Zenex Foundation

Celebrating 30 years of supporting education transformation in SA. Three decades of influencing education through evidence-led grantmaking. Of generating and sharing knowledge. And, of working collaboratively to enhance impact. Together, #ItAllAddsUp . #30YearsOfImpact

NGOs are not contractors. They are co-creators of solutions. This #WorldNGODay, we reflect on why strengthening the education ecosystem, not just funding projects, is critical for sustainable reform. Read more: linkedin.com/pulse/world-ng… #EducationReform #NGOSector #SouthAfrica

When used purposefully, M&E can inform strategy, improve programmes, and contribute to sector learning. Read our article on three decades of evidence driving impact in the @Trialogue Business in Society Handbook 2025. Read the full case study here: trialogueknowledgehub.co.za/handbook-2025-… #30YearsOfimpact #M&E #EducationEvaluation

Closing our 30th anniversary year with gratitude for our partners and stakeholders. Thank you for the collaboration, stories, and shared impact in education. Watch our video reflecting on 2025. Here’s to the journey ahead. #Zenex30 youtu.be/_1GB2ZePNC0

In her article below, our Programme Manager, Thabisile Zuma @amyzea , reflects on her journey through the #FLIEP Fellowship, a global programme shaping the next generation of leaders in education philanthropy. Read more: bit.ly/44lLUjA #PhilanthropyInEducation

ZENEX STORIES OF IMPACT|IT ALL ADDS UP| From an unexpected start in sociology to a transformative postdoctoral fellowship supported by #ZenexFoundation. Watch as Prof. @Zahraa1999 shares how rare opportunities can change a career. #ZenexStoriesOfImpact #CapacityBuilding

ZENEX STORIES OF IMPACT | IT ALL ADDS UP| As Zenex marks 30 years of impact, we celebrate a powerful 20-year partnership with @SAMEA_SA in building SA’s M&E community. Watch a video featuring Jen Norins and @BenitaW below. #ZenexStoriesOfImpact #SAMEA20 #ItAllAddsUp

ZENEX STORIES OF IMPACT|In this video, @KMxatule shares how the 2016 Zenex Legacy Scholarship shaped her path in the M&E sector. She now proudly serves as Ass. Director for Impact & Learning at the @TrevorNoahFdn . Watch her story here. #MonitoringAndEvaluation #ItAllAddsUP

ZENEX STORIES OF IMPACT|IT ALL ADDS UP| From scholarship recipient to driving impact at the @gatesfoundation . In this inspiring video, Fatima Mathivha shares how the Zenex Scholarship & Internship Programme became the launch pad for her career in M&E. #ZenexStoriesOfImpact

We’re honoured to receive UNISA’s 2025 Outstanding Educator Award at the Chancellor’s Calabash Awards hosted by H.E. Dr Thabo Mbeki. Here’s to education transformation! #ChancellorsCalabash

ZENEX STORIES OF IMPACT | IT ALL ADDS UP| From a regret email to a transformative opportunity, this article shows how access, mentorship and sector pathways redefine young people’s futures. Read more here: linkedin.com/pulse/transfor… #ItAllAddsUp #ZenexStoriesOfImpact

IT ALL ADDS UP| “Literacy is far more than decoding words, it’s a vehicle for children to see themselves.” - Smangele Mathebula from #SAIDE Watch her share how #UlwaziLwethu empowered African-language storytelling. #30YearsOfImpact #EducationForImpact #AfricanLanguages

ZENEX STORIES OF IMPACT| IT ALL ADDS UP| Meet Dr Gumbi, Lindokuhle & Nonzuzo, three alumnae whose journeys show how access + support = generational impact. Read their inspiring story: lnkd.in/dBMzpYQb #ZenexStoriesOfImpact #EducationTransformation #ItAllAddsUp

ZENEX STORIES OF IMPACT | Partnerships that go beyond funding. Change that endures. “Zenex is not just a funder, but a thinking partner - helping to shape the field and move it forward.” - Kim Porteus, NMI Read the full article here: linkedin.com/pulse/reading-… #ItAllAddsUp

ZENEX STORIES OF IMPACT| “Being human is the greatest teaching tool of all.” – Mr Bilal Mohamed, former Zenex #InkanyeziProject teacher. His story reminds us that true impact comes from compassion, not just content. Read more: lnkd.in/dGYQby7K #ItAllAddsUp

ZENEX STORIES OF IMPACT| IT ALL ADDS UP| As Zenex marks 30 Years of Impact, Dr Whitfield Green, CEO at @che_SouthAfrica reflects on our shared journey to strengthen initial teacher education. Watch his full message in the video. #30YearsOfImpact #ItAllAddsUp

Stories of Impact| It All Adds Up| From Zenex to @UNICEF_SA , Dr @andiledube shares her journey of growth, partnership & purpose. Today, Zenex & UNICEF continue to co-fund projects, driving change in foundational learning. #EducationImpact

@Haz_Marriott Thank you for joining us @Haz_Marriott Learning is about understanding what works and what doesn’t, and sharing these insights openly so we can all grow and improve together.

@ZenexF 30th Anniversary seminar. So inspiring to hear the CEO Gail talk not just about the successes but also about the challenges and change in direction.

@Kelello_ Thank you for your warm wishes. Your contributions have been integral to deepening the learnings and impact of our work. We look forward to continuing this collaboration in advancing education.

Congratulations to @ZenexF on marking 30 years of impact, innovation, and excellence! 🎉 Three decades of dedication, growth, and meaningful change. Here’s to the more years of driving progress and inspiring others along the way! 👏 #30YearsOfImpact #ItAllAddsUp

@ActiveKTM Thank you for being part of our journey. We’re glad to hear that those sessions made an impact. Here’s to continuing the work of strengthening education and learning together for the next 30 years and beyond!

@ZenexF Thank you I remember the training session you hosted at Wits 2015/6/7 always used to be something i looked forward to attending and fruitful 🥇 Here's to the next 30 years and more 🥳🎉

𝗔 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! On Monday, 13 October, we gathered with partners and stakeholders to mark Zenex’s 30 years of learning, collaboration and impact in education in South Africa. It was a moment to reflect on the Zenex Foundation’s journey and to celebrate the many partners and stakeholders who have contributed to the progress we’ve made together. To everyone who joined us, thank you for your presence. We missed those who were not able to be with us. We felt your support from afar. We have been moved by the many messages which capture the spirit of partnership that has defined our story. As we look forward, we are motivated by the opportunities that lie ahead — to learn, connect, collaborate, and continue making a lasting difference in education across South Africa. #Zenex30 #EducationForImpact #Collaboration #Partnerships #Learning