Award for outstanding commitment to medicine, development aid and public health
Dr. Hugo Tempelman, founder of the Ndlovu Care Group and namesake of the Hugo Tempelman Foundation, has been appointed Extraordinary Professor in the academic program of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria. This position honors not only his scientific work and publication activities, but also his holistic approach to medical and social development aid in South Africa.
The appointment recognizes his decades-long commitment to practical and charitable healthcare – especially in the fight against HIV/AIDS, in building resilient healthcare systems and in linking medical care, education and social participation.
“This appointment is not only a personal award, but a recognition for all those who work with me to improve the living conditions of people in South Africa. It reminds us that real change only happens when we combine our expertise with empathy and responsibility.” – Dr. Hugo Tempelman
The Hugo Tempelman Foundation is proud to be associated with such a visionary thinker and doer. Our warmest congratulations!
By providing free menstrual hygiene products, the Hugo Tempelman Foundation and the German Postcode Lottery are improving menstrual hygiene and sustainably strengthening the educational opportunities of girls in South Africa.
The Hugo Tempelman Foundation is working with the German Postcode Lottery to improve educational opportunities for girls in South Africa. Recently, our PowerGirls received monthly hygiene products as part of a large-scale campaign, which we financed in a joint fundraising campaign.
At an information event, which required a great deal of empathy on this topic, the PowerMamas educated the girls about personal hygiene and its importance. After all, access to hygiene products is not just a question of health – it is also about dignity, self-confidence and unrestricted access to education.
Millions of girls in South Africa regularly miss school due to a lack of menstrual hygiene. This initiative provides a remedy: with the production and free distribution of sanitary towels by the Ndlovu Care Group – made possible by our foundation and the Postcode Lottery – we give girls a bit of normality and security on their way into the future.
Our common goal: No girl should be excluded from education because of her period.
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Lack of menstrual hygiene as a barrier to education
Millions of girls in South Africa cannot afford menstrual hygiene products. A lack of education, inadequate sanitary facilities and financial hardship mean that many girls stay away from school during their periods. This not only affects their educational opportunities, but can also lead to health risks.
Support from the Hugo Tempelman Foundation
To counteract this problem, the Hugo Tempelman Foundation, with financial support from the German Postcode Lottery, enables the production of monthly hygiene products. These are distributed free of charge to affected girls via the Ndlovu Care Group.
Sustainable impact on education and health
The provision of these products has far-reaching positive effects: As well as reducing health risks, the girls can attend classes regularly, boost their self-confidence and improve their future prospects.
“For many young girls, the lack of hygiene products means they miss school and struggle with feelings of shame. This initiative gives them the opportunity to focus on their education and participate in social life without worry,” explained the Ndlovu Care Group.
Future prospects for young women
The commitment of the Hugo Tempelman Foundation not only overcomes acute challenges, but also sets a long-term course for a better future for young women in South Africa.
Potatoes were planted at the Ndlovu/Lefas Farm these days with a great deal of dedication and commitment.
Ndlovu Farm as a holistic training and inclusion project
The Ndlovu Farm/Lefas Farm was established with the primary aim of providing people in the area with the necessary agricultural skills to secure or even improve their livelihoods. The project functions as an education and training center where participants can receive training and gain practical experience in growing crops as well as in sales and accounting. This holistic approach aims not only to strengthen the individual skills of the participants, but also to make a sustainable contribution to economic empowerment and food security for the entire community. In particular, participants in the support program for disabled and impaired children and young people are also trained here in order to create a livelihood for themselves and their families. The story of Evonne Ndlala, a young woman from the Ndlovu Care Group‘s Jorishaus program, is particularly inspiring.
Evonne’s path to independence
Evonne received medical care and support early on due to her challenges at school. Her development was characterized by health challenges: After birth, she was diagnosed with tuberculosis and had to undergo intensive medical treatment. She also struggled with developmental delays, which made her school career more difficult. Despite these challenges, she always showed great fighting spirit.
Evonne is the youngest of four children and grew up in a stable family with both parents working and acting as her main providers. Her family always supported her, even when her school career was difficult. She repeated several grades until she finally moved to a boarding school for children with special needs. There she finally found the support she needed before transferring to Jorishaus.
The Jorishaus as a pioneer for inclusion
Thanks to the loving and targeted support of the Ndlovu Care Group, she has been able to make incredible progress over the years. Today, she is not only a dedicated employee of Ndlovu Farm, but has also found her voice: She acts as a spokesperson for her peers and inspires many with her story.
The Jorishaus, which opened in 2017 with the support of the Hugo Tempelman Foundation, has set a milestone in inclusion work. Thanks to the generous financial support from ENERGETIX Bingen, young people with disabilities have been given a perspective. In particular, the establishment of practical training programs, such as in brick production and agricultural work on the Ndlovu farm, enables them to lead independent lives. These were set up with the financial support of the DEUTSCHE POSTCODE LOTTERY . Together for an inclusive future
Evonne impressively demonstrates that inclusion is not just a vision, but a living reality. She is the best example of the success of this program and how important it is to give people with special challenges the opportunity to develop.
The Hugo Tempelman Foundation would like to thank ENERGETIX Bingen and the German Postcode Lottery for their tireless support! Together we can create real change.
Last week, the Bloempoort Campus opened its doors after the vacations for the Chill Hub – the after-school care program of the Ndlovu Care Group (After School Program (ASP)). The new eighth graders were warmly welcomed. Previous students spoke about how the ASP has had a positive impact on their lives. The ASP offers not only homework supervision and tutoring by subject teachers, but also chill hubs for self-study and relaxation, a computer lab for academic research and career counseling, and a variety of recreational activities. The Hugo Tempelman Foundation has supported this facility from the very beginning. For some time now, with financial help from the German Postcode Lottery. With its annual financial support, it makes a significant contribution to maintaining and expanding these programs. Here’s to another exciting chapter full of new developments and learning in 2025!
The Ndlovu Youth Choir, which has been supported by the Hugo Tempelman Foundation since it was founded, impressively demonstrates how music can build bridges between cultures and continents. In 2023, the choir from the South African township of Moutse traveled to Berlin to be part of an extraordinary musical project together with the Vokalhelden youth choir of the Berliner Philharmoniker. The support of the Postcode Lottery Germany made this stay possible.
This special encounter was documented as part of the KiKA documentary series “Schau in meine Welt! Under the title “Singen verbindet! – Vocal heroes meet Ndlovu”, the episode accompanies the two choirs during an intensive workshop in the Berlin Philharmonic Hall. The highlight of the project: an unforgettable joint performance at the Brandenburg Gate.
Since its foundation in 2009, the Ndlovu Youth Choir has established itself as a cultural ambassador for South Africa. The choir offers young people from difficult backgrounds a stage on which they can develop their musical talents, strengthen their self-confidence and draw hope. With a unique blend of South African rhythms, dance and traditional singing, the choir inspires audiences worldwide – from performances in townships to international stages such as “America’s Got Talent”.
In Berlin, the Ndlovu Youth Choir proved once again how unifying music can be. The collaboration with the Berlin “vocal heroes” led to an exchange that went far beyond music. 14-year-old Clara, a member of the Berlin youth choir, spoke enthusiastically in the documentary about how inspiring and harmonious the collaboration with the guests from South Africa was.
The documentary “Singen verbindet! – Vocal heroes meet Ndlovu” is still available in the ARD Mediathek. Experience the moving story of the Ndlovu Youth Choir and the magical connection between music and community!
The Hugo Tempelman Foundation (HTS) has been supporting the inclusion work of the Ndlovu Care Group (NCG) for years. Thanks in particular to the generous financial support of ENERGETIX Bingen and its dedicated employees and sales partners, real change has been achieved.
A milestone in this collaboration was the opening of the Jorishaus in 2017, which laid the foundation for bringing children and young people with disabilities out of the shadows of prejudice and discrimination. Many of the children affected used to be seen as “God’s punishment”, ostracized and literally hidden away by their families. Today, Jorishaus offers them a place in society – a chance to develop their full potential.
From the very beginning, Bild hilft e.V. “Ein Herz für Kinder” has been at the side of this project. With their support, a bus was provided to pick up the children from their homes every day and bring them safely to daycare – and back again in the evening. This transport option is an essential part of the program and enables many children to participate in the first place.
Individual support for a better future The Ndlovu Care Group’s day care center looks after children with a wide range of disabilities – from mild intellectual impairments to severe cerebral disorders. Under the loving and professional care of the trained staff, the children make remarkable progress.
Many of these children have now grown into adolescents, and the support of the Ndlovu Care Group does not end there. Today, Jorishaus also offers training programs that enable the young adults to become independent. The former “problem children” who were once hidden away by society are now not only able to fend for themselves, but have often become the main breadwinners for their families.
A key sponsor for this is Postcode Lotterie Deutschland, which provided significant funding for the construction of the vocational school. This facility has a section, brick production, in which young people with disabilities receive practical training. This creates prospects and gives them the chance of an independent and self-determined life.
An example of change: The story of Nkhesani Manganyi Nkhesani Manganyi, now 20 years old, was born with developmental delays and severely impaired speech. His single mother overcame all challenges under difficult circumstances and ensured that he received medical help. Despite his disability, Nkhesani is able to lead a full life thanks to the support of the Ndlovu Care Group.
Nkhesani blossomed in his participation in NCG’s programs. He works in brick production at NCG, where he is responsible for the precise management of materials as the “master of counting”. This has completely changed his position within the family: He is the one who contributes significantly to the livelihood of his family, who are building a new home thanks to his help.
Nkhesani is also involved in his community: he volunteers to patrol as part of a neighborhood watch, ensuring greater security. Although his family is often worried about him, his courage shows how much he has gained in self-confidence.
A Mindchange – Pride in real change The story of Nkhesani is just one of many that show the profound impact of the work of the Ndlovu Care Group and the support of the Hugo Tempelman Foundation. Today, marginalized children are part of society, are encouraged and challenged, and grow into strong personalities.
We would like to thank all partners, supporters and donors who make these success stories possible. Bild hilft e.V. “Ein Herz für Kinder”, Postcode Lotterie Deutschland, ENERGETIX Bingen and many others make an indispensable contribution to making inclusion a reality in South Africa.
We are starting the new year with a special review: In South Africa, the ECD (Early Childhood Development) centers of the Ndlovu Care Group jointly celebrated the graduation of a total of 165 children at the end of November. This is a remarkable success that underlines the effectiveness of this program.
This year’s graduation ceremony was a joyous occasion that reflected the incredible learning progress of the children. With beaming faces and proud families in the audience, the children showed off what they have learned at the Ndlovu centers. Each institution presented lovingly prepared contributions that impressively illustrated the children’s journey through the educational program.
From the cradle to a career The highlight of the event was the inspiring speech by social worker Ruth Chauke, who emphasized the central role of early childhood education. She reminded us how crucial it is to support and accompany children during this formative phase of their lives – in line with our motto: “From the cradle to a career”. This motto reflects our commitment to laying the foundations for lifelong learning and success.
A success that moves everyone The young graduates of this year are now well prepared to start their school careers at elementary school in January. They bring with them valuable foundations that will support them on their further educational path. It is not only the children themselves who are behind this success, but also the dedicated teachers.
A big thank you to our supporters A special thank you to Postcode Lotterie Deutschland, whose annual donation makes our children and youth programs possible. Their support plays a key role in enabling us to implement important projects such as the ECD program and ensure that more and more children benefit from a sound early childhood education.
The ECD Graduation 2024 was a day full of joy and hope, a motivating highlight that allows us to look forward to the new year full of confidence – and a promise for a better future. Together with our partners and supporters, we are committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity for a successful educational career.
In Elandsdoorn, South Africa, there is a group of around 40 girls who not only pursue sporting goals through boxing, but also develop self-confidence and strength. But their training conditions are anything but ideal: without shoes and in everyday clothes, they do their best to fight for a better future.
With your help, we can change this! Give these girls prospects for the future and the chance to train under fair and safe conditions. The story of Kgaogelo Mahlake is an example of how important this support is.
Kgaogelo Mahlake – a young talent with a great passion for boxing
Kgaogelo, 14 years old, lives in the small community of Tambo Village with her parents and four siblings. She finds school difficult: at 14, she is only in the fourth grade. But thanks to her dream of proving herself in boxing and her dedication, she is one of two girls who have already qualified for district competitions. She trains regularly with great dedication.
However, her family’s economic situation poses a challenge. The father works 80 kilometers away, while the mother tries to cope with daily life on her own. A small garden that helped the family was destroyed by stray animals. The family relies on the support of the Ndlovu Care Group, which assists them with food, education and water supply programs.
Why boxing is so important for girls
Training at the boxing school not only strengthens the girls’ physical fitness, but also gives them the chance to assert themselves in a challenging environment. Boxing helps them to develop self-confidence and mental strength – skills that will accompany them throughout their lives.
Your support counts: Donations for shoes
The 40 or so girls at the boxing school are currently training without sports shoes. We want to give them the best possible training and are therefore collecting money for 20 pairs of boxing shoes.
How you can help:
Please make a donation to the Hugo Tempelman Foundation and enter “Boxing School” in the subject line. With your support, we will ensure that the girls no longer have to train barefoot in the future.
Bank details of the Hugo Tempelman Foundation: IBAN: DE21 1012 0100 0007 7770 06
or via Paypal spenden@hugo-tempelman-stiftung.de
Your donation counts and makes a difference! Let’s give hope together – for the girls in Elandsdoorn and beyond.
We would like to thank everyone who has supported us this year and wish you, your families and friends a wonderful Christmas and a peaceful New Year!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Hugo Tempelman Foundation
In 2022, the Hugo Tempelman Foundation (HTS) opened a boxing school in Elandsdoorn, South Africa, together with multiple world boxing champion Nikki Adler and the Ndlovu Care Group. This initiative aims to empower young girls – not only physically, but also mentally. Through boxing training, the participants develop self-confidence, stamina and resilience – essential qualities for asserting themselves in a region affected by high levels of gender-based violence.
HTS covers all of the school’s running costs and the salaries of the trainers. Musa Sipelo in particular, an experienced boxing coach, shapes the school with his passion and expertise. He not only teaches the girls technical skills such as defensive and offensive boxing techniques, but also important life skills. Sipelo helps them to strengthen their self-confidence, overcome inner boundaries and stand up to life’s challenges. In a community that is often characterized by injustice and violence, Musa Sipelo encourages these young women not only to become strong fighters in the ring, but also strong personalities in life.
Special thanks to @Nikki Adler, whose commitment and expertise made the founding of the boxing school possible. Through her support, she has laid the foundation for a project that goes far beyond sporting success. We would also like to thank the Hammer company, which – through Nikki Adler – has provided important equipment for the boxing school. Their contributions ensure optimal training conditions and show how valuable partnerships are for the success of such initiatives.
The project is part of the holistic approach of the Ndlovu Care Group and the Hugo Tempelman Foundation, which have been working for years to sustainably improve life in the region through health, education and sport. Together, they are demonstrating that sport can be a tool for change – towards a fairer and stronger community.
