0%
Reg. No. IT002055/2023 (T)

Building a thriving, self‑reliant community.

Mahonisi Community Development Trust empowers local communities through sustainable development, education, youth & sport, agriculture and strategic partnerships — preserving our heritage while building the future.

Scroll
Who we are

A community that builds
its own future.

01

Our Vision

To build a thriving, self-reliant and inclusive community where every individual has access to opportunity, dignity and sustainable livelihoods.

02

Our Mission

To empower local communities through sustainable development, capacity building, education, infrastructure improvement and economic opportunity — preserving our cultural heritage while promoting inclusive growth and social justice for present and future generations.

03

Our Values

Inclusion, dignity and sustainability guide everything we do. We grow with our people — rooted in heritage, driven by opportunity, and accountable to the generations who follow.

What we do

Five programmes,
one shared future.

Every programme is designed with the community, funded by the community, and measured by the lives it changes.

01
Education

Education Support

We employed a Mathematics educator during the school holidays at George Sonto High School to strengthen academic performance and unlock opportunity for learners.

02
Sport

Youth & Sports Development

We host the Bally Manganyi Annual Soccer Tournament and fully support Mahonisi United FC — kit, equipment and logistics — competing in the Collins Chabane LFA.

03
Agriculture

Agriculture & Food Security

We have established a farming cooperative — currently pending registration — to promote sustainable agriculture, food security and meaningful job creation.

04
Self-reliance

Community Contribution Model

We are successfully running a community levy system, with members contributing directly towards the Trust's initiatives — development owned by the community itself.

05
University of Venda

Strategic Partnerships

We are formalising a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Venda, opening doors for academic, community-development and research collaboration.

Stronger together

Partnership that
moves us forward.

We are formalising a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Venda — opening doors for academic collaboration, community-driven research and shared development. When hands join, communities rise.

Academic collaboration Research & innovation Community development
Our impact so far

Real change,
measured in people.

From classrooms to soccer pitches to farming fields, our programmes are creating tangible opportunities across the district.

See our latest work
0th
Annual Bally Manganyi Tournament
0
Laptops donated to local schools & creche
0
Flagship programmes driving development
0+
Strategic partners standing with us
0
University partnership (MoU) with Univen
0%
Community-funded through our levy model
Featured donation

10 laptops for
our learners.

The Trust donated 10 laptops to George Sonto High School, Mahonisi Primary and Mahonisi Creche — opening a door to digital learning for the next generation.

The laptops were donated to Mahonisi Community Development Trust by UNISA.
  • George Sonto High School
  • Mahonisi Primary
  • Mahonisi Creche
Community in action

News from
the ground.

Meetings, milestones and moments — a living record of the Trust at work in Mahonisi.

Farewell to Principal Khosa

Trust leaders joined Mahonisi Primary School to honour Principal Khosa at their farewell — celebrating years of service to our children.

Bally Manganyi Annual Tournament

Another hugely successful edition of the Bally Manganyi Annual Soccer Tournament, uniting teams and supporters from across the district.

Community meeting

Community members gathered to receive updates, raise their voices and shape the Trust's priorities together.

XiwelaMakiti bridge — site briefing

On-site briefing and reading of the scope of work, attended by Public Works, engineers, Collins Chabane Local Municipality, Ward 17 & 20 councillors, Trust members, Hosana Mphongola and Hosi Mahonisi.

Public participation on the bridge

Public Works held public participation on the bridge to be erected at XiwelaMakiti. The community welcomed the project and vowed to support every process until completion.

Home Affairs comes to Mahonisi

Home Affairs brought its services to the people, assisting community members with a range of services at the Mahonisi Tribal Authority.

FNB × Mahonisi

Forging a stronger partnership with the FNB Malamulele branch to support the Trust's work in the community.

SAPS GBV awareness campaign

SAPS led a gender-based violence campaign in the community — standing together for the safety and dignity of every woman and child.

Our people

The people behind
the Trust.

Traditional leadership, elected committee members and community representatives — working side by side for Mahonisi.

0Trustees
0Committee
0Members
01

Trustees

01
HR

Hosi Rhangani Resenga

Trustee
02
AM

Amos Matimba Risenga

Trustee
03
TW

Thulani Wellington Ngobeni

Trustee
02

Trust Committee

MM
Chairperson

Manganyi Mzamani Noel

CV
Deputy Chairperson

Chauke Vusawani Goodness

MM
Secretary

Manganyi Mbhoni Witness

BT
Deputy Secretary

Baloyi Tiyiselani

ML
Treasurer

Matimba Lancelot Nkonyani

03

Additional Members

  • YMYingwani Mosses MtileniMember
  • CBChabalala BruceMember
  • CAChauke AubreyChairperson, SANCO MahonisiVille
  • CMChabalala MacksonChairperson, SANCO Mahonisi Village
  • GSGillian SitholeInterim Chairperson, SANCO Risengaville
  • NPNgobeni Phinieas MkhacaniTraditional Council Rep
  • MGMasangu Gezani DanielWard 17 Councillor
  • CTChauke ToniaAdmin
  • CTChauke TiyiselaniMember
  • TNThomas NgobeniMbhanyisi Rep
Our strategic partners

Proudly supported by
people who believe.

Businesses, institutions and leaders who invest their time, skills and resources in Mahonisi.

Want to see your name here?

Become a partner
Rooted in the land

Heritage we honour.
Land we cultivate.

From the windmills that draw water across our plains to the wildlife of our landscapes, our story is bound to this land. We preserve our cultural heritage while building sustainable livelihoods on the soil that raised us.

Latest from the Trust

Bally Manganyi
5th Annual Tournament.

Our 2026 edition drew its highest attendance to date — uniting teams, supporters and stakeholders from across the district to nurture local talent and community pride through sport.

Champions

Team G-1

Crowned champions after defeating Dynamos FC 4–2 in a thrilling final.

Player of the Tournament

Joel Muporofeta

Recognised for exceptional skill, consistency and standout contribution on the field.

Milestone

Highest attendance yet

The 2026 edition marked a record turnout — a growing platform for youth opportunity through sport.

The teams of 2026

Tap any photo to view full size
Team photo 1 — Bally Manganyi Tournament 2026
Team photo 2 — Bally Manganyi Tournament 2026
Team photo 3 — Bally Manganyi Tournament 2026
Team photo 4 — Bally Manganyi Tournament 2026
Team photo 5 — Bally Manganyi Tournament 2026
Team photo 6 — Bally Manganyi Tournament 2026
Team photo 7 — Bally Manganyi Tournament 2026
Team photo 8 — Bally Manganyi Tournament 2026
With gratitude to our partners & sponsors
Rhangani Sand Chabalala B Attorneys Inc. Zaba Events & Hire Valabya Brickyard Rhangani Chillas Office of the Executive Mayor, Vhembe District
Statement release

Official
statement.

Read the latest official statement issued by the Mahonisi Community Development Trust. Tap the document to view it full size.

“Inclusive growth and social justice for present and future generations.”
Get involved

Let's build the
future, together.

Every donation, big or small, helps create opportunities for our community. Partner with us, sponsor a programme, or join the community levy. Every contribution creates opportunity, dignity and sustainable livelihoods.

Emailinfo@mahonisicdt.co.za
Phone078 400 4036  •  060 471 1532
Visit / Post175 Mahonisi Village · PO BOX 1127, Malamulele, 0982