Greetings from South Africa! We trust that 2019 is off to a strong and positive start for you and your loved ones. Things are off and running here. As we reflected and planned for this new year the words "depth" and "expansion" kept surfacing. in 2019 we will encourage … [Read more...]
3rd Quarter 2018 Update
Phakamani Foundation has wrapped up a successful quarter thanks to the hard-work put in by our staff and clients. The planned repayment rate from our clients is 99% and operational sustainability (the percentage of our costs that are covered by our clients) rose from 76% to … [Read more...]
2nd Quarter 2018 Update
We are thrilled to provide you with our latest bi-annual report. In this report you will see the progress the Phakamani Foundation has made over the past few years in measurable ways. Members of our management team also provide updates and plans from their … [Read more...]
1st Quarter 2018 Update
We are excited to bring you this update just as we are excited to share news with you, our partners, every quarter. This update is especially special because it comes as we celebrate ten years of service. We are grateful for all we have accomplished and all the work that lays … [Read more...]
4th Quarter 2017 Update
2018 is here to stay! We are hoping the new year finds you well and that the coming months are full of growth, achievement and love. That is the plan for Phakamani staff and clients. We have another full year ahead of us and with the support of friends like you and God we will … [Read more...]
3rd Quarter 2017 Update
An image recently came to me: Phakamani as a platform, a stepping stone or a foundation that raises women up just enough so they can reach higher and realize their dreams for the future. This platform is access to credit, it is business training, it is support from the client's … [Read more...]
2nd Quarter 2017 Update
The earth continues to turn and all of us find ourselves in the second half of 2017. Can you believe it? We hope this year has been full of growth and opportunity for you so far. Also hoping that the rest of the year looks promising for all you hope to accomplish, whatever it … [Read more...]
1st Quarter 2017 Updates
As you have probably seen or heard, South Africa is going through a very troubled time at the moment. Just recently, two international ratings agencies reduced the status of South Africa's sovereign debt to junk and many aspects of this country's future are uncertain. The … [Read more...]
4th Quarter 2016 Updates
The start of 2017 has come and gone already and work is back to it's normal busy pace for the staff at Phakamani. 2016 was a year of growth and success. We are excited to bring you the latest news and some stories along with a heartfelt "Thank You" for your continued support and … [Read more...]
3rd Quarter 2016 Updates
The holidays are fast approaching along with the end of 2016. This puts us in a reflective mood! Phakamani continues to grow each year and when we look at where we were as an organization last year or a few years back we are filled with wonder and pride. In fact, looking at the … [Read more...]