Our Story
KETEX Foundation was birthed in response to a need identified by Pastor X in the township of Alexandra. He wanted to help young people to motivated to go to school and stay in school until matric. During the time of the formation of the organization, most young people would drop out of school from Grade 10 due to bullying, family unfavorable circumstances. KETEX was then formed to bridge the gap and ensure these learners have proper schooling uniform, books etc. We started with 20 kids per year and by year two we were assisting over 80 young people.
Why We Exist
We are a foundation that provides a holistic approach through spiritual, mental, social and physical wellness support to children from previously disadvantaged communities through:
Academic Support & Workplace Readiness
- To provide academic support and development to primary and high school children from previously disadvantaged background.
- To provide post high-school children and youth with career guidance, job hunting and readiness skills
Leadership Programme/Skills
- Equip primary and high school children from previously disadvantaged backgrounds with leadership skills.
Life Skills
- Provide all children in the areas of Critical Thinking, Heath & Hygiene Skills, Time Management Skills, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Anti-Drugs Programmes etc.
Holistic Mental Health Support
- Provide primary and high school children from previously disadvantaged backgrounds with holistic mental health support.
Basic Needs
- Provide primary and high school children from previously disadvantaged backgrounds with basic food supplies and toiletry/sanitary supplies.
Our Values
The KETEX Foundation Vision is to bring hope, inspiration,
improved quality of life and a better future to children from
previously disadvantaged communities.
The values below are central to how we operate and set us
apart from many children and youth development NGOs.
Excellence: We show high quality and supremacy in all that we do
Integrity: We show strong morals and ethical principles in all that we do.
Reliability: we demonstrate qualities of dependability and trustworthiness to deliver quality service to our internal and external stakeholders
Attitude of Giving: Showing qualities of compassion through giving of time, financial help, volunteering and other forms of giving.
Impact Oriented: We are progress and result driven in changing lives of children from previously disadvantaged communities.
Our People
Xolani Hlitana
Founder and Chairperson
Who is Xolani Hlitana?
- Ordained Pastor and marriage officer.
- Most sought-after relationship sex coach.
- Radio marriage and family matters guest
- Author with over 36 relationship books.
- Conference and workshop facilitator.
- Relationship and marriage coach with almost 20 years of experience.
The following are the offices held by Xolani:
- Founder of Xolani Hlitana Ministries
- Executive Chairman: KETEX Foundation
- Founder and CEO: XHM Consulting (Pty) Ltd
- Head Therapist: Marriage Affairs
- Principal: MA Academy
Xolani’s academic qualifications are:
- BTech PR Management
- Diploma in Theology
- Diploma in Ministry
- Advanced Certificate in Family Counselling
- Master Coaching and Marriage Counsellor
Pumla Luhabe
Operations Head
Pumla is a culturally diverse and results-focused commercial leader with learned knowledge of corporate finance, optimal capital structure, and value creation (EVA®) and project management principles; as well as working experience in strategy development, communications, marketing, business development, relationships management, and managing resources.
She has over 15 years of senior management working experience, and 11 years in executive management.
Roles include Executive board member, Chief Commercial Officer, General Manager of Commercial, and Business Development Manager in the airline industry, and Product Manager in FMCG.
Her main functions include steering all aspects of sales, new business, revenue growth, and marketing, working closely with business unit leaders to conceptualize and execute effective plans to generate revenue, maximize share of wallet, and increase customer lifetime value. She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Administration from Wits Business School and a Bachelor of Journalism & Media Studies from Rhodes University, Grahamstown.
Moipone Mabila
HR Head
Highly accomplished HR personnel with 13years of experience in the mining health and logistics sectors. Possesing an Honors degree in Industrial Psychology and a proven track record in talent acquisition, employee relations, strategic HR planning, wellness and payroll. i have demostrated success in optimizing workforce productivity, fostering a pasitive work culture as well as implementing effective HR policies and procedures.
I am proficient at leading cross-functional teams and driving organisational growth through effective people management strategies. I am committed to delivering exceptional results while ensuring commpliance with emploment laws and regulations.
I am seeking for new opportunities to leverage my HR experties and drive impactful change within an organisation in a high performance team that will provide my range of relevant business and management skills.
Zandile
Logistics Coordinator
Zandile is a special butterfly currently working in the
freight forwarding sector with a background of 14 years in
customer clearance and customer service.
I have positioned myself well within the logistics industry
as I have developed a deep understanding of the intracacies
involved in transportation, internal trade, and customer
service. I am currently pursuing my carrer and studying
supply chain management.
It is my greatest pleasure to be part of this organisationas helping people is something very close to my heart and gives my joy.
Makiti Mojapelo
Strategy and Development Head
Makiti has over 14 years working experience in the financial services sector (Banking and Insurance). His professional experience cuts across several disciplines which includes Enterprise Risk Management, Strategy, Due Diligence, Quality Assurance and Insurance Underwriting. Makiti holds a Master of Business Administration, International Certificate in Risk Management, Honors in Business Management, and Bachelor of Commerce in Risk and Advanced Management.
School Served
Learners Served
child headed families