Baphumelele
Training in Cape Town

Through the hard work, determination and help of the community and overseas friends, Baphumelele has developed into a thriving community project over the years.

The vision of Baphumelele is to provide a temporary shelter for vulnerable/orphaned children and young adults with chronic diseases and HIV/Aids, and to provide skills development for the unemployed, early childhood care, alleviation of poverty, and healthcare information to the community in Khayelitsha and surroundings, so that the lives of everyone we touch can become more productive and accepted individuals who make a difference within society. Through the hard work, determination, and help of the community and friends overseas, Baphumelele has developed into a thriving community project over the years. Mama Rosie is a visionary paradigm-shifter whose leadership and vision continue to grow and shape Baphumelele today. CAREGIVERS AND STAFF // We are is blessed with diligent caregivers, support staff members (including cooks, cleaning/laundry and groundskeepers), and full-time social workers. These employees receive compensation for their work, albeit at a very minimal level. Caregivers receive training to handle everyday situations in the home, as well as some health care training, which is vitally important when dealing with so many infants and toddlers. Caregivers work in shifts so the children are supervised at all times. They have supported the Baphumelele in numerous ways, such as lending accounting expertise to the management of our books, developing organisational systems, coordinating volunteers and visitors, assisting caregivers with trips to clinics and hospitals, and managing various projects. We are also privileged to work with both individuals and small groups who contribute in various ways on a short-term basis. Temporary volunteers come to us from the local community and from abroad. Some are able to offer a few months of service, whilst others will visit for only a few days. OUR COMMUNITY IN THE WESTERN CAPE // The immediate community is a driving force at Baphumelele. Community volunteers are an important part of the landscape at Baphumelele and we rely on them to work hand-in-hand with our permanent staff. Our Home in Khayelitsha Serving in the largest epidemic of HIV/Aids in the World. Our Projects Reaching the needy, in all walks of life, with education, support, empowerment, and care. Get Involved Touch the lives of vulnerable/orphaned children and others. Khayelitsha is home to one million people and over 14,000 orphans living in 43 square kilometers, many without access to sanitation, water, and electricity.