Our Members
SARLN is not just a network — it is a living ecosystem of refugee-led organisations, each rooted in a specific community, each carrying lived experience as its primary credential.
Network Overview
Who Makes Up SARLN?
The South Africa Refugee Led Network (SARLN) is composed of a diverse and dynamic membership of refugee-led organisations (RLOs), community-based organisations (CBOs), and civil society actors operating at the frontline of humanitarian response and community development across South Africa. Our members are not merely service providers — they are the embodiment of the communities they serve, bringing lived experience, cultural competency, and unmatched proximity to those most in need.
“We do not speak for refugees. We are refugees speaking for ourselves, building the institutions that reflect our realities, and shaping the policies that determine our futures.”
62
Endorsing Organisations
9
Provinces Covered
200K+
People Served Annually
12
Programme Areas
Member Organisations Portfolio
Click on any province to explore SARLN's member organisations.
Eastern Cape Province
Active
2 Member Organizations
Active in this province
Member Organisations
ZMSN
Zimbabwe Migrants Support Network
Chris Mapingure
shellaztapson@gmail.com
This network provides crucial support and advocacy for Zimbabwean migrants in South Africa. It assists with documentation challenges, promotes access to services, and works to protect the rights and welfare of the community.
Eastern Cape
Migrant Support and Advocacy
SCS EC
Somali Community Service EC
Arush Mahamed
arushmahamed@gmail.com
Operating in the Eastern Cape, this organization provides vital community services to Somali refugees and migrants. It fosters unity and offers practical support to help families integrate and thrive in their new environment.
Eastern Cape
Community Services and Social Cohesion
Free State Province
Active
2 Member Organizations
Active in this province
Member Organisations
FSRC
Free State Refugee Community
Fariji mahano
fariji1983@gmail.com
This organisation serves as a unifying body for refugees in the Free State province. It focuses on building a supportive community network, facilitating access to services, and representing the interests of its members.
Free State
Community Building and Social Services
PF
Phunyeletso Foundation
Emmanuel Mothae
A community-focused foundation providing essential support to vulnerable populations. The Phunyeletso Foundation is actively involved in initiatives such as feeding programs for job seekers and other community upliftment projects.
Free State
Community Support, Poverty Alleviation
Gauteng Province
Active
20 Member Organizations
Active in this province
Member Organisations
RAJ
Refugee Alliance for Justice (RAJ)
Michael Mwale
mwalemike@gmail.com
RAJ is committed to ensuring "Justice for Dignity." The organisation provides legal support, advocacy, and rights awareness for refugees and asylum seekers, working to protect them from injustice and uphold their human rights.
Gauteng
Legal Aid and Human Rights
WCEP
Women and Children Empowerment Project (WCEP)
Odinga Mamba
odingamaba@gmail.com
A non-profit organization that strives to empower needy women, orphans, and vulnerable youth. WCEP provides philanthropic support to help beneficiaries improve their lives and build a brighter future through skills development and support.
Gauteng
Women's Empowerment, Youth & Child Support
BRO
Beautiful Rubies Organization
Mariette Ngoie Masele
maselemariette@gmail.com
A women-led movement that empowers asylum-seeking and refugee women in South Africa. Beautiful Rubies provides skills training in crafts like beadwork and bag-making, alongside spiritual support, to help women achieve economic independence.
Gauteng
Women's Empowerment & Skills
YLFP
YomeLeLA Farming Project
Ntombizethu Williams
yomelelawilliams@gmail.com
A project focused on sustainable food production and environmental education. In partnership with initiatives like the Earthchild Project, it establishes school and community gardens to promote food security and agricultural skills among youth.
Gauteng
Agriculture, Food Security & Environment
XSA
Xaveri South Africa
Saidi Zed
zsaidi36@gmail.com
Youth organizations and community college focused on cultural relations and education. It provides community leaders with relevant skills and programs to become agents of change, with a focus on human rights and refugee community development.
Gauteng
Youth Development & Education
KSA
Kivu Solidarity for All
Jeff Mwendanga Baluzi
info@kivusolidarity.org.za
A non-profit, refugee-led organization whose objective is to identify and assist socially burdened individuals and families in the community. Kivu Solidarity focuses on alleviating suffering and encouraging social innovation, with a particular emphasis on those affected by conflict in the Kivu regions of the DRC.
Gauteng
Humanitarian Aid & Community Development
GS
Galore Sports
Tony Chiloane
tonychiloanel@gmail.com
A sports development academy that uses community-led sports as a tool for social change. It offers activities to help disadvantaged communities, including refugees, reclaim their dignity and become self-sufficient through participation in sports and recreation.
Gauteng
Sports for Development & Youth Engagement
RLD
Refugees Living with Disabilities
Ibrahim Basubi
musiwabas@gmail.com
This organization advocates for the rights and inclusion of refugees and asylum seekers with disabilities. It works to ensure non-discriminatory access to services and safeguards the human rights of one of the most vulnerable groups within the displaced community.
Gauteng
Disability Rights & Social Inclusion
SBC
Sunnyside Basketball Club
Mncedisi Khoza
mkhoza@sunnysidebasketballclub.co.za
A non-profit organization established in 2020 that uses basketball as a tool for youth development. The club trains and coaches young people, hosting events like the "Inclusion Cup" to commemorate World Refugee Day and promote social integration.
Gauteng
Sports for Development & Social Inclusion
ACSLP
African Community Soccer League Pretoria
Eric Sanvura
sanvuraziza@yahoo.fr
A community-based soccer league that promotes and develops the game of football in Pretoria. It provides a platform for youth and community members, including refugees, to engage in organized sport, fostering talent and community spirit.
Gauteng
Sports, Community Building & Development
CRM
Congolese Renaissance Movement
Kapele Mutachi
congoleserenaissancem@gmail.com
This organisation works to empower and unite the Congolese community in South Africa. It promotes cultural heritage, social cohesion, and advocates for the rights and successful integration of Congolese migrants and refugees.
Gauteng
Community Development and Advocacy
EMDHR
Eritrean Movement for Democracy and Human Rights (EMDHR)
Teklu Solomon
teklusolo7@gmail.com
EMDHR is an autonomous civic movement dedicated to promoting human rights and democratic values for Eritreans. It actively highlights human rights violations in Eritrea and defends the rights of Eritrean refugees in South Africa and other African nations.
Gauteng
Human Rights & Advocacy
IWE
Interhelp Women Empowerment
Francine Ngomba Kalala
makindafrancine@gmail.com
The organization is dedicated to the empowerment of women. It aims to provide support, resources, and opportunities to enhance the social and economic well-being of women in the community.
Gauteng
Women's Empowerment
L2R
Link2Rise
Pauline Ntirata
muchcarell@gmail.com
An organization working to create pathways and connections that help refugees and migrants rise above challenges and build better futures in Johannesburg.
Gauteng
Community Empowerment & Linkages
POWC
Power of Women and Children (POWC-Arise and Shine)
Juvenal Hatungimana
hajuvhimana50@gmail.com
An organization focused on the mental health and psychosocial well-being of women and children. POWC runs community psychosocial care programs under its 'Arise and Shine' initiative, supporting vulnerable families.
Gauteng
Mental Health & Psychosocial Care
ABSSA
Association for Burundian Solidarity in South Africa
Pascal Minani
minanipascal@gmail.com
ABUSSA works to build solidarity and community among Burundian refugees and migrants in South Africa, providing support and advocacy for community members.
Gauteng
Community Solidarity & Advocacy
AGHI
Africa Grassroots Healing Initiatives
Gaudence Uwizeye
guwizeye25@gmail.com
An initiative focused on grassroots healing and community development in Johannesburg, working at the community level to address trauma, promote well-being, and build resilience.
Gauteng
Community Healing & Development
WJ
Women on the Journey
Adria Dusabeyezu
womenjourneysa@gmail.com
An organization dedicated to supporting and empowering women refugees and migrants on their journey toward stability, integration, and self-determination in Johannesburg.
Gauteng
Women's Empowerment & Support
PAN
Pax Afrika Network
Claude Bernard
kclaudeb@yahoo.fr
Pax Afrika Network Pax Afrika Network promotes peacebuilding, conflict prevention, social cohesion, and community dialogue, working to strengthen peaceful coexistence, support refugee and migrant inclusion, and foster resilient communities across South Africa.
Gauteng
Peacebuilding, Conflict Prevention, Social Cohesion, Community Dialogue
HBDCC
His Blessing Day Care Center and Pre-School
Ms Anita Nkozimana
hisblessingdaycarecentreandpre@gmail.com
His Blessing Day Care Center and Pre-School provides early childhood development, quality pre-school education, and childcare services, supporting refugee and migrant families by creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment for young children.
Gauteng
Early Childhood Development, Pre-School Education, Childcare, Refugee & Migrant Family Support
Kwazulu Natal Province
Active
10 Member Organizations
Active in this province
Member Organisations
AgendaGL
Governance and Livelihoods Agenda (AgendaGL)
Dr. Stephen Shisanya
florences@agendagl.org
Founded in 2015, AgendaGL is a dynamic NGO that aims to contribute towards uplifting communities' livelihoods. It focuses on the intersection of good governance and sustainable economic opportunities for vulnerable populations.
Kwazulu-Natal
Governance, Livelihoods & Economic Empowerment
RPDTJ
Rwandan Platform for Dialogue, Truth and Justice
Stanley Rwandarugari
info.rdtj@gmail.com
A platform focused on fostering reconciliation and justice within the Rwandan diaspora. It facilitates dialogue and provides support to community members, aiming to build a future based on unity, equality, and harmony.
Kwazulu-Natal
Peace & Reconciliation, Justice
AfrisC
African Solidarity Campaign (AfrisC)
Mmindje Kabakilwa (Steven)
kabakilwa@afrisoc.org.za
AfrisC promotes unity and solidarity among African communities in South Africa. The organisation runs campaigns and programs aimed at fostering social cohesion, mutual support, and collective action on issues affecting migrants.
Kwazulu-Natal
Social Cohesion and Community Mobilisation
PSN
Phephisa Survivors Network
Esperande Bigirimana
espebigira@gmail.com
The Phephisa Survivors Network exists to give voice to survivors and to advocate for safer environments for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). It brings together both South African and migrant survivors to build a global movement for healing and justice.
Kwazulu-Natal
GBV Support & Survivor Advocacy
BWC
Burundian Women Community
Shemsa Juma
Shessas2002@yahoo.fr
A community organization dedicated to supporting and empowering Burundian women in KwaZulu-Natal, fostering solidarity and mutual support among community members.
Kwazulu-Natal
Women's Empowerment & Community Support
KMI
The Key Ministry International (KMI)
Agathe Nshimirimana
matabarolydia@gmail.com
Established in 2004, KMI responds to the challenges faced by refugees and asylum seekers. It works to integrate foreign nationals through spiritual, social, and economic services, providing emergency support and fostering community.
Kwazulu-Natal
Refugee Integration & Faith-Based Services
PP
Phumelelah Projects
Ms Lourentia Ogle
phumelelaprojects@gmail.com
A community-driven project organization working to uplift and support vulnerable communities in KwaZulu-Natal through targeted development programs.
Kwazulu-Natal
Community Development
ASN
African Solidarity Network
Percy Nhau
percynhaul972@gmail.com
ASONET — A Home for Africans. An organization providing solidarity, support, and community services to African migrants and refugees in KwaZulu-Natal.
Kwazulu-Natal
Community Support & Advocacy
UAI
Upskills Africa Initiative
Ps. Haguma Tito
theolily2003@gmail.com
An initiative dedicated to upskilling and empowering community members in KwaZulu-Natal through training and capacity-building programs.
Kwazulu-Natal
Skills Development & Empowerment
URASA
Urban Refugee Asylum Seekers Assistance (URASA)
Belinda Lwaboshi
belbonk2007@yahoo.com
An organization providing essential assistance and support services to urban refugees and asylum seekers in KwaZulu-Natal, helping them navigate urban challenges.
Kwazulu-Natal
Refugee & Asylum Seeker Support
Limpopo Province
Active
4 Member Organizations
Active in this province
Member Organisations
HRV
House of Restoration Vision
Mudau Gladys
houseofrestorationvision@gmail.com
A community-based organisation dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for vulnerable individuals and families. It focuses on restoring hope and dignity through practical assistance and empowerment programs.
Limpopo
Social Services, Shelter & Support
BMG
Babamzazi Media Group
Ibrahim Djuma
ibrahimbabamzazidjuma@gmail.com
A media initiative focused on creating content that educates and entertains, while giving a platform to migrant voices and stories. It aims to change narratives and foster greater understanding through creative media production.
Limpopo
Media, Arts & Culture
UORS
United Organization for Refugee-Led Solutions UORS
Malipo Muhashale
malipomuhashale@gmail.com
A collaborative network of organisations working together for community development. S.O.D focuses on pooling resources and expertise to implement sustainable projects that improve livelihoods and well-being for displaced populations.
Limpopo
Community Development and Livelihoods
A4JD
Advocacy 4 Justice and Dignity
Augustin Abedi
augustinlegal2025@gmail.com
An organization focused on upholding human rights and ensuring fair treatment for all individuals. It works to promote equality, justice, and dignity, particularly for marginalized and vulnerable populations within South Africa.
Limpopo
Human Rights Advocacy & Social Justice
Mpumalanga Province
Active
1 Member Organization
Active in this province
Member Organisations
WFA
Walk of Faith Afrika
Aisha Chilanda
houseofrestorationvision@gmail.com
Walk By Faith Fellowship Church is a Christ-centered, Spirit-led ministry. Its mission is to glorify God, make disciples, and bring transformation to individuals and families through the Gospel, with a vision to expand across the Free State.
Mpumalanga
Religious / Faith-Based
Limpopo Province
Active
3 Member Organizations
Active in this province
Member Organisations
ZRD
Zithande Rural Development
Jeremy
jeremie@afrideve.com
A rural development organization working to improve livelihoods and support community development initiatives across South Africa.
Northern Cape
Rural Development
PJEA
People for Justice Equality for All
Justin Rene Edropia
justrenem@gmail.com
An organization dedicated to the principles of social justice and human rights enshrined in South Africa's constitution. It advocates for the rights of all people to be treated with dignity and fairness, honoring those who have suffered for justice and freedom.
Northern Cape
Social Justice & Human Rights Advocacy
SDF
Somali Diaspora Forum
Abdul
blueflag12345@gmail.com
SDF focuses on women and youth empowerment, GBV prevention, social cohesion and sports, working to create a stronger, more unified Somali diaspora community in South Africa.
Northern Cape
Women & Youth Empowerment, GBV, Sports
North West Province
Active
7 Member Organizations
Active in this province
Member Organisations
NWHR
Northwest House of Refuge (NWHR)
Blaise Kasiama
info@nwhr.org.za
Based in the North West, NWHR provides a safe haven and essential services for displaced communities, with a special focus on vulnerable women and children. It offers support for integration, education, livelihood and skill development.
North West
Shelter, Education, Integration & Youth
SLASA
Somali Leaders Association of South Africa
Mohamed Aden
somalileadersa@gmail.com
A leadership body that represents the Somali community, engaging with authorities and civil society to address key issues. It promotes good governance, social cohesion, and the welfare of Somali nationals in South Africa.
North West
Community Leadership and Advocacy
SCSSA
Somali Community Service of South Africa
Mostafa Shirwa
shrwa.net@gmail.com
Provides advocacy and community services to Somali refugees and migrants in South Africa, fostering unity and offering practical support to help families integrate and thrive.
North West
Advocacy and Community Service
SNF
Salamende Ntsomi Foundation
Caroline Yvonne Ntsomi
Salamendentsoni.npo@gmail.com
A foundation engaged in community arts and culture. It operates as a casting agency and provides training in theatre, music, drama, and dance. The foundation uses the arts as a tool for social commentary and activism, such as its #ArtistsAgainstGBV campaign.
North West
Arts & Culture, Social Activism (GBV)
RCC
Rustenburg Congolese Community
Patience Lukeso
rustenburgcongolesecommunity@gmail.com
A community organisation providing social welfare and community support services to Congolese community members in the Rustenburg area, promoting unity in diversity.
North West
Social Welfare & Community Support
UEC
United Ethiopian Community (Northwest)
Adeno Detebo
Adeno Detebo
teklusolo7@gmail.com
This organization unites the Ethiopian community in the Northwest province. It provides a support system for its members, preserves cultural heritage, and works to address the specific needs of the community in the region.
North West
Community Organisation and Cultural Preservation
RASS
Refugee Advocacy and Social Service
Hailu Adalo
Hailu Adalo
lectorhta@gmail.com
An organization providing advocacy and social support services to refugees and asylum seekers in the Northwest province of South Africa.
North West
Advocacy and Social Support
Western Cape Province
Active
14 Member Organizations
Active in this province
Member Organisations
HPEIM
House of Prayer and Empowerment International Ministry
Dimakatso Sithole & Lydia Mavuso
A Christian organization and church with a mission of bringing hope to the hopeless. The ministry focuses on evangelism, discipleship, and empowerment, aiming to reach communities with a message of faith and support.
Western Cape
Faith-Based Services & Community Outreach
UDF
Umoja Development Foundation
Jano Mushosi
umojadfoundation@gmail.com
A non-profit and charitable organization that strives to create a positive impact on vulnerable communities. Umoja Development Foundation focuses particularly on assisting refugees, asylum seekers, and stateless persons through fundraising and support programs.
Western Cape
Community Empowerment & Refugee Support
AFFG
Africa for Future Generations (AFFG)
Viviane Pounguy Tsimba
litsteps@gmail.com
AFFG is dedicated to investing in the potential of young people within migrant and host communities. The organisation runs programs focused on education, mentorship, and leadership development to empower the next generation.
Western Cape
Youth Empowerment and Education
CCSSA
Congolese Civil Society of South Africa
Isaiha Mombilo
congolesecivilsocietysa@gmail.com
A representative body that unites and advocates for the Congolese community. It works to address social, economic, and legal challenges faced by its members, promoting unity and collective problem-solving.
Western Cape
Community Advocacy
RRCT
Rwandan Refugee Living in Cape Town (RRCT)
Epiphanie Mukasano
projects@hrmc.org.za
RRCT is a community-based support network for Rwandan refugees in Cape Town. The organization provides a sense of belonging and practical assistance, helping members navigate life and access opportunities in the city.
Western Cape
Community Support and Integration
CWEO
Changemakers Women Empowerment Organisation
Elizabeth Chakomber
changemaker2023@yahoo.com
An organization focused on identifying and nurturing dynamic community leaders. It aims to create a network of "Change Makers" who can drive positive social transformation and build resilient communities across South Africa.
Western Cape
Community Empowerment
TI
Timely Interactions
Shing West
info@timelyinteractions.org.za
A non-profit company dedicated to providing integrated mental well-being opportunities. Timely Interactions works to break down barriers in mental health, foster open dialogue, and create a supportive community for individuals and organizations.
Western Cape
Mental Health & Well-being
ABKSG
Amis BK Support Group
Bertin Manwa
bertinmuhigirwam@gmail.com
A registered non-profit organization committed to improving community relations. Amis BK promotes social cohesion between local and foreign nationals through inclusive programs focused on sports, education, cultural awareness, and self-reliance initiatives.
Western Cape
Social Cohesion & Community Development
SASA
Somali Association of South Africa (SASA)
Abdikadir Mohamed
abdikadir@somaliassociation.org.za
Founded in 1996, SASA was the first refugee-led community organization in South Africa. It provides advocacy and development projects, including adult education and youth programs, to promote self-reliance, integration, and social cohesion for around 122,300 beneficiaries nationwide.
Western Cape
Advocacy, Community Development & Education
VH
Village of Hope
Flory Tshimbalanga Kabambi
Supports children and youth to reach their full potential by providing safe homes, education, and trauma counseling. It promotes social cohesion through community-based research and provides a loving home for children affected by various hardships.
Western Cape
Child & Youth Care, Education & Trauma Support
MIAO
MbaIvo Initiative (Ambazonian Organization)
Lumumba Nkebih Chia
comradelumumba@gmail.com
An organization representing the Ambazonian community in South Africa, working to support community members and advocate for their rights and welfare.
Western Cape
Community Advocacy
DMSM
DMS Ministries
Avenvuka Mbu-Letang Pascal
dmsworshipcenter@gmail.com
DMS Ministries is a religious, Christ-centered organization based in Cape Town. Operating as The Heirs of Promise Sanctuary, its mission is centered on the Gospel with the aim of changing lives and serving the community through faith.
Western Cape
Pastoral Care
USD
Umoja Skill Development
Liliane Mukidi
lilianem@umojaforafrica.com
An organization focused on women empowerment, livelihood improvement, and skills training including sewing programs to help women achieve economic independence.
Western Cape
Women Empowerment & Livelihood
ARF
Africa Revival Foundation
Mr Serge Ndayegamiye
sergendayegamiye9@gmail.com
Africa Revival Foundation focuses on community revival, refugee integration, and holistic social development, working to strengthen community resilience, promote social inclusion, and support sustainable livelihoods for refugees and host communities across South Africa.
Western Cape
Community Development, Refugee Integration, Social Development, Community Resilience
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