Empowering youth through
arts, sport & culture
Mzurayza Ingwenya Foundation is a registered Non-Profit Organisation creating a creative space where young people from rural communities can develop skills, express talent, and build brighter futures.
A community-rooted NPO from KwaMaphumulo
Founded in 2019 by Mzuvele Mkhize, Mzurayza Ingwenya Foundation works in the heart of rural KwaZulu-Natal. We believe every young person deserves a platform to compete, to create, and to be seen.
Our programmes are a proactive strategy against crime, drug abuse, and gender-based violence because when youth have purpose, communities thrive.
Learn More About UsOur Vision
A creative space where every rural youth has access to skill development, sport, arts and culture.
Our Mission
To empower young people through the promotion and development of education, sport, arts and culture.
Our Focus
Sport, arts, heritage, skills development and fighting social issues in KwaMaphumulo communities.
Where We Work
KwaMaphumulo under the iLembe district — a predominantly rural area of KwaZulu-Natal.
Our signature programmes
From annual sport championships to arts showcases each programme is designed to give youth a reason to show up, compete and grow.
Youth School Championship
Annual tournament on Youth Day (16 June) bringing together 10 secondary and 9 primary schools across Maphumulo in soccer, netball and arts competitions. Running since 2015.
Maphumulo Ikhono Showcase
A Heritage Day talent showcase celebrating local artists across music, dance, fine art, poetry and performance. Ikhono means "talent" and we celebrate every form of it.
Maqadini Tournament
A community soccer tournament that builds healthy competition and brings Maphumulo residents together through the power of sport.
Skill Development
Workshops, career guidance and counselling sessions helping educationally disadvantaged youth enter the creative industry or find meaningful employment.
Maphumulo Festival
A collaborative arts festival with Mzutainment featuring workshops, exhibitions and performances that expose youth to cultural diversity and creative industry opportunities.
Cultural Preservation
Training in visual arts, drama, dance, indigenous arts and music preserving heritage while creating economic pathways for rural talent into the creative sector.
Why this work matters
Maphumulo faces significant challenges crime, drug abuse, gender-based violence and teenage pregnancy. Our programmes are a proactive strategy. When young people have meaningful platforms, communities change.