An Integral part of the Cradle Valley
The Ubuntu Queens
The UBUNTU QUEENS are a group of 30 girls from the nearby informal settlement, Ptn26, whose prospects are otherwise limited and whose access to facilities and potential employment severely curtailed.
The group was established by Simran Singh while in residence at NIROX, in collaboration with Mpho Maseko, a social activist resident Ptn 26. The Queens are regular participants in diverse social impact initiatives with NIROX and FARMHOUSE58, inspiring and sharing with artists, guests and staff; building mutual understanding through inclusiveness.
A workshop with the Ubuntu Queens enabled The Hub's 'Phenomenal Women' residents t o engage with the local informal settlement, exchanging life experience, instilling hope and sharing mutual respect, overcoming significant circumstantial differences. The UbuntuQueens showed musical charm and drive, resulting in a moving impromptu performance at the Sunday concert, their maiden public appearance.
Running With Tom
In the heart of the Cradle of Humankind, a remarkable journey has organically unfolded. Initiated by ThomasNkuna a man of many talents, including renowned 13 time comrades marathon lead runner and head landscaper at FARMHOUSE58, RUN with TOM invites you to join hands in this community initiative. Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of this ancient place, our initiative resonates with warmth and optimism, inspired by the hearts and promise of boys from the Kroomdraai Valley, in particular the underserved informal and on-farm settlements.
A sport that has low barrier to entry, contributes to physical and mental wellbeing and builds relationships amongst participants and the environment. RUN with TOM is hosted and supported by FARMHOUSE58, led by Lesego Mapeka who manages experiences on the property - ‘These young spirits, ignited by an insatiable passion for running, have discovered a path under Toms guidance that not only winds through nature's wonders but also weaves a tapestry of unity and belonging.’ says Lesego.
As their feet tread where humanity's story began, the boys embrace the earth's history, the vibrant landscapes and the spirit of support and inclusion that RUN with TOM gives them. Each run is an expedition, a chance to dig deeper, and a reminder that they are part of something more – the Cradle of Humankind - more than home, more than a World Heritage Site – it's a sanctuary where dreams take flight
Other Community Projects in the Kromdraai Valley
Kromdraai Sports & Community Centre
Cradle Football Club
Giants of Africa Basketball Centre
Rising above their disadvantaged community, leaders are assertive and accessible to effect change, inspire hope and drive inclusion
Community Champions
The Hub. is at the centre of this 47000h World Heritage Site protecting the universal value of groundbreaking paleoanthropological research and a unique geological environment
Cradle of Humankind
Local Community
The Site is a home to a culturally and economically diverse community of underserved informal and on-farm settlements, alongside working farms and affluent landowners