In 2026, Sport brought children and young people together across all eight Children of the Dawn centres during a vibrant season of sports tournaments. From soccer and netball to Frontball, rope skipping and MiniChess, the tournaments created opportunities for beneficiaries to stay active, develop new skills and build stronger relationships with one another and their

From a Grade 3 learner at Mpumaze Primary School to a qualified Surveying Engineering graduate, Minenhle’s journey is a powerful story of perseverance, support and determination. Minenhle’s journey with Children of the Dawn (COTD) began when she was in Grade 3 at Mpumaze Primary School in KwaZulu-Natal. Growing up as an orphan in a rural

In November 2025, Children of the Dawn beneficiaries Banele from Ermelo and Gauda from Qwaqwa proudly represented South Africa at the Frontball World Championship III in Mexico City, competing alongside athletes from five continents. Although they did not progress beyond the first round, the opportunity provided valuable international exposure and helped them develop confidence, discipline,

Six young beneficiaries from the Mpumaze Centre proudly represented Children of the Dawn at the KwaZulu-Natal Spelling Bee on 23 August 2025. All six learners advanced to the third round and received certificates recognising their participation and commitment. Their achievement highlights the impact of Children of the Dawn’s Children in Action (CIA) and literacy programmes,

Go South Africa! Go! Mid 2021, the Amateur Athletic Union of the United States (AAU) vetted by the International Rope-Skipping Organization (IRSO) hosted a hybrid Rope Skipping competition which witnessed young talent from all around the world. Children of the Dawn, through it’s consistent effort and investment in sports through it’s 4th pillar (Sports for