How Simcelile found purpose through the Computer Lab: In 2016, Simcelile Ngqakumbana suddenly lost his job and could no longer provide for his family. He had previously been the breadwinner, but as his unemployment stretched into 2017, despite his best … Continue reading →
Computer Lab is opening doors of opportunity Earlier this year we shared the exciting news of how our Computer Lab will be offering accredited ICDL courses to the Masi community. We are pleased to report that the first course kicked … Continue reading →
Computer Lab Project Manager and Assistant Finance manager Nyasha Sithole has just returned home from another exciting overseas adventure – once again sharing the news and achievements of Masicorp, as well as providing motivation for other librarians wanting to develop … Continue reading →
When last have you visited the Masiphumelele library? On any given day, you will find this centre a hub of activity, bustling with jobseekers, avid readers, and children and youth attending one of the many after school programmes. Did you … Continue reading →
Masiphumelele library is a key resource for the community, providing both standard library services and valuable outreach and educational programmes. However, many visitors to the library may not realise just how much of a model the library has become to … Continue reading →
At the end of last year we reported on the success of the graduates of the advanced computer literacy class held at Masiphumelele library. This is a programme that we were able to offer thanks to an overseas donation from a … Continue reading →
Many thanks are due to Masicorp volunteer Vicki Rattray who arranged Easter egg hunts for children from Masiphumelele creches over the Easter weekend. The egg hunts took place at Masiphumelele Library where Vicki was assisted by her sons Alex and … Continue reading →
Masicorp is involved in several English literacy projects in Masiphumelele, which play a crucial role in promoting educational and business success for children and adults in the community. Children who live near or below the poverty line have much lower … Continue reading →
Masicorp’s Mother & Toddler Group (Stay & Play) continues to be held at the Masiphumelele library and has been a big success throughout the year. Each week there are 10-25 toddlers attending (with their mothers). Our Facebook followers will have … Continue reading →
Masicorp volunteers from across all of our projects and many of the partners we work with in Masiphumelele gathered in the library yesterday for a well-earned ‘thank-you’ session. For several weeks now Masicorp’s founders John and Carol Thompson have been … Continue reading →
