Notha Development Projects

🎓 A Proud UAP Moment!

Today we celebrate a historic milestone for the University Access Project (UAP).

One of our participants from the UAP Class of 2022 has officially graduated from university — the first graduate from a group of 50 determined young people who began this journey with us three years ago.

This achievement is more than a graduation. It is proof that access, support, and belief in young people can change futures.

When the Class of 2022 joined UAP, many were navigating university applications, financial aid, and the transition from high school to higher education for the very first time. Through mentorship, guidance, and a supportive community, they took that leap.

Today, we celebrate the first of many success stories to come.

Congratulations to our trailblazer! We are proud of you Thobeka
You are opening the door for the rest of the Class of 2022 and inspiring the next generation of UAP participants.

As we step into UAP 2026, this milestone reminds us why the work matters — and why we must continue expanding opportunities for more young people to access university and succeed.


Thank you to everyone that has supported, none of this would be possible without your support. Special mention goes to our initial partners Hollywood Foundation, Thomas more college and Lindiwe Khuzwayo her supportive circle of friends, members of the Not for Bookworms book club.

The support of our Patron Ntombikayise Sibhidla and Team Nokuthula Ka Makhanya-Sibiya, Nontuthuko Khuzwayo and Skhumbuzo Mngoma. Our team of volunteers, Siyabonga. Makhosazane Zungu Amanda Bani, Hlengiwe Slindile Mavimbela Celiwe Madlopha & Wylie and many more that have contributed.

Dreaming of university but struggling with CAO application fees?
We’ve got your back! 🎓💜

The University Access Project (UAP), through Notha Development Projects, is covering CAO application fees for deserving students who cannot afford to pay.

👉 Here’s how to apply:
1️⃣ Like & Follow Notha Development Projects
2️⃣ Comment why we should pay your CAO application fee
3️⃣ Share this post to help others

📌 If we support you, you’ll need to keep us updated on your CAO application progress.
We will announce the 20 lucky winners tomorrow, Sunday the 27th

Don’t let finances stop your future. Your journey starts here! ✨

Application workshop in Clermont, we were joined by our partner Hollywood Foundation, Amanda Bani and various invited guests who address the students.

UAP was launched in 2022 and have over 300 Alumni. We met with some of Alumni from Clermont, Umvoti, Harry Gwala, Port Shepstone spanning across three years.

We got our hands dirty cleaning the hospitality block, there is still a lot to be done to ensure a fully functional hospitality kitchen. If you would like to donate please contact us

Join on us for our Mandela Day!!!

we hosted the workshop at Umnganiwakhe, we were well received and the Umlazi branch Secretary of National Association of School Governing Bodies. Thank you Nokuthula Makhanya for coordinating this site

We held our Applications Workshop in Ward 24, eNyandezulu

We hosted our workshop at Cosy Posy Guest. This was a joint initiative and partnership with them. They did not only provide venue but ensured we were well food