Masifundisane is an organization that was founded by Siphelele Bushula in the area of Philippi East on 11 June 2011 through the Gangsterism that took place in the area of Philippi East. Using a backyard, we had several 30 primary-age children around Road 5 in Philippi East with community protection. 

With the assistance of high school learners helping in tutoring, the number of children attending increased to 88 because learners were telling others about the homework and reading club. It was important for the organization to start looking for a bigger venue. We found a substantial garage in Marcus Garvey. We used that space for four years, during which 105 children benefited from the organization, before meeting with Beautiful Gate (an NPO in Philippi East). 

Then we started looking for space in Zanemfundo Primary School in 2015. That is the year that the organization began to expand, and we signed an agreement of partnership with Zanemfundo Primary School and have used that venue since for the educational after-school program. Later that year, we launched a Youth Development Programme and provided life skills sessions to 98 youth in Philippi East, enlarging our vision. 

In early 2016 the arrangement with the Zanemfundo Primary School ended, which resulted in the organization losing its venue. After losing the venue, we then partnered with Nobubele Educare Centre. Presently we support more than 110 beneficiaries, including children, young people, and families.

ORGANIZATION STATUS

Masifundisane is registered in South Africa as a Non-Profit Organisation (177-806 NPO) and a Public Benefit Organisation (930061943), with Section 18A status, which means that donations to Masifundisane are tax-deductible. You can deduct an amount up to the value of 10% of your taxable income.