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Etafeni is a multi-purpose centre for children affected by HIV/AIDS and their caregivers in Nyanga,

The Etafeni Centre is situated in Nyanga, one of the oldest black townships in Cape Town. The community of Nyanga faces severe unemployment and high HIV rates. Once known as having the highest crime rate in Cape Town, Nyanga is slowly improving through the efforts of community members who are working hard to alleviate poverty and create job opportunities. WHAT WE DO

The Trust, in partnership with the local community, has built a multi-purpose day care centre in Nyanga which prioritizes the needs of vulnerable children, and those who care for them. With over 12 different programmes, the Etafeni Centre is always busy and provides a beautiful space and shelter for members of the community. OUR VISION

The Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust has developed a replicable model of holistic sustainable community-based care for HIV affected and vulnerable children and their caregivers. We hope that the model will flourish beyond Etafeni in South Africa and all AIDS-affected developing countries to address the needs of vulnerable children and their communities. OUR STORE

As a part of our efforts, Etafeni runs a programme that trains HIV-infected mothers in beadwork, smocking, patchwork, and various other craft-making skills. The products are produced at Etafeni and sold locally and internationally, giving our HIV+ mothers an income.

03/11/2026

🌱 FROM OUR GARDEN TO OUR LITTLE ONES' PLATES! 🥬❤️

A fresh harvest of beetroot from Etafeni's garden! Our homegrown produce will help provide nutritious meals for our ECD learners, reminding us of the importance of food security, healthy eating and growing together as a community.

Every harvest is a little reminder that when we nurture our resources, we nourish our future!

Be part of Etafeni's 25th Anniversary Legacy Campaign. Adopt a space and help us maintain and improve our centre so we can continue creating opportunities and nurturing children to learn, grow and thrive.

Together, let's build hope, restore dignity and strengthen our community!

03/11/2026

🧵 CREATIVITY, SKILLS & OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH SEWING!

A glimpse into the activities taking place in our Sewing Department! Through sewing, participants continue to develop practical skills, creativity and opportunities for growth.

As Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust celebrates 25 years of building hope, restoring dignity and strengthening community, we invite you to be part of our legacy.

Help us maintain and improve our centre by adopting a space at Etafeni. Your contribution will help us continue creating an environment where our community can learn, grow and thrive.

Partner with us and leave a lasting legacy!

30/10/2026

💻EMPOWERING YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH DIGITAL SKILLS!

What could change for a young person who learns to earn online? This week, Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust welcomed the Social Enterprise Academy South Africa for a two-day learning experience with young people from Nyanga.

Participants explored Artificial Intelligence (AI), the basics of digital marketing and the Digital Income Youth Accelerator learning platform, while taking their first steps towards building their own digital portfolios.

Every participant received a certificate, marking an important step in their learning journey.

We are proud to be part of initiatives that equip young people with relevant skills, open doors to new opportunities and encourage them to explore the possibilities of the digital economy.

As we celebrate 25 years of building hope, restoring dignity and strengthening our community, our 25th Anniversary Legacy Campaign remains active. Partner with us to help create more opportunities for our community! 💚💛

29/10/2026

💚💛 ETAFENI AT THE SHARE CONFERENCE 2026!

Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust is proudly represented by our Director, Fundraising Officer and Programme Manager at Kinderfonds MAMAS SHARE Conference 2026.

The conference provided an opportunity to connect with other organisations, share experiences, exchange knowledge and learn ways to strengthen our work with children and communities.

Our team also had the opportunity to market and sell beautifully sewn items from Etafeni’s Sewing Training Department, showcasing the creativity and skills developed through our sewing initiative.

As we celebrate our 25th Anniversary, our Legacy Campaign remains active! Businesses, trusts and individuals are invited to partner with us or adopt a space to help maintain and improve our facilities. Together, let’s continue building hope, restoring dignity and strengthening our community. 💚💛

28/10/2026

ETAFENI CHILDREN’S SUMMIT 2026
Our Voices, Our Rights, Our Future

Every child deserves to be heard, protected and empowered to shape a brighter future! 🌟

Join us on 7 November 2026 at Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust for our Children’s Summit, bringing together children, community organisations and stakeholders to promote children’s rights, leadership, safety and wellbeing.

As part of Etafeni’s 25th Legacy Campaign, we are calling on community organisations, corporate partners, businesses, donors and individuals to stand with us in continuing our legacy of empowering children, supporting families and strengthening our community. We welcome partnerships and contributions that will help us create lasting opportunities for the children and families we serve.

💛 Be part of Etafeni’s legacy! Partner with us, contribute to our 25th Legacy Campaign and help us build a future where every child’s voice matters.

📅 Date: 7 November 2026
📍 Venue: Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust

27/10/2026

🌟 MEET OUR NEW PROPERTY MANAGER!

Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust is delighted to welcome our new Property Manager Mr Sikholiwe Kokolo to the team! 💚 We look forward to the positive changes he will bring in maintaining and improving our facilities to create a safe, welcoming environment for our community.
As we celebrate 25 years of building hope, restoring dignity and strengthening community, we invite you to be part of our journey.

Partner with us through our 25th Anniversary Legacy Campaign to restore and improve Etafeni’s spaces. Together, we can build a lasting legacy!

🌐 Visit www.etafeni.org.za to find out how you can support us.

23/10/2026

🐝📚 SPELLING BEE COMPETITION: LEARNING, CONFIDENCE AND TEAMWORK! 💚💛

Today, our Afterschool programme hosted an exciting Spelling Bee Competition featuring our PowerBoys and PowerGirls beneficiaries, including learners from Ikamva Labantwana, an organisation in partnership with Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust.

The competition gave learners an opportunity to showcase their spelling skills, grow their confidence, challenge themselves and learn from one another in a fun and encouraging environment. Every word spelled was a chance to learn, and every participant demonstrated the courage to step forward and give their best! 🌟👏

At Etafeni, we believe that learning goes beyond the classroom. Through activities like these, we continue to create opportunities for children and young people to develop their knowledge, confidence and potential.

A big congratulations to all the participants, and thank you to everyone who helped make this activity possible!

As we celebrate 25 years of building hope, restoring dignity and strengthening community, our 25th Anniversary Legacy Campaign remains active. Join us in supporting Etafeni to create more opportunities for our children and young people. 💚

23/10/2026

A HEARTFELT THANK YOU!💚

Today, we celebrate and appreciate our wonderful volunteer from Good Hope Volunteers for the time, dedication and effort he contributed to Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust. From supporting our Afterschool activities to assisting in our Early Childhood Development (ECD) programme, your contribution has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our children.

A sincere thank you to Good Hope Volunteers for connecting us with dedicated volunteers who share their time, skills and kindness with our community. Your support helps us continue creating opportunities for our children to learn, grow and thrive.

We appreciate you! 💚💛

Together, let’s continue building hope, restoring dignity and strengthening our community. Our 25th Anniversary Legacy Campaign is still active join us in making a lasting impact!

23/10/2026

💡✨ The lights are on, and so are the possibilities! Every child deserves a safe space to learn, grow and shine. Together, let’s keep the light of opportunity shining bright!

Unity Bridge The Learning Trust

22/10/2026

💡 LIGHTS ON AFTERSCHOOL: BRIGHT FUTURES START AFTER SCHOOL! 🌟

Today, 22 October, Etafeni Day Care Centre Trust joined the celebration of Lights On Afterschool Day, highlighting the importance of afterschool programmes in helping children learn, grow and reach their full potential.

Afterschool programmes offer more than just activities after the school day. They create opportunities for children to develop their skills, explore their creativity, build confidence and discover new possibilities in a safe and supportive environment.

At Etafeni, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Through our Afterschool Programme, we continue working towards brighter futures for children and stronger communities.

📸 Here are some moments from our Lights On Afterschool celebration!

💚 Help us keep the light shining! Our 25th Anniversary Legacy Campaign is still active. Join us in building hope, restoring dignity and strengthening our community by supporting or partnering with Etafeni.
Unity Bridge The Learning Trust YearBeyond

Address

Sihume Road
Nyanga
7750

Opening Hours

Monday	08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 16:30
Thursday	08:30 - 16:30
Friday	08:30 - 15:30

Telephone

+27213861516

Website

http://www.etafeni.org/

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