Phola Mzansi Social Enterprise

20/02/2026

19/02/2026

Today we gathered in warmth, gratitude and celebration to honour the birthday of our beloved founder, Mrs Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo, the visionary behind Phola Mzansi Social Enterprise.

What a beautiful and meaningful way to mark another year of her life — surrounded by colleagues, friends and the Phola family — while also celebrating the official launch of the Phola Mzansi Institute for Presence and Etiquette.

Mrs Ncazelo has dedicated her life to restoring dignity, strengthening communities, and nurturing resilience through culturally grounded approaches such as the Tree of Life methodology. Her work has reached families, schools, organisations and practitioners across the world — always rooted in compassion, excellence and deep respect for human stories.

The launch of the Phola Mzansi Institute for Presence and Etiquette is a natural and powerful extension of this legacy. In a time where many young people and professionals are navigating complex social and professional spaces, this institute will focus on cultivating presence, confidence, grace, and respectful engagement. It is about more than table manners — it is about self-worth, self-regulation, and showing up in the world with integrity and dignity.

This new chapter reflects Mrs Mlilo’s unwavering belief that healing and empowerment must also include how we carry ourselves — how we speak, how we listen, and how we treat others. Presence is power. Etiquette is dignity in action.

The mini celebration may have been intimate, but the vision it marked is expansive. We celebrated not only a birthday, but a legacy in motion — a woman who continues to plant seeds of hope, excellence and transformation wherever she goes.

Happy Birthday, Mrs Mlilo’s. May this year be filled with continued impact, joy, and the gentle but powerful unfolding of every dream placed in your heart. 🌿✨

13/02/2026

📣📣AWARDS SUMMIT TICKETS ON SALE!!!

🌟 SPONSORED ACCESS – NOW ONLY R999 (Was R3400) 🌟
A limited number of heavily subsidised tickets have been made available to ensure broader access to this prestigious global platform.

The Women Changing the World Global Awards is an international initiative recognising women who are driving impact across business, community development, leadership, innovation and social transformation. The South Africa Regional Awards create space for local women leaders to be seen, honoured and connected to a global network of changemakers.

Your R999 Sponsored Ticket includes:
✔ Access to the WCW Regional Awards Ceremony
✔ A inspiring day of recognition and celebration
✔ Meaningful connection with women leaders and changemakers

This initiative is powered by Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo in partnership with the Women Changing the World Global Awards, Phola Mzansi Social Enterprise, and Malibongwe Arts Festival Foundation NPC — organisations committed to dignity, leadership and meaningful social impact.

🎟 Limited sponsored seats available. When they’re gone, they’re gone.

Step into the room.
Be seen.
Be celebrated.

CHECK OUT THIS TICKET: VISIT: https://pholamzansi.co.za/product/wcw-global-awards-premier-pass/

04/02/2026

World Cancer Day

On World Cancer Day, Phola stands in solidarity with individuals, families, and communities affected by cancer. We honour the courage of those living with cancer, remember those we have lost, and acknowledge the caregivers and professionals who walk this journey alongside them.

At Phola, we believe healing goes beyond the physical. Through culturally grounded, narrative-based approaches, we hold space for stories of pain, resilience, hope, and restoration. We are committed to psychosocial wellbeing that affirms dignity, strengthens emotional resilience, and reminds every person that they are not defined by illness, but by their humanity and strength.

Today, and every day, we choose compassion, collective care, and hope. Because no one should face cancer alone — and every story deserves to be heard and supported.

03/02/2026

Begin your journey with a globally award-winning healing methodology.

Phola International invites practitioners, educators, and community workers to Level 1: Introduction to the Tree of Life — a powerful, culturally grounded training facilitated by Ncazelo Ncube Mlilo, co-founder of the Tree of Life approach.

This 7-hour immersive workshop introduces the history and foundations of the Tree of Life methodology, the narrative ideas that shape it, and the Imbeleko approach. Through experiential learning, participants will explore the four key parts of the methodology and gain practical tools to support individuals and communities affected by trauma.

Whether you are new to narrative practices or seeking to strengthen your trauma-responsive work, this training offers a solid, inspiring foundation.

🎓 Certificate of participation available
📅 Multiple 2026 dates
⏰ 10AM–5PM (London time)
🌍 Internationally recognised training

Step into learning that restores dignity, builds resilience, and expands your impact.💚

03/02/2026

Take your practice deeper with globally recognised, trauma-responsive training.

Phola International presents the Advanced COURRAGE Training — an immersive two-day workshop rooted in the award-winning Tree of Life and COURRAGE methodologies. Facilitated by Ncazelo Ncube Mlilo, this advanced training is designed for practitioners ready to strengthen their therapeutic skills, refine their practice, and confidently respond to trauma using narrative and experiential approaches.

Participants will engage with the 10 steps of the COURRAGE methodology, explore real project case studies, take part in hands-on experiential learning, and create their own COURRAGE photo storybooks. This training is ideal for professionals working in mental health, education, community development, and social impact spaces who want to create meaningful, sustainable change.

🎓 Certificate of participation provided
📅 Multiple 2026 dates available on the flyer
⏳ Two-day intensive training
💡 Global, results-driven approach to healing and impact

Step into a space of learning, courage, and transformation — and expand the way you support others. ✨

03/02/2026

Phola International invites you to the Tree of Life Workshop Series — a global award-winning therapeutic innovation designed to strengthen your skills, deepen your understanding, and expand your impact. Guided by Ncazelo Ncube Mlilo, this 3-hour, results-driven training introduces the COURRAGE methodology, narrative therapy approaches, and experiential learning tools for responding to trauma with care and confidence.

Whether you work in education, community development, mental health, or leadership, this workshop equips you to lead with courage, clarity, and compassion — wherever you are in the world.

📅 Multiple dates available in 2026
⏰ 12PM–3PM (London time)

26/01/2026

✨THIS IS YOUR TIME TO SHINE!!✨

After sharing the exciting news that the Women Changing the World Awards are coming to Johannesburg for the first time, we’re still feeling the energy — and the reason is simple: this moment matters.

The Women Changing the World Awards are about recognising women who are doing the work — leading with purpose, building businesses, transforming communities, advancing mental health, education, innovation, and opening doors for the next generation. It’s a global platform, but the impact is deeply personal and rooted in real stories.

One of those stories is Ncazelo Ncube Mlilo, a Johannesburg-based mental health pioneer whose work continues to reach far beyond South Africa’s borders. With over 25 years of experience as a narrative therapist and psychosocial specialist, Ncazelo has dedicated her life to supporting women, children, and communities affected by trauma, gender-based violence, poverty, and HIV/AIDS.

Earlier this year, her work was recognised on the international stage at the 2025 Women Changing the World Awards in London, where she received three global awards — a powerful reminder that African-rooted, community-based solutions belong on the world stage. Through Phola NPO, her methodologies, including the Tree of Life (ToL) approach, are now practised in more than 60 countries worldwide.

✨ This is why the Johannesburg awards matter.
Because they create space for South African women to connect, be inspired, gain visibility, and see what’s possible — not someday, but now.

🎟️ If you saw our last post and thought, “I should be there,” this is your sign. Join us as we celebrate women who are changing the world — starting right here at home.

🔗 Learn more:
https://pholamzansi.co.za/wcw_awards_landing/

🎫 Tickets:
https://pholamzansi.co.za/tickets/

23/01/2026

🌍✨ Women Changing the World Awards — Johannesburg! ✨
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For the first time ever, the prestigious Women Changing the World Awards — a global programme that recognises women driving positive change across business, leadership, health, education, innovation, sustainability and more — are coming to Johannesburg, South Africa. These awards celebrate the vision, courage and impact of women leaders whose work transforms communities and reshapes futures.

This is more than an awards ceremony — it’s a movement. The WCW Awards aim to elevate, celebrate, connect and support women changemakers by providing a platform to share their stories, showcase their work, and build meaningful connections that amplify impact across industries and borders.

We’re especially proud to highlight Ncazelo Ncube Mlilo, internationally recognised leader and mental health pioneer. Based in Johannesburg, Ncazelo holds more than 25 years of experience as a narrative therapist and psychosocial specialist and has dedicated her life to supporting women, children, families and communities affected by trauma, poverty, gender-based violence, HIV/AIDS and other hardships.

At the 2025 Women Changing the World Awards in London, she received three global accolades — including the People’s Choice Award for Non-Profit and Social Enterprise, the Women in Therapy and Counselling Services Award, and the Golden Heart Award, personally presented by the Duchess of York — recognising her deep, compassionate service and her Afrocentric, culturally sensitive approaches to healing.

Through her organisation Phola NPO, Ncazelo has developed world-renowned methodologies such as the Tree of Life (ToL) approach — now practised in over 60 countries — and continues to train more than 1,000 mental health practitioners annually, reaching an estimated 100,000 people around the world each year.

✨ Why attend?
This event is a powerful opportunity for South African women to:
• Be inspired by global and local women leaders.
• Network with changemakers across sectors.
• Gain visibility and support for their own impact journeys.
• Learn practical insights that can elevate their leadership, business and community work.

🎟️ Don’t miss this chance to honour women who are truly changing the world — and to be part of a movement that uplifts women across South Africa and beyond.

For more information on Women Changing the World Awards visit: https://pholamzansi.co.za/wcw_awards_landing/ and on how to get tickets, visit: https://pholamzansi.co.za/tickets/ .

22/01/2026

For the first time, the Women Changing the World Awards are coming to Johannesburg 🇿🇦
This global awards platform celebrates women who are leading with vision, courage, innovation, and heart—women who are building businesses, transforming communities, advancing education, and opening doors for the next generation.
More than an awards ceremony, this is a powerful space for connection, recognition, and inspiration. It brings together women leaders, changemakers, and trailblazers to share stories, build meaningful relationships, and celebrate impact that is shaping a better world.
At Phola Mzansi Social Enterprise, we believe in amplifying women’s leadership and creating platforms where women’s contributions are seen, valued, and celebrated.
Join us in honoring South Africa’s extraordinary women who are changing the world.
For more information on Women Changing the World Awards visit: https://pholamzansi.co.za/wcw_awards_landing/ and on how to get tickets, visit: https://pholamzansi.co.za/tickets/ .

19/01/2026

Back to school can bring a mix of excitement, pressure, and new challenges — and that’s completely normal. At Phola, we believe every learner deserves a safe space to grow emotionally, academically, and socially.

As the year begins, let’s support our learners with patience, kindness, and understanding. Healing and learning go hand in hand.

Here’s to courage, calm, and resilience in 2026.

25/12/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at Phola! ✨🎄

May this festive season bring you hope, warmth, and moments of joy with those you love. Thank you for being part of our journey and for standing with us as we continue to build communities that are equipped to overcome. ❤️

Wishing you peace, light, and renewed strength as we head into the new year. 🎁🌟