Welcome to Izibusiso Foster Home

Izibusiso was originally founded in 2009 as a joint venture between Hermanus Child Welfare and the United Church. Izibusiso, meaning “blessings” in Xhosa, became an independent foster home in June 2021 and seeks to address the plight of small children in Zwelihle and the wider Overstrand. With the scourges of unemployment, poverty, alcohol, drug addiction, HIV-Aids and hopelessness severely affecting certain sections of local communities, it is most often the innocents, the children, who suffer. At Izibusiso we accommodate abandoned babies or vulnerable children between birth and the age of six years and care for them until suitable long term arrangements can be made for their future “forever” homes.

Most of the children who are admitted to Izibusiso have heartbreaking stories to tell, some are brought to us when they are only six hours old, many of the babies or toddlers are severely undernourished and emotionally fragile, most have never known a stable and loving environment – Izibusiso is often their first experience of a warm, caring home.

History

Izibusiso opened its first house in February 2009 to provide a nurturing environment for children aged from birth to six years. In 2023, they expanded their impact by adding a second house, modeled on a typical family home. Each house is overseen by two dedicated House Mothers who ensure that the children receive the love and care they deserve. Izibusiso's commitment to creating a safe and supportive space for these young ones is truly commendable.

 

Vision & Mission

Izibusiso consists of a team of voluntary workers from the Greater Hermanus community who diligently look after the welfare of these children and seeks to address the plight of small children in Zwelihle and the Overstrand. Our mission is to reach out to the vulnerable children in Zwelihle and beyond and try to heal their broken little lives.

 

Members & Supporters

There are many people and organisations which make invaluable contributions to Izibusiso, far too many to mention. However there are some organisations which support us on an ongoing basis, and we would like to thank them for their generosity.

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

— Matthew 19:14

Contact us

Feel free to contact us with any questions.

Telephone
Sheila Lyle 073 778 2777
Lynette Marchant 083 228 8657

Email
info@izibusiso.org