Our Story
Discover our history, meet our team, and learn about our valued sponsors and donors.
Hands of Hope – Children are the Future
Founded in 2001 by veteran Social Worker Mrs. Nomzamo Maqungu, the Duncan Village Drop-in Centre is a dynamic, community-rooted NGO based in East London, South Africa. Operating under the guiding slogan “Hands ofHope – Children are the Future,” the organization is committed to protecting vulnerable children and families through a range of impactful programs.
Our team
Our strength lies in our individuality. Set up by Mrs. Nomzamo Maqungu, the team strives to bring in the best talent in various fields, from Social workers to book keepers and principals.
Sinesipho P. Jakavula
Programs Manager and Social Worker
Boniswa Tshemese
Growing Together Garding Coordinator
Early Childhood Development Practitioner
Social Auxiliary Worker
Power Girls Facilitator - Langa C-Section
Somila Mdlalana
Project Manager
Social Worker
Lungiswa Siganga
Financial Administrator
Bookkeeper
Nonzaliseko Maqungo
Social Auxiliary Worker
Powergirls Coordinator
Boys Program Facilitator
Nomathamsanqa Ketani
Community Liason
Child & Youth Care Worker
ECD Practitioner
Powergirls Naledi C-section Facilitator
Vuyelwa Mahlahla
Powergirls Ford Langa Facilitator
Nokuthula Yose -
Safe Park Day Care Principal
ECD Practitioner
Powergirls Ford Naledi Facilitator
Social Auxiliary Worker
Zibele Patso
Caretaker
Orlando Somdaka
Gardener
Nontsikelelo Tshantshi
ECD Practitioner
Nutrition Coordinator - Chef
Nondumiso Soga
Change Agent
ECD Teacher Assistant
Our Location
Visit us at our headquarters to learn more about our mission and history.
Address
230 Ford St, Duncan Village, East London, 5201
Hours
8;30 AM - 4 PM