, and development interventions. [...]
In a heartfelt interview, Ricardo, a recent graduate of the Adult Matric Programme with Vulamathuba Empumelelo, shared his transformative journey from Goodwood, Cape Town. His story illustrates not just personal triumph but the significant impact of community support in overcoming life's challenges. Finding Hope in Education Ricardo began by reflecting on his past, acknowledging that [...]
To apply, interested applicants can access the application form via the following link: Bursary Application - Create Application Vulamathuba Empumelelo, the community and social development arm of Communicare Social Enterprise, was established to deliver developmental interventions to Communicare tenants and non-tenants residing within City of Cape Town. Vulamathuba’s overall objective is to create opportunities for [...]
The Continuing Education for Africa (CEFA) graduation ceremony on 17 November 2023 marked a monumental occasion for six Social Auxiliary Workers who began their year-long learnership with Vulamathuba Empumelelo and CEFA in May 2021. This class of 2021/2022 displayed remarkable resilience and an ability to adjust to new, often anxiety-provoking situations as they started their [...]
