Way Of Life Academy NPO
DRIVEN BY PURPOSE, GUIDED BY COMPASSION
ESTABLISHED
2025
Who we are
Way Of Life Academy NPO is a registered non-profit organization (Reg: 319-239NPO) dedicated to community upliftment in Gauteng. Established in 2025, our mandate is to restore dignity to marginalized individuals by providing access to training, mentorship, and essential resources that foster personal and economic growth. We implement faith-inspired initiatives that equip youth, women, and adults with the 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 bridge the gap between faith and opportunity, nurturing holistic community growth through four strategic pillars:
- Skills Development for All: We provide practical training designed to enhance employability and entrepreneurship.
- Digital Learning & Literacy: We equip individuals with essential 21st-century digital skills to navigate the modern world.
- Entrepreneurship Training: We guide startups and small businesses toward long-term sustainability.
- Community Wellness: Our life skills workshops promote mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
- Infrastructure Projects: We revive spaces that support education, worship, and social cohesion.
Targeted Beneficiaries
We focus on empowering those facing social and economic challenges, specifically in the East Rand (Vosloorus) area:
- 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
Faith-Driven Infrastructure Development This initiative involves renovating an existing facility into a fully functional Masjid, Madrassah, and Dawah Centre. The project aims to provide a sacred space for worship, learning, and spiritual engagement, fostering unity and well-being within the Vosloorus community.
2. Peo Business Hub
From Seed to Success In partnership with WOL Academy and Barlo Projects, the Peo Business Hub is a township-based entrepreneurship support program.
- What we do: We provide skills training, business incubation, market access, and funding readiness support.
- Our Goal: To nurture local entrepreneurs and SMMEs, contributing to sustainable economic growth and job creation.
Management Team
Bafana Sibeko
Chairperson
Provides strategic direction, ensuring all initiatives align with our vision and long-term goals.
Teboho Phoofolo
Deputy Chair
Supports operational leadership and coordinates community programs and partnerships.
Sonto Dube
Secretary
Oversees administrative functions, record-keeping, and stakeholder communication.
Sibusiso Gamede
Treasurer
Manages financial accountability, budgeting, and donor reporting to ensure responsible fund usage.
Mariam Kazembe
Drives community engagement, outreach, and volunteer coordination.
Additional Member
Funding & Partnerships
Way Of Life Academy NPO operates through the generosity of individuals and organizations who share our commitment to transformation. Our funding model is built on transparency and accountability, ensuring every contribution directly supports our beneficiaries.
Collaboration Opportunities
We invite stakeholders from all sectors to join hands with us. Support can take many forms:
- Financial Contributions (Donor grants, sponsorships).
- In-Kind Donations (Goods, services, infrastructure materials).
- Volunteer Initiatives (Time and skills).
- Corporate Partnerships.
Compliance & Tax Benefits
We are committed to high governance standards. We are currently in the process of obtaining Public Benefit Organization (PBO) status and SARS Section 18A certification, which will allow donors to receive tax-deductible receipts.
Let's Get In Touch
WAY OF LIFE ACADEMY NPO
319-239NPO
915 Legwabe Street, Mabuya Park, Vosloorus, 1475
+27 63 905 4114