Empower
Communities through
Skills Development Youth Empowerment Community Support

The Malesedi Foundation in Qwaqwa empowers communities through skills development, youth empowerment, and social support programs, fostering personal growth, employability, and sustainable opportunities for a stronger, self-reliant Free State.

About Us

Unlocking Potential,
Enabling Success

The Malesedi Foundation is a dedicated non-profit organization located in Qwaqwa, Free State, committed to uplifting local communities. We focus on providing comprehensive skills development programs, youth empowerment initiatives, and essential community support services. Through vocational training, mentorship, and personal growth workshops, we equip individuals with the knowledge and practical skills needed for employment and entrepreneurship. 

Our youth programs foster leadership, confidence, and innovation, while our community services address social challenges and create opportunities for sustainable development. By empowering people, we aim to transform lives, strengthen communities, and build a future where every individual can thrive with dignity, purpose, and independence.

Our Impact

The Services section highlights Malesdi Foundation’s programs, including skills development, youth empowerment, mentorship, and community support, designed to equip individuals with practical skills, knowledge, and opportunities for personal growth and sustainable success.

Skills Development
Programs

Offering vocational training, workshops, and mentorship to equip community members with employable skills.

Youth Empowerment
Initiatives

Programs focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal development for young people.

Community Support
Services

Assistance with basic needs, education support, and social development projects to uplift local residents.

Lives Impacted
1 +
Employability
5 %
Years of Operation
0
Beneficiaries
1 +

Support Us to Make
a Difference

The Donation section invites supporters to contribute to the Malesedi Foundation’s mission of empowering Qwaqwa communities. Your donations help fund skills development programs, youth empowerment initiatives, mentorship, and community support services. 

Every contribution enables us to provide practical training, educational resources, and opportunities for personal growth, creating sustainable impact. By donating, you directly support individuals in building brighter futures, fostering self-reliance, and strengthening the local community, ensuring that more people can thrive with dignity, skills, and confidence. Your generosity transforms lives and drives meaningful change across the region.

Our Volunteers

Our Volunteers play a vital role in the Malesedi Foundation, contributing time, skills, and passion to support programs, empower communities, mentor youth, and create lasting positive impact in Qwaqwa.

Malesedi Moloi

Malesedi Moloi

Founder & Director
Richard Swart

Richard Swart

Skills Development Facilitator
Noma Ndlovu

Noma Ndlovu

Community Outreach Volunteer
Thabo Molefe

Thabo Molefe

Mentorship Program Assistant
  • 2018 – Foundation Established

    The Malesedi Foundation was founded in Qwaqwa, Free State, to empower communities through skills development, youth programs, and social support initiatives.

  • 2019 – First Skills Program

    Launched our inaugural skills development program, equipping local youth and adults with practical vocational skills and mentorship opportunities for employment.

  • 2020 – Youth Empowerment Expansion

    Expanded youth empowerment initiatives, introducing leadership workshops, entrepreneurship training, and personal development programs across Qwaqwa communities.

  • 2021 – Community Outreach Projects

    Implemented community support services addressing education, social challenges, and resource distribution, positively impacting hundreds of residents annually.

  • 2022 – Mentorship Programs

    Introduced structured mentorship programs, connecting experienced volunteers with learners to guide career paths, skill growth, and personal development.

From vision to action,
changing lives permanently

Malesedi Foundation’s journey highlights a legacy of transforming Qwaqwa communities. From founding to launching skills development, youth empowerment, mentorship, and community support programs, each milestone reflects real, measurable impact. 

Through education, training, and sustainable initiatives, hundreds have been empowered, opportunities created, and self-reliance strengthened. This journey celebrates progress, resilience, and lasting change, showing how every achievement contributes to brighter futures and stronger, more vibrant communities.

Selected Skills

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Computer Literacy & IT Skills

8 Weeks
(2 Days Per Week)

Provides foundational computer skills, including MS Office, internet usage, email communication, and basic troubleshooting, enabling participants to navigate digital environments confidently.

Certification: Certificate of Completion

Small Business Management

10 Weeks
(3 Days Per Week)

Equips learners with essential business skills such as business planning, financial management, marketing strategies, and customer service, empowering participants to start or grow micro-enterprises.

Certification: Entrepreneurship Skills

Plumbing & Electrical Basics

12 Weeks
(Practical & Theory )

Offers hands-on training in basic plumbing and electrical work, including safety practices, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for residential and small-scale commercial projects.

Certification: Trade Skills Competency

Our Partners

Malesdi Foundation builds strong strategic partnerships with organizations, businesses, and community leaders to enhance programs, share resources, and expand opportunities, driving sustainable community development and creating lasting, meaningful impact.

Support Our Mission

Your donation to the Malesedi Foundation helps fund skills development, youth empowerment, and community support programs, creating opportunities, fostering growth, and transforming lives for a stronger, self-reliant Qwaqwa community.

23 Voortrekker Drive, Qwaqwa, Free State, South Africa | Phone: (058) 130 4568 | Email: admin@malesedi.org.za

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