Impumelelo Educational Trust

Annual Report2014

FOREWORD BY THE CHAIRPERSON MR SIPHO DIBAKWANE

It is our pleasure to present to you our important stakeholder, sponsor, donor, member,

interested parties and individuals, the 2014 Impumelelo Educational Trust Annual report.

This report gives a detailed account of the progress achieved during the implementa-

tion of the 2014 programme of action and the general management of our community

entity. However, it is equally important that we indicate that our trust was registered in 2012

with the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development and formally launched

in March 2013 at Ekuthuleni Hall in Simile, Sabie. The trust was given its blessings by the

MEC for Mpumalanga Department of Education, Ms Reginah Mhaule who was the main

speaker on the day of the launch. The main objective of our trust is to assist our community

to address educational challenges.

Since its formation in 2012, our trust has grown from pillar to strength. The year 2014 was the

first financial year in which the trust had to test and implement its programmes. It was also a

year in which one of our founding trustees Mr Tshwarelo Penwell Mashego had to sadly pass on. We will miss his selfless spirit and

contribution. May his soul rest in peace.

During 2014 we managed to implement following programmes: Matric Awards, Career Expo and Nelson Mandela Day and

ongoing membership / donor recruitment. Throughout 2014, our trust managed to partially fund two learners from Memezile High

School to pursue their studies at Tshwane University of Technology and University of Limpopo. The careers being pursued by the

learners are Geology and Electrical Engineering.

Whilst notable achievements have been recorded, it is important to point out that a lot still needs to be done. Our financial

resources are still at a very low base and we hereby request for consistent contribution by all that can afford. Any contributions

made annually or monthly are still acceptable. Our office remains largely part time and not fully operational. We hope that going

into 2015 such will change. We call upon our fellow community members to join our trust either as volunteers, monthly/ annual

contributors, sponsors, donors to mention but a few in order to make Impumelelo Educational Trust a success for all. We hereby

wish to thank everyone who has been with us since we formed the trust. We thank every individual, stakeholder sponsor, funder,

monthly contributor that has given up their precious resources and time to contribute in the development of our community and

country. We also wish to welcome everyone that continues to join us in this journey and to them we say “we are all in this together

for our country and for future of our children”. On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Impumelelo Educational Trust I thank you.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Sipho Moses Dibakwane, Founder of Trust, is currently employed by the National Depart-

ment of Transport as a Transport Policy Analyst in the Office of the Director General in Preto-

ria. He is a member of the Black Management Forum, Progressive Professionals Forum and

Institute of International Affairs in Johannesburg.

Sipho, holds a Masters of Management in Public Policy obtained from the University of

Witwatersrand. Other academic qualifications include, Advanced Management Develop-

ment programme with Public Administration and Learning Academy (PALAMA), the Post

Graduate Diploma in Public Policy and Development Administration obtained with Univer-

sity of Witwatersrand, and Bachelors of Arts (BA) Honours in Political Science and English from

the University of Venda. Prior to his tertiary education, Sipho matriculated from Memezile

high school and attained his primary education in Lindani primary school in Simile, Sabie.

Bonginkosi Victor Mbungela, is an admitted and practising attorney of the High Court of

South Africa, holds a Baccalaureus Procurationis (B.Proc) degree obtained from the Uni-

versity of Venda. His practising firm, NyalunguMbungela Attorneys is based in Nelspruit,

Mpumalanga province. Prior to his tertiary education, Bonginkosi matriculated from Me-

mezile high school and attained his primary education in Lindani primary school in Sabie.

Apart from being a practising attorney, Bonginkosi is an accredited Military Law Practitioner

attached to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Polokwane Legsato where

he holds a rank of Major.

He is also a part-time lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology; a Board Member of

the Silulu SesiSwati Lexicography Unit.Bonginkosi is also a sworn acting Magistrate for the dis-

trict of Nsikazi and a Commissioner in the Small Claims Court for the district of Pilgrims’ Rest.

Hanniekie Ethel Mdhluli is an Educator by profession and teaches at Lehlasedi High School

in Shatale, Bushbuckridge and is also an acting Head of Department. Hanniekie holds a

Secondary Teachers Diploma with Mapulaneng College of Education, Diploma in Human

Resources Management with the Business Management Training College of South Africa,

an Advanced Certificate in Education with the University of South Africa (UNISA).She is a

member of the South African Council for Educators (SACE). Prior to her tertiary education,

Hanniekie, matriculated from Memezile High School and attained her primary education

in Lindani primary school in Simile, Sabie.

Hanniekie has a passion for education development and is currently studying towards a

Bachelor’s Degree (Bed) in Inclusive Education with the University Of South Africa (UNISA).

Sibusiso Sylvester Lekhuleni is currently employed as a Senior Internal Auditor for AVENG,

who are the leaders in infrastructure development in South Africa. Sibusiso holds a Bach-

elors’ Degree in Commerce (B Comm) Honours degree from the University of KwaZulu Na-

tal and a B Comm degree in Accounting from the University of the Witwatersrand. Prior to

his tertiary education, Sibusiso, matriculated from Mathews Phosa College in Nelspruit and

attained his primary education in Lindani primary school in Sabie. Sibusiso, is a member of

the Institute of Internal Auditors and is currently studying to be a Certified Internal Auditor.

LONg LIvE OUR FOUNDINg TRUSTEE

One of our founding Trustees, Mr Tshwarelo Penwell Mashego, sadly passed on in the begin-

ning of 2014. Tswarelo was quite pivotal and instrumental in the formation of our Trust and

its operation.Tswarelo’s last employment was as a Plantation Manager for Komatiland Forest

in Bergvliet, Sabie. He held a Bachelor’s Degree of Technology in Forestry with the Nelson

Mandela Metropolitan University. Other academic qualifications include, the National Di-

ploma in Forestry with the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and the Management

Development Programme with the University of Pretoria. Prior to his tertiary education, Tsh-

warelo, matriculated from Memezile high school and attained his primary education in Lin-

dani primary school in Simile, Sabie. We will always keep his spirit alive Tswarelo and May his

soul rest in peace. We will always honour the memory and the selfless spirit of our comrade

who went too soon.Impumelelo Educational Trust misses and love you!

ACKNOWLEDgEMENTS

Sipho Dibakwane

Victor Condi Mbungela

Sibusiso Lekhuleni

Ethel Mdhluli

Tshwarelo Mashego (late)

Innocent Skutulu Zeki Mhlanga

Gugu Mbungela

Linda Mabuza

Jubane Mthombothi

Daphney Mabuza

Nonhlanhla Molapo

Sandra Maimela

Andile Nyalunga

James Sheard

Simphiwe Lekhuleni

Marcia Maphanga

Thabo Dibakwane

Mawewe Mdhluli

Phepsile Ngobeni

Mmathabo Sukati

Hope Moropa

Simon Dibakoane

Kedibone Mofolo

Tshidi Makhubedu

Hazel Mashego

Tshepo Maphanga

Letty Khumalo

Lehlohonolo Motloung

Wandile Diba

Portia Mabilu

Brain Mabuza

Cindy Mathebula

Thembi Mthombothi

Victor Mahlangu

Appearance Monareng

Jubi Nxumalo

Musa Nxumalo

Sipho Khoza

Tman Mhlanga

Lebogang Dibakaoane

Sosoni Makofane

Thabitha Mashego

Kgomosto Nonyane

Siyabonga Silinda

Mtswala Mabuza

Juba Mkhize

John Lekhuleni

Thulani Mkhabela

Sipho Mogale

Pretty Madonsela

CONTENTS

Introduction

Vision and objectives

Organisational status quo

Implementation of 2014 programme of action

Way forward on 2015 programme of action

Overview of 2014 financial year

Contact information

1. Introduction

This report outlines the progress achieved thus far in the implementation of the Impumelelo Educational Trust annual programme

for 2014 academic year. The programme for 2014 includes: Matric Awards for Class of 2013,Career Expo,Mandela Day, Fund

Raising weekend ,Annual General Meeting for Trustees, Donors, Sponsors and contributing members of community.In addition,

the programme further includes doing extra classes every Saturdays for Matriculants and visits to our bursary beneficiaries in their

tertiary educational institutions. The report also covers the current status of the finances of the trust, office administration, donor/

membership and the state of our board of trustees.

2. Vision , Mission and Objectives

Our vision is to create the fountain of hope, inspiration and success for the dreams of the Sabie youth and community.

Our mission is to provide a one stop solution for educational challenges and promote education as a key priority in life.

Our main objective is to provide financial assistance to learners from less affording and poor backgrounds that pass their Matric

with Bachelors to further their Tertiary education studies in South Africa. Not only do we concern ourselves with financial assistance

to needy learners, but we also intend to resolve all educational challenges that engulf our community. Other objectives of our

trust are as follows:

• Promote schooling and education in Sabie through various initiatives and programmes;

• Provide information and knowledge on career paths and education;

• Create a network for dialogue amongst the youth and community at large;

• Provide mentorship programmes for the youth;

• Facilitate job opportunities after completion of tertiary education;

3. ORgANISATIONAL STATUS qUO

• Office Administration

Our trust aims to have a fully-fledged operational office as soon as possible. Due to lack of funding and resources the trust cur-

rently operates on a part time basis. The makeshift office is located in Simile Township at one of our unemployed volunteer’s

home. This office is managed by some of our unemployed youth in collaboration with the trustees and some volunteers.

Our trust has identified the need to have following committees to execute some of its functions:

• Finance

• Events management

• Learner and Student development

• Fundraising

• Marketing and Communications

Due to lack of capacity and resources, some of the above committees remain largely abstract and not operational. We how-

ever call all volunteers to assist with any of the above-mentioned on a daily basis.

The website of the trust was established in April 2013 and still in operation. The name of the website is www.impumelelotrust.co.za

and was renewed for a further 1 year of operation through the contribution of trustees. There is need to have a dedicated person

to manage the website as the current manager operates per request and on part time basis. It would be better if the website is

managed by our unemployed youth so that they can develop working skills.

Our trust has a Facebook page and it has been observed that only a handful of the members contribute and participate in the

page. Just like the website, the page also needs to be given attention and managed on a full time basis

• Funding

The source of funding of our trust is basically from the following streams of funding:

• Monthly individual contributions from Sabie community members

• Monthly contributions from trustees

• Monthly individual contributions from other South African communities

• Interested companies and organisations

• Donations

• Fundraising activities

• Donor / Membership/Volunteerism

Membership recruitment is still work in progress and the number of contributors can be identified in the financial report which is

part of this document. The Sabie office will be embarking on an outdoor monthly campaign to recruit for members and donors.

Membership forms have been designed and we hope that they will be complemented by membership cards which will be

designed and secured in early 2015. Volunteers are further called to assist with the design and procurement of the cards.

• Financial aid recipients

In spite of the minimal donations and contributions we have received thus far, Our Trust is currently partially funding two learners

from Sabie since the commencement of the 2014 Academic year. The learners matriculated in 2013.The learners are studying

in the fields of Geology and Electrical Engineering in the University of the North and Tshwane University of Technology respectively.

Our partial funding was not taken direct from the coffers of the account but was rather personal contribution from the trustees

and other members .The form of funding that has been contributed so far for both the students was registration fees for the stu-

dent in Witbank and transport fees. Textbooks were bought for University of Limpopo student and ongoing assistance with grocery

and transport allowance was also provided when a need arose.

Some of the funding that the learners have received was through the National Financial Aid Scheme. As a Trust we further provide

moral and mentoring support to our learners on an ongoing basis. This would be further complemented by campus visits to the

students in in the new academic year of 2015.

We hope that our enrolment numbers would increase in the coming years and such would be dependent on our funding

streams.

4. IMPLEMENTATION OF 2014 PROgRAMME OF ACTION

1.1 MATRIC AWARDS 2014

The Impumelelo Educational Trust hosted its inaugural Matric Awards for the Class of 2013 at Ekuthuleni Hall in Simile,Sabie. The

purpose of the awards was to honour the learners, and teachers for the excellent work they achieved in 2013 at Memezile High

School. Memezile High School had a significant improvement on their results from having obtained 48 percent in 2012 to achiev-

ing 72 percent in 2013 with limited resources.

The attendees of the awards ceremony was made up of community members, councillors, learners, Memezile and Skhila High

Schools, political parties and community organisations.The ceremony further served as an opportunity for the intensification of

the introduction of the Impumelelo Educational Trust to the community of Sabie since its formation in 2012.Certificates,medals

and trophies were awarded to all the winners.

The Best Teacher Award for 2013 went to Ms M R Maponya and Best Learner Award was awarded to Ms Thokozile Mthombothi all

from Memezile High School. Learners who obtained a Bachelors’ certificate for Matric were also given awards and certificates

and they were: Appearance Monareng,Portia Mabilu, Musa Kowana,Sakhile Mundzhedzi,Nandi Malatjie, Brian Mabuza,Sharon

Mkhabela,Mmaletago Mokoena,Mpumelelo Mthimkhulu and Elton Hlatshwayo.Teachers that obtained hundred percent in the

respective learning areas were awarded.

1.1.1 Contributions and services for the event

• Information booklet and certificates

Our information booklet was designed and printed by Nyalu Communication from Johannesburg. We trust that future printing

will be done by our local companies. Our youth need to also participate in the design of the booklets and future materials of

our trust.

A total of 300 booklets were printed and some were distributed in the event and some members took some to distribute in their

neighbourhoods and circles.

• Decoration

Decoration for the event was sought from Ms Sphiwe Mashego at a fairly discounted price.

• Video and cameraman

Video and camera services were procured from Vusi of Lydenburg. A video and electronic disk was be produced and distributed

to all and to be uploaded in the website and Facebook pages. We still encourage local entrepreneurs to provide assistance and

intervene on this matter as the awards are our key milestone in our annual programme of action.

• Trophies, medals and vouchers

A total of eleven medals were procured and contributed by Andile Nyalunga. A total of 21 trophies were procured at House

of Champions in Johannesburg. All the trophies and medals were given to the best performing learners and educators as ex-

plained within this document.

Accommodation vouchers were sought from Lonecreek and Floreat Hotels for our best educator, principal and educators that

achieved hundred percent. All vouchers were facilitated by Sbusiso Mlondolozi without a cost to our trust.

• Refreshments

Refreshments were procured and given to some learners and educators during the event through the contributions of the trust-

ees, various members and including Mr Sipho Mchingo Pilane , Ms Mokoena and Mr Jubane Mthombothi.

• Tables, Chairs and mobile toilet

Jubane Mthombothi provided 12 tables, chairs and a mobile toilet without a cost to our trust.

• Thaba Chweu newspaper advert

In marketing the event, a newspaper advert space was bought in the Thaba Chweu Newspaper. We thank our trustees for the

contribution made in securing the advert.

4.2 CAREER EXPO

The trust hosted its 2nd Career Expo of 2014 at Memezile High School in Sabie, Mpumalanga on 25 April 2014 from 1100 to 1400.

The purpose of the Career Expo was to provide guidance and exposure to the various career paths which learners might want

to pursue after completing their respective Matric

The event took place within the premises of the school. The organisations and tertiary institutions that participated were:

• Department of Transport

• Mpumalanga Regional Training Trust

• University of Mpumalanga

• Tshwane University of Technology

• Komatiland Forests

All the representatives of the aforementioned organisation were given an opportunity to present the respective careers. Learners

were also provided with an opportunity to ask questions and the responses were provided by the presenters. Several pamphlets

and career guides were given to learners. The trust also provided its own career information booklet in A4 format.This booklet still

needs some improvement and it is hoped that volunteers will come forth to solidify this important piece of work. At this juncture,

we only have Ms Tshidi Makhubedu who is driving the compilation of the booklet and additional hands and resources will be

needed in future.

4.2.1 CONTRIBUTIONS AND SERVICES FOR THE EVENT

The event was held at the school so there were no major expenses incurred. The only expense incurred was the services of the

video and cameraman. We thank our trustees for their contribution to secure the video and camera services.

4.3 MANDELA DAY

The Impumelelo Educational Trust joined the whole world in the celebration of Mandela Day 2014 on 18 July 2014.The event

was held in Simile,Sabie. The focus of event was to bring services and intervention to all the Simile crèches.

The crèches were Tlangelani, Ekuzameni, Siyanakekela and Ekucathuleni.Thaba Chweu Local Economic Development Agency

(Thaleda) was the main partner to the trust and really provided some great interventions. Some of the activities that took place

during Mandela Day involved cleaning, playing with children and giving of items such as heaters, cakes, cutlery, blankets and

dishes.

In the partnership with Thaleda, the trust managed to renovate the hawkers trading area in Simile in the main public road next

to Ekucathuleni crèche.

4.3.1 CONTRIBUTIONS AND SERVICES FOR THE EVENT

The following businesses and people contributed to the procurement of the services that were rendered during the day:

• NyalungaMbungela Attorneys - Mbombela

• Avax SA 181 cc - Mbombela

• Mbusi women construction and plants - Mbombela

• Zemanqhe Trading - Mbombela

• Vakasha Trading - Mbombela

• Dr Ntelele - Mbombela

• Dr Baloi - Mbombela

• Dr Kenny- Mbombela

• Department of Water Affairs - Mbombela

• Lwakithi Trading Enterprise -Sabie

• Sabie BP Filling Station

• Ms Norah Robinson - Sabie

• Thaleda - Sabie

• Thaba Chweu News

5. WAYFOWARD ON IMPLEMENTATION OF 2015 PROgRAMME OF ACTION

January: Back to School Uniform Campaign for Primary Schools

January: Impumelelo Educational Trust Awards

April: Career Expo

July: Mandela Day

September: Fund Raising weekend & 7 A side soccer tournament

November: Annual General Meeting for Trustees, Donors, Sponsors and contributing members of community

Every Saturdays: Extra teaching classes for Matriculants

Every Academic Term: Visit to our Bursary beneficiaries in their educational institutions

CONTACT INFORMATION

Sipho Dibakwane : 083 711 1304 / sipho@impumelelotrust.co.za

Sibusiso Lekhuleni:084 522 9953 / sibusiso@impumelelotrust.co.za

Victor Mbungela:072 996 9900 / victor@impumelelotrust.co.za

Tshidi Makhubedu:083 667 5183 /tshidi@impumelelotrust.co.za

Ethel Mdhluli:078 019 3377/ ethel@impumelelotrust.co.za

Nhlanhla Molapo : 0824183997/ nhlanhla@impumelelotrust.co.za

Simon Dibakoane: 073 636 3863 / simon@impumelelotrust.co.za

Innocent Mhlanga:0714697063/ innocent@impumelelotrust.co.za

Portia Mabilu:0834091441/info@impumelelotrust.co.za

Tshepo Maphanga: 072 664 9459 / info@impumelelotrust.co.za

Hazel Mashego: 078 550 6987 / hazel@impumelelotrust.co.za

Kedibone Mofolo: 0614999067 / kedibone@impumelelotrust.co.za

Letty Khumalo:0793175485/letty@impumelelotrust.co.za

Website: www.impumelelotrust.co.za–Facebook: www.facebook.com/impumelelo educational trust–Twitter: @impumelelotrust

For donations / contributions

Account Name: Impulelo Educational Trust–Account Number: 283083069–Standard Bank–Ref:– your name

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR DONORS:Victor Qondi Mbungela 5,000.00

Nonhlanhla Ann Molapo 4,000.00

Sipho Dibakwane 1,700.00

SP Mthombothi 1,350.00

Gugu Mbungela 1,350.00

Sbusiso Lekhuleni 1,000.00

Phepsile Ngobeni 1,000.00

Misty Mountain 1,000.00

Linda Mabuza 600.00

Unallocated 510.00

Shearo Nelspruit 300.00

Sipho Mogale 250.00

Innocent Mhlanga 100.00

18,610.00

2014 FINANCIAL REPORT AS AT 15 NOvEMBER 2014Opening Balance R22,283.57

Income Received R18,610.00

Expenses Incurred R864.57

Closing Balance R40,029.00