Way Of Life Academy NPO
DRIVEN BY PURPOSE, GUIDED BY COMPASSION
ESTABLISHED
2025
About the Organisation
Way Of Life Academy NPO is a registered non-profit organization dedicated to community upliftment through education, faith, and social development. Founded in 2025, the organization seeks to restore dignity and opportunity to marginalized individuals by providing access to training, mentorship, and essential resources that foster both personal and economic growth.
The NPO’s mandate is to implement faith-inspired community development initiatives that equip youth, women, and adults with skills, knowledge, and values necessary to build resilient, self-reliant communities.
VISION
To build a society where faith, education, and opportunity work together to restore dignity and transform communities.
MISSION
To empower individuals through accessible education, community development, and faith-driven initiatives that promote self-reliance, integrity, and social unity.
CORE VALUES
- Compassion: We serve with empathy and love for humanity.
- Honesty: Integrity defines our work and relationships.
- Patience: We believe lasting change grows over time.
- Servitude: Service to others is at the heart of our purpose.
- Education: Knowledge is the seed of empowerment and progress.
Key Focus Areas
Our programs are designed to bridge the gap between faith and opportunity, nurturing holistic community growth through:
- Skills Development for All: Providing practical training that enhances employability and entrepreneurship.
- Digital Learning & Literacy: Equipping individuals with 21st-century digital skills.
- Entrepreneurship Training: Guiding startups and small businesses toward sustainability.
- Community Wellness & Life Skills Workshops: Promoting mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
- Essential Community Infrastructure Projects: Reviving spaces that support education, worship, and social cohesion.
Way Of Life Academy NPO empowers individuals from all walks of life — especially those facing social and economic challenges — through education, skills training, and development programs that promote self-reliance and community growth.
- Youth and Students: Empowering young people through education, mentorship, and skills training to prepare them for meaningful careers or entrepreneurship.
- Unemployed Men and Women: Supporting adults with skills development and wellness programs that build confidence and open doors to economic independence.
- Local Entrepreneurs and SMMEs: Strengthening township-based businesses through the Peo Business Hub’s incubation, mentorship, and market access initiatives.
- Broader Community Members within Gauteng: Serving families and communities in Vosloorus and surrounding areas through faith-driven, educational, and social development projects.
Current Projects
1. The Muswallah Project
A faith-driven community development initiative that involves renovating an existing facility into a Masjid, Madrassah, and Dawah Centre.
This project aims to provide a sacred space for worship, learning, and spiritual engagement — fostering unity and well-being within the Vosloorus community and beyond.
2. Peo Business Hub
In partnership with WOL Academy and Barlo Projects, Peo Business Hub is a township-based entrepreneurship and business support program.
It provides skills training, business incubation, market access, and funding readiness support to local entrepreneurs and SMMEs. The Hub’s mission is to nurture small businesses “from seed to success,” contributing to sustainable economic growth and job creation.
Management Team
Bafana Sibeko
Chairperson
Provides strategic direction and oversight, ensuring all initiatives align with the organization’s vision and long-term goals.
Teboho Phoofolo
Deputy Chair
Supports operational leadership and assists in coordinating community programs and partnerships.
Sonto Dube
Secretary
Oversees administrative functions, record-keeping, and communication between the board and stakeholders.
Sibusiso Gamede
Treasurer
Manages financial accountability, budgeting, and donor reporting to ensure transparent and responsible fund usage.
Mariam Kazembe
Additional Member
Contributes to community engagement, outreach, and volunteer coordination, helping strengthen the organization’s grassroots impact.
Funding & Partnerships
Way Of Life Academy NPO operates through the generosity and collaboration of individuals, organizations, and partners who share our commitment to social and economic transformation. Our funding model is built on transparency, accountability, and sustainable impact — ensuring that every contribution directly supports the communities we serve.
Funding Sources
The organization’s initiatives are primarily supported through:
- Donor grants,
- Sponsorships
- Community-based fundraising events.
These contributions enable us to implement training programs, infrastructure projects, and empowerment initiatives that bring lasting change to the East Rand and beyond.
Collaboration Opportunities
We believe in the power of partnerships and invite stakeholders from all sectors to join hands with us in building a stronger, more inclusive society. Support can take many forms, including:
- Financial Contributions
- In-Kind Donations
- Volunteer-Based Initiatives
- Corporate Partnerships:
Compliance & Transparency
Way Of Life Academy NPO is committed to maintaining high standards of governance and accountability. The organization is currently in the process of obtaining Public Benefit Organization (PBO) status and SARS Section 18A certification, which will enable donors to receive tax-deductible receipts and further strengthen confidence in our financial stewardship.
Together with our partners, we strive to create measurable impact — empowering individuals, uplifting communities, and building a legacy of purpose and compassion.
Let's Get In Touch
WAY OF LIFE ACADEMY NPO
319-239NPO
915 Legwabe Street, Mabuya Park, Vosloorus, 1475
+27 63 905 4114