Our Story

About Threads for iKasi Foundation

Weaving hope and dignity into the fabric of our communities through education support and empowerment initiatives.

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Our Mission

To empower underprivileged children and youth through comprehensive education support, ensuring they have the tools, resources, and dignity needed to succeed in their academic journey and beyond.

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Our Vision

A South Africa where every child, regardless of their socio-economic background, can attend school with dignity, confidence, and all the necessary resources to achieve their full potential.

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Our Values

Ubuntu • Dignity • Empowerment • Education • Community • Transparency • Sustainability • Compassion

Our Journey

Founded in 2024, Threads for iKasi Foundation emerged from a simple yet powerful observation: too many children in our communities were missing school or attending with damaged uniforms that affected their confidence and learning experience.

What started as a small initiative to provide school uniforms to a handful of learners in Tembisa has grown into a comprehensive support system reaching thousands of children across multiple schools in Gauteng.

Our founders, driven by the Ubuntu philosophy - "I am because we are" - believed that by addressing the basic dignity needs of learners, we could unlock their potential and transform entire communities. This belief continues to guide everything we do.

Today, Threads for iKasi Foundation is a registered Non-Profit Organization (NPO: 2024/352240/08) working tirelessly to ensure that no child's education is compromised due to lack of proper uniforms or essential dignity items.

Our Leadership Team

Dedicated individuals committed to transforming lives through education

Khabo Mnguni ACMA CGMA

Khabo Mnguni ACMA CGMA

Founder & CEO

Khabo Mnguni, our Chairperson, boasts over 12 years of corporate expertise in the energy sector, with a focus on financial modelling, marketing strategy, and risk management. As a co-founder, her leadership is instrumental in advancing the mission of our foundation.

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Khosi Nkoko

Khosi Nkoko

Secretary

Khosi Nkoko brings over 12 years of invaluable experience in the garment industry, specialising in apparel design and production. After a decade spent founding and leading her own brand, 'Unbuttond Clothing', she now channels her extensive knowledge and innovative vision into her role as a dedicated secretary for the foundation.

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Our Partners & Supporters

Together, we're making a difference

We're grateful for the support of numerous individuals, businesses, and organizations who share our vision. Our partners include local businesses, schools, community organizations, and generous individual donors who believe in the power of education to transform lives.

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Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us provide uniforms and dignity to children who need it most.

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