We recently reported on the introduction of art therapy into our ECD provision in Masiphumelele. Under the guidance of Yandiswa Mazwane, a local art therapist from Masiphumelele, the program has proven to be a big success. Art therapy is a … Continue reading →
The coming and going of cyclists from Songezo Jim’s cycling academy has become a regular sight since the professional cyclist started renting space at Chasmay Road. Songezo was aided in his move to the new premises by AWOL Tours who … Continue reading →
There was some great news to start the new year for Masi Educare, when the pre-school received its official registration certificate from the Department of Social Development (DSD). Here is school principal Lindi Hangana proudly showing off the formal document. … Continue reading →
Last week we had the opportunity to sat farewell to Doreen Zanyiwe who formally retired from her role as the head of Ikhaya Labantwana Crèche in Masiphumelele. Masicorp has a long history with Doreen that goes back to 2001 when … Continue reading →
It is pleasing to know that something good came out of the load shedding period that South Africa experienced during 2008. On one of those long dark nights in Johannesburg, Sarah Collins leapt out of bed at two in the … Continue reading →
We are always grateful to the many volunteers that give their time to support our educational projects. Recently we were pleased to receive assistance from Kate Meeser from the Department of Sport Science at Stellenbosch University. Kate gave her time … Continue reading →
We are delighted to show the latest developments made at Masi Educare. Most of the external work is now completed on the new classrooms. Attention has switched to fitting out the interior. Many thanks to Masicorp volunteer Paul Dibley for … Continue reading →
Last Wednesday we held a parents evening at Masi Educare and were delighted at the strong turnout from the community. Around 60 parents attended and were given a tour of the new facilities and an update on the likely completion … Continue reading →
Steady progress is being made at Masi Educare pre-school. We last reported on the preparatory work for the delivery of new classrooms back in May. It is pleasing to see how much has been achieved in the months since then … Continue reading →
As part of our seedlings programme to support Early Childhood Development (ECD) we are committed to providing training for the staff of the crèches in Masiphumelele. Last week we held a certificate ceremony for staff from 19 crèches (15 in … Continue reading →