Phola Mzansi Social Enterprise

12/11/2025

The Phakama Book Festival at the Central University of Technology in Bloemfontein was a vibrant hub of creativity and connection, where Phola Executive Director Ncazelo Mlilo engaged with a diverse group of innovators, including authors, artists, and academic staff. Here, she is pictured with Dr. Maboreng Maharaswa, a member of the academic staff, Dr. Sujata Tiwari, a special guest from Singapore, and an opera singer who delivered a powerful performance, highlighting the festival's eclectic mix of entertainers.

12/11/2025

As the Women Changing the World Awards South Africa draw near, we take a moment to honour and celebrate the extraordinary women who continue to inspire transformation and hope across our communities.

This event is a powerful reminder that when women rise, entire communities rise with them. Their innovation, resilience, and compassion are shaping a more equitable and connected world.

Let us help shine the light on these incredible women who lead with courage, compassion and, purpose - women who are shaping lives and inspiring others to rise.🌟

With that said, If you know a woman who is creating positive change in her community, workplace, or beyond, now is the time to celebrate her impact. NOMINATE A WOMAN🫵🏽❤️.

NOMINATE HERE: wcwawards.com

The Regional Women Changing The World Awards South Africa will take place on 13 & 14 March 2026.

The Global Awards ceremony will be held on 22 April 2026 in Paris.

Do the right thing and Nominate that CHANGEMAKER.❤️

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: https://thewomenchangingtheworld.com/

The Women Changing The World Awards is a global programme that honours inspiring women making a positive impact across industries such as business, sustainability, leadership, health, education, innovation, and technology.

06/11/2025

06/11/2025

We are thrilled to have been invited to join the City of Johannesburg event focused on empowering men’s health and wellbeing. We witnessed men getting screened for HIV, prostate cancer and glucose levels - and we also had the opprotunity to share what PHOLA does, how our OUTTRAGED programme creates safe, non-judgemental spaces for men to explore their emotions, challenge harmful masculinity, and reclaim their health and dignity.

Thank you to the men who trusted us, took care of their health and engaged in this meaningful event. Together we are building stronger, healther lives and communities.💪🏽💚🌟

03/11/2025

Still time to register for Narratives in The Suitcase Training on November 28th — a meaningful space to explore stories of migration and transition. See you there🫵🏽💚.

03/11/2025

There’s still time to register for Tree of Life Training, Level 1: The Introduction — happening November 14th, 2025. Don’t miss this enriching learning opportunity🫵🏽🌟.

03/11/2025

What a Blast!!!🌟💚❤️ Thank you to these wonderful ladies and gentlemen for trusting us, for choosing to make this space safe, for sharing their experiences and for opening up.🫵🏽❤️

We had quite a powerful session with our COURRAGE and OUTRRAGED group in Orange Farm where our women and men got to share their life experiences, learn and grow together.

Topic of the session for COURRAGE group: Understanding the history of the knowledge and skills that have helped us to survive hardships.

Each women got to share their stories of how their skills where passed on to them. This session gave them a platform to tap into their inner selves and discover traits that make them THEM and their strengths - it also reminded them of the value that is found in sharing these abilities with others in their lives.

One lady noted: “Sometimes the skills we have, we do not often realise because of the stress and hardships we go through until someone else gets to point them out to you.”

This reminded us of how important our job is, to bring people closer to themselves, to remind them of their positive stories (Second Stories) - ones which empower them, instead of always pointing to the negative stories of their lives.

Because of you, we are reminded that healing happens when we feel seen, heard and valued. And your stories continue to inspire others to step forward and reclaim their strength.🙏❤️

30/10/2025

During her trip to Paris, Ncazelo Mlilo had the priviledge of being invited to an exclusive interview with Dina Scherrer and Ideallis Ecole de coaching.

In her interview, she shared her whole experience in France and highlighted how it was quite a meaningful experience to her, especially as she got to share her methodologies with others. She noted: “I think it’s the excitement of being in a different place, it’s my first time in Paris and I was very curious about what it would feel like, but also, thinking about teaching Tree of Life in a different context, I was very happy to learn.

Mlilo had the opportunity to facilitate her Master Class which she delivered her lessons focused on the Imbeleko approach, the Tree of Life methodology, COURRAGE and O.U.T.R.R.A.G.E.D.

Ncazelo Mlilo has left an indelible footprint through her powerful, culturally-rooted methodologies—treasured and actively implemented not only by those who had the privilege of attending her sessions but also by the countless others reached through her global advocacy, training and award-winning work. From Johannesburg to Paris, her commitment to trauma-informed, narrative-driven healing through PHOLA NPO — rooted in African knowledge systems and cutting-edge practice — is transforming lives and reshaping how communities across the world engage with mental wellness.

Watch the Interview on YouTube

Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo, psychologue, thérapeute narrative de renommée internationale et co-créatrice de la méthode emblématique de l’Arbre de Vie avec David Den...

29/10/2025

As we continue to amplify the Women Changing the World Awards South Africa, we thank you for your support🙏❤️

Thank you, Peace Mitchell and Katy Garner, Ambassadors of Women Changing the World (WCW), for sharing the mission of WCW Awards South Africa— a platform that will be celebrating women making a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond. Thank you Changing the World

We celebrate Ncazelo Mlilo, founder of Phola NPO, whose trauma-informed, community-driven work in South Africa is transforming the lives of children, women, and families. Through innovative approaches to healing and empowerment, Ncazelo has created sustainable change and has been recognized globally at the Women Changing the World Awards.

Her work exemplifies the power of resilience, storytelling, and community-centered action in driving positive social impact, showing what is possible when women lead with purpose and compassion.

For more insight on Women Changing the World Awards South Africa, please visit: https://www.phola-international.co.uk/women-changing-the-world-awards-launches-in-south-africa/ as well as: https://thewomenchangingtheworld.com/ and see their incredible work.

27/10/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a reminder that awareness, education, and early detection save lives.
Every year, thousands of women and men are diagnosed, and behind every statistic is a story of courage, resilience, and hope. 💪

Let’s use this month to learn more, talk more, and encourage those we love to get screened.
It’s not just about wearing pink — it’s about standing in solidarity with survivors, supporting those currently in treatment, and honouring the memories of those we’ve lost. 💕

Together, we can break the silence, spread knowledge, and build a community where no one fights alone. 🌸