COMMUNITY SCHOOL VOLUNTEERING IN CAPE TOWN

You will stay in a spacious guesthouse in the center of town, with views towards Lion’s Head and just a few minutes from trendy Kloof street. There are several bedrooms that can sleep between 4-8 people, in single beds or bunk beds, and there are shared bathroom facilities with hot water showers. Bed linen will be provided, and a cleaning service will attend to your room daily.

Volunteers will enjoy delicious meals in our communal dining room. Start your day with continental-style breakfasts, returning for a cooked lunch and a balanced dinner with your fellow volunteers. Some project days, you’ll be provided with a packed lunch. We can cater for dietary requirements provided enough notice is given to our team.

South Africa has a few different cellular network providers, for which SIM cards can be purchased from most shops or at the airport. Various package options allow for phone calls and/or data usage. At the guesthouse there is free WiFi to enable you to make contact with home.

Cape Town has a Mediterranean-style climate: wet and cool winters, dry and warm summers. The annual average temperature in Cape Town is a delightful 17°C (62°F). During the months of March, April, May, October, November, and December you are most likely to experience good weather with average temperatures that fall between 20°C (68°F) and 25°C (77°F).

The months of June, July, and August have a high chance of rain. Cape Town has dry periods in January, February, November, and December. The warmest month is January with temperatures as high as 35°C (95°F). The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 17°C (62°F).

Meet Thulani Dyushu, our dedicated Project Coordinator in Cape Town. Thulani plays a crucial role in managing the relationships between African Impact and our various projects. With a deep-seated belief in our mission, he sees African Impact as a beacon of hope in Khayelitsha and Langa, particularly for the children we’ve served over the past decade.

Thulani has witnessed firsthand how our work brings smiles, love, and safety to communities, creating lasting memories and transforming lives. His experience embodies the spirit of ubuntu – an African philosophy meaning “humanity to others” or “I am because we are.” Through his work, Thulani has seen the profound impact that this principle of interconnectedness and compassion can achieve.

As he guides our projects, Thulani continues to be inspired by the priceless moments of human connection and positive change that define African Impact’s work. His leadership ensures that our initiatives continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve in Cape Town’s communities.

Our projects are fully committed to safeguarding our volunteers, staff, the communities we work in, and the environment. Our base has dedicated outsourced security staff patrolling 24/7, and our team members are trained in various Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) competencies.

Our base is equipped with fire extinguisher equipment and has fire escape and evacuation plans in place. All base vehicles are well-maintained at prescribed intervals, and our drivers possess valid licenses and are knowledgeable about safe routes in the townships. Township projects take place in enclosed venues to ensure safety.

We have policies and procedures designed to protect everyone involved, including a child protection policy that extends to our underage participants and the children in the communities we serve. Upon arrival, you will be inducted by our trained staff on these policies, procedures, and our code of conduct to ensure you understand how to keep yourself safe and informed.