Imbeleko Academy

16/03/2026

16/03/2026

A day of inspiration and possibilities!

Imbeleko learners visited the UKZN Westville Campus at the University of KwaZulu-Natal Open Day to explore different faculties, learn about various fields of study, and gain valuable information about university admissions, funding opportunities, and student life.

The experience allowed learners to ask questions directly to faculty representatives and get a real feel of what studying at a university could look like for them. Many of the students described the day as fun, intriguing, and very informative, sharing that it helped give them clarity and a stronger sense of direction about their future studies and career paths.

Moments like these open doors, expand possibilities, and remind our learners that their dreams are within reach.

04/02/2026

This past Monday, we proudly hosted our Awards Ceremony at Imbeleko Academy to celebrate our learners’ Term 4 results for 2025.

Although these results are from last year, we believe that it is never too late to recognise and reward excellence. Every achievement deserves to be acknowledged.

We honoured our students across the following categories:
🏆 Top 5 learners per grade
🏆 Certificates recognising the number of distinctions obtained
🏆 Overall Academic Performance

A special congratulations goes to Andiswa Ngcobo, who received the Overall Academic Performance Award with an outstanding aggregate of 86%, a true reflection of dedication, consistency, and hard work.

A special spotlight on our very first Grade 12 cohort this year!
Congratulations to you for reaching this important milestone. You are trailblazers at Imbeleko Academy, setting the standard and paving the way for those who follow. We are incredibly proud of your journey so far and excited to witness all that you will achieve.

We are deeply proud of every learner who continues to show commitment, resilience, and excellence. Moments like these remind us that effort matters, progress matters, and every success deserves to be celebrated.

02/02/2026

At the beginning of 2025, Imbeleko Academy administered a Department of Education-approved placement test to identify top-performing Grade 8 and 9 learners from five Nyuswa high schools: Thabela High School, Siyajabula High School, Mnyameni Zenex Secondary School, Kwantebeni Comprehensive High School, and Maqhutshana Junior Secondary School.

From Term 2 onwards, selected learners participated in structured after-school, weekend, and holiday Mathematics and English enrichment programmes facilitated by Imbeleko Academy through the BLAP initiative. These interventions were aimed at strengthening academic foundations, improving learner outcomes, and fostering a culture of excellence.

We are proud to report a significant improvement in learner performance across all five schools, a testament to the learners’ commitment, the ongoing support of parents, and the collaborative efforts of educators and programme facilitators.

To recognise these achievements, we hosted the BLAP Awards Ceremony, celebrating learners who excelled in the programme and acknowledging their dedication and perseverance. The ceremony brought together learners, parents, senior management from the five high schools, and Imbeleko Academy staff to celebrate this successful partnership and shared impact.

Together, we remain committed to empowering young minds and building brighter futures through education, collaboration, and opportunity.

20/01/2026

This past weekend, Imbeleko hosted a powerful pre-university camp celebrating academic excellence, resilience, and the journey beyond matric.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate the distinctions achieved by our learners from the Digital Afterschool Programme and Vukuzakhe High School. Each distinction tells a story of discipline, sacrifice, and belief.

Distinction Honours

7 Distinctions
Nonzuzo Duma

Although unable to attend as she has already begun her varsity journey, we celebrate this exceptional achievement with immense pride.

6 Distinctions
Sithelo Mkhize, Sisanda Khuzwayo

5 Distinctions
Mkhize Minenhle, Nosipho Shelembe, Aphelele Ngcobo, Anele Mbonambi, Mandlaenkosi Msane

4 Distinctions
Nomonde Cele, Shangase Anele, Mkhize Svumelwano

3 Distinctions
Aphiwe Mbonambi, Mfingwane Lumka, Lusanda Hlophe

2 Distinctions
Maseko Bhekamabovu, Dlamini Fezeka, Andiswa Ndlovu, Sthelosenkosi Buthelezi, Asanda Mdluli, Samkelisiswe Phewa.

1 Distinction
Mbali Blose, Minenhle Gumede, Mnqobi Bhengu, Phelokazi Mthembu, Wandile Nkosi, Andile Ngubane, Nontethelelo Shinga, Ayabonga Ndelu, Andiswa Sikhonke, Thandolwethu Ganyaza, Nontando Shazi, Philisiwe Madziba, Andiswa Ndlovu, Asanda Mdluli, Kwakhanya Lukhozi, Nomzamo Mkhize.

Your results are more than numbers. They are proof of what is possible when commitment meets opportunity.

We were also honoured to be joined by Mr S.D. Shezi, Principal of Vukuzakhe High School, and Miss Mngomezulu, Principal of Imbeleko Academy. Your presence, leadership, and continued support mean so much to our learners and our mission.

We are especially proud of our growing partnerships with schools such as Vukuzakhe High School. Through this collaboration, we were able to extend our reach all the way to uMlazi, impacting 15 matriculants through our career awareness programme. This is the power of partnership, shared vision, and community-driven impact.

This camp was not just about preparing for university. It was about affirming potential, celebrating excellence, and reminding our learners that their dreams are valid and achievable.

We are incredibly proud of you.

15/01/2026

Behind every result is a story of consistency, discipline, and support. The Imbeleko Digital Afterschool Programme exists to walk alongside learners beyond the school day, creating structured spaces for learning, mentorship, and personal growth that strengthen what is already happening in the classroom.

We are incredibly proud of the matric learners who participated in our Digital Afterschool Programme and showed up with commitment, focus, and discipline throughout the year. Through their resilience and willingness to push beyond their circumstances, these learners collectively achieved a 100% pass rate, earned 82 distinctions, recorded a 99% Bachelor’s Degree pass rate, and saw 33 learners achieve an aggregate above 80%. These outcomes affirm the impact of consistent academic support and mentorship.

We extend our sincere appreciation and congratulations to our partner schools Maqhutshana, Siyajabula, Thabela, Mnyameni, and KwaNtebeni for their collaboration, trust, and shared commitment to learner development. Through this partnership, our schools achieved the following results:

• Maqhutshana: 100%
• Siyajabula: 90.4%
• KwaNtebeni: 98.6%
• Thabela: 95.2%
• Mnyameni: 86%

Meaningful change happens when schools and community programmes work together in pursuit of the same goal: learner success.

As we celebrate this milestone, we remain deeply committed to expanding access to quality academic support, strengthening partnerships, and reaching more learners who deserve the opportunity to thrive. This is only the beginning, and we look forward to changing more lives, one learner, one family, and one community at a time.

21/10/2025

08/10/2025

"After-school Progammes have so many benefits.

These programmes provide learners with a supportive learning environment, space to learn new skills, and find their passions.
There are so many reasons to turn for programmes this year.

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