ABOUT US

We are a non-profit, non-governmental organisation that specialises in providing care and support to orphans and abandoned or abused children of Somerset East. The Siyakhulisa Trust was established in February 2008 in an attempt to raise funds to address the problems faced by the children of this beautiful town. We truly believe that we can and will make a difference. Read our Mission Statement.

WHERE ARE WE?

In the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, about 180 km north of Port Elizabeth, and nestled below the wooded slopes of the Boschberg Mountains, you will find the quaint little town of Somerset East. Noted for its beauty and no less than 16 waterfalls it sounds like the perfect place for young families to raise their children. Unfortunately all is not well in Somerset East.  It is no secret that it is also home to hundreds of AIDS orphans and abused and abandoned children. Read more...

OUR FOSTER HOMES PROJECT

We have embarked on an avid fund-raising campaign in order to begin a project that we believe is a much needed initiative and will provide a safe environment for children in need of care and protection and who have no other placement options available to them. Read more...

WHERE HAVE WE HELPED?

The Siyakhulisa Working Committee has been rendering assistance at an existing Children’s Home in Somerset East by supplementing the food bill, raising funds and collecting donations of food and clothing. Read more...