Maria Thamaga Foundation

11/04/2026

The Patron and Founder of the Maria Thamaga Foundation, Her Worship Maria Thamaga, would like to take this momentous opportunity to extend heartfelt congratulations to Jacob Thamaga, Secretary of the Foundation, on being conferred with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Linguistics from the University of the Western Cape.

This remarkable achievement is not only a personal milestone for Dr Thamaga, but also a proud moment for the Maria Thamaga Foundation, the Thamaga family, the community of Blouberg, Limpopo Province and the nation at large. His accomplishment stands as a powerful testament to the value of dedication, perseverance, and the transformative power of education.

Dr Thamaga is truly leading by example. As a Foundation, we take education very seriously, and we are confident that he will continue to give back meaningfully to communities through his work and commitment. We believe this distinguished qualification will open even greater doors for him as he continues to inspire and uplift others.

Notably, this is the first PhD in his entire family and only the second in his village, which is an extraordinary feat that underscores the magnitude of his accomplishment and serves as motivation for many aspiring scholars.

Once again, congratulations to Dr Jacob Thamaga on this exceptional achievement👏 🎈

09/02/2026

The Maria Thamaga Foundation demonstrated its commitment to local sports development by having its Chairperson Mme Maria Thamaga personally attend and support the Northern Pride Volleyball Club during the Limpopo Volleyball opening tournament, held on 7 February 2026 at the Peter Mokaba Outdoor Courts. The Chairperson congratulated the club on their outstanding performance after they secured gold medals in both the men’s and women’s categories in their first tournament. She further assured the young stars of her continued support as they progress in their volleyball journey.

02/02/2026

The Maria Thamaga Foundation was honoured to attend and support the Motsepe’s 3rd U/15 Annual Top 8 Football Tournament, held at Motsepe Sports Ground on 31 January – 1 February 2026.

The tournament was proudly organised by a young leader, Malokela Motsepe, and brought together eight teams from various parts of the Blouberg Local Municipality. It was also attended by Mr. Mapunya, Ward Councillor for BLM Ward 7.

Congratulations to the medalists:
🥇 Speed Point
🥈 Young Bank
🥉 Skepe

We applaud this powerful initiative that unites young boys through sport, keeping them engaged, focused, and away from substance abuse. We believe some of these players are future stars who will go on to represent big teams across the country.

The Foundation will return to assist with several challenges identified and continue supporting the growth and development of these young athletes.
Well done to all teams, organisers, and supporters

29/01/2026

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28/01/2026

Maria Thamaga Foundation presents the 2nd Annual Top 16 Soccer Tournament as follows;

📅 01–02 & 08–09 August 2026
📍 Senwabarwana Stadium, Blouberg

Big prizes to be won!

🥇 R60 000 + Kit, Trophy, Medals + Cow
🥈 R35 000 + Kit & Medals
🥉 R10 000 | 4️⃣ R10 000

Total at stake: R115 000 + Cow
Individual awards R2500

📌 Affiliation fee: R7000
📌 Deposit (non-refundable): R3500

📞 For more info:
Gymah Thamaga – 072 636 0122
Jacob Thamaga – 072 594 5972
Thabiso Magosi (Media) - +27 (71) 433-1698

Register now and secure your spot!

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25/12/2025

Wishing you and your families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

23/08/2025

23/08/2025

Happy Birthday Mme Maria Thamaga & Mr. Alpheus Thamaga! 🎉

The Maria Thamaga Foundation would like to take this momentous opportunity to wish a heartfelt Happy Birthday to our esteemed founder, Mme Maria Thamaga, and her husband, Mr. Alpheus Thamaga, who both celebrate their birthdays today.

This year’s celebration is particularly special, coming just weeks after Mme Thamaga officially launched the Foundation and hosted a successful Top 16 Charity Tournament — one of her flagship initiatives dedicated to giving back to the community.

Mme Maria Thamaga remains a beacon of hope and transformation. Her life journey is a powerful testament to resilience, passion, and purpose. Despite facing early challenges in accessing education, she pursued ABET and later furthered her studies through various institutions of higher learning — inspiring countless others to follow in her footsteps.

She is currently serving her second term in the ANC Limpopo, as well as playing a significant role in the ANC Women’s League in the province. Most notably, she is the longest-serving councillor and currently serves as the Honourable Mayor, with a remarkable track record of service to her community. Her unwavering commitment to public service has earned her recognition from SALGA and other continental organisations for exemplary leadership.

We honour and celebrate Mme Maria Thamaga for her selfless service and dedication to uplifting lives across the municipality and Limpopo at large. We also extend our appreciation to her husband, Mr. Alpheus Thamaga, for his continued support and partnership throughout the years.

Happy Birthday to both of you! May your day be filled with joy, and may you be blessed with many more years of good health, happiness, and impactful service.

With gratitude and admiration,
The Maria Thamaga Foundation

13/08/2025

Congratulations to all the special award winners at the 2025 Maria Thamaga Foundation Top 16 Charity Games! Your dedication and achievements have truly inspired us all.

1. Coach of the Tournament – PSG Coach: Your leadership and tactics were truly top-class.

2. Goalkeeper of the Tournament – Chipezeze (PSG): Rock solid between the posts — a wall no one could break!

3. Top Goal Scorer & Player of the Tournament – Ferari (90 Minutes): A phenomenal force on the pitch — goals, skill, and heart!

4. Young Player of the Tournament – Eliajah Banda (90 Minutes): A rising star with a bright future — keep shining!

Each winner walked away with trophies, R1,000 cash, T-shirts, bottles, and hats—courtesy of the Maria Thamaga Foundation, Standard Bank, Peace Guards, De Beers Mining and Mellinium Transport.

Well done to all!

11/08/2025

It felt like a dream when we first posted about PSG being the favourites and the most decorated team at the Maria Thamaga Foundation Top 16 Charity Games — and they’ve now lived up to that reputation!
PSG have officially proven why they’re the best at the moment by emerging as the champions of the 2025 Maria Thamaga Foundation Top 16 Charity Games!

After a tightly contested final that ended in 0-0 against a resilient 90 Minutes FC, PSG held their nerve and secured the title with a thrilling 8-7 victory in the penalty shootout.

The champions, PSG, walked away with:

💰 R70,000 cash prize
🐄 Cow
🏆 Trophy
🎖️ Medals
👕 Playing kit

The runners-up, 90 Minutes FC, were rewarded with:
💰 R40,000 cash prize
🎖️ Medals
👕 Playing kit

Semi-finalists Ba Bina Diphoofolo and Gorogang each received R10,000 for their strong performances in the tournament.

Congratulations to PSG and all the participating teams for making this tournament an exciting and memorable event!