Building brighter futures
What we are
iKhethelo Children's Village (formerly Makaphutu Children's Village) is a registered Child & Youth Care Centre (CYCC) - a loving home for orphaned & vulnerable children based in Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa. iKhethelo was established over 20 years ago by the Hillcrest Rotary in response to the HIV Aids pandemic in Kwazulu-Natal.
iKhethelo means, 'Chosen Ones,' in isiZulu.
iKhethelo is a registered NPO & Child & Youth Care Centre and compliant with the regulations set out by the Department of Social Development.
What we do
iKhethelo provides a loving home for up to 50 children. Children live in homes of up to 8 children per home with a house mother. Each child is loved, cared for and given every opportunity to lead a successful life.
Together, these four pillars form the foundation of everything we do as we work towards one vision: Building Brighter Futures.
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We believe every child has been created by God with a unique purpose and a hopeful future. Inspired by Jeremiah 29:11, we nurture each child's spiritual journey through Christian values, discipleship, prayer, and the love of a family environment, helping them discover who they are and who God has called them to be.
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Healthy children are better equipped to learn, grow, and reach their full potential. We provide nutritious meals, quality medical care, emotional support, and opportunities for sport and recreation, ensuring every child is cared for physically, mentally, and emotionally.
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Education is one of the greatest gifts we can give a child. We strive to provide access to quality, fee-paying schools wherever possible, along with academic support, tutoring, career guidance, and life skills, equipping each young person to build a brighter future.
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Children flourish in environments where they feel safe, loved, and valued. We create homes that offer stability, security, and belonging, while fostering positive relationships, emotional wellbeing, and spaces where children can heal, grow, and dream again.
The impact we make
25+ years of sustained child protection and care
Dozens of graduates successfully integrated into the workforce
Generational poverty cycles broken through love & education
Reduced risk of crime, substance abuse, and exploitation
Young leaders emerging from backgrounds of deep vulnerability
Every child who arrives carries a story of hardship.
Every child who leaves carries qualifications, confidence, and hope.
Be part of the impact
Become a monthly donor
Sponsor a specific need (education, security, food, transport)
Offer work experience or apprenticeships
Volunteer your time for an hour, a day, a month or a season.
Introduce us to others who may want to invest in the future of our children
“What stands out most is the genuine commitment to giving every child the opportunity to thrive. From education and healthcare to creating a safe, loving home, the impact is extraordinary. I would encourage anyone looking to make a real difference to support this incredible work.”
— David Classens, Energy Drive Compliance
SECTION 18A CHARITY
REG: 2001/004117/08
PBO NO: 18/11/13/358
NPO NO: 215-074
BBB-EE: LEVEL 1
iKhethelo is compliant with the regulations set out by the Department of Social Development (DSD).
Donors can receive Section 18A Tax Certificates & may claim points in terms of the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Act No. 53 of 2003.
Get in touch
D826 Manqoba Drive, Bothas Hill, Kwazulu-Natal, 3660, South Africa