We believe that all young people, no matter what their background, should have the opportunity to thrive.
Phumelela Project was set up in 2016 to empower the youth of eSwatini through knowledge, compassion and opportunity and is Eswatini's only dedicated NGO for young adults at risk. Our individually tailored programmes provide 18 - 25 year olds with counselling, education and training, to equip them with the tools needed to find stability in their lives, whilst empowering them to be confident, independent and valued members of society.
Why Phumelela?
Phumelela is a SiSwati word meaning "Striving to Succeed".
Why Phumelela?
Phumelela is a SiSwati word meaning "Striving to Succeed".
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Without the Phumelela Project, I'd be either on the streets or dead. Now I'm in education and looking forward to my future" |
Why eSwatini?
The Kingdom of eSwatini is a small landlocked country in southern Africa, with a rich history and beautiful landscape. It is also has the highest prevalence rate of HIV in the world (27.2%). This has substantially impacted eSwatini's socioeconomic development, with 63% of people living below the poverty line. It has also led to a breakdown in family support structures, with an astonishing 10% of the total population known to be orphans or vulnerable children. As a result of this, many of the young people we support grew up in orphanages, and we aim to bridge the gap between institutionalised care and eSwatini society.
