Men’s Month 2025: Incema NPO Breaks Barriers Through traditional Council Engagements.

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“Healing Begins with Honest Conversation”

📅 Posted on 30 July 2025
✍🏽 By Mbalenhle Mbatha | Incema NPO
🌐 www.incema.org.za | Instagram: @incema_npo

This July, under the theme “Breaking Barriers,” Incema NPO embarked on a bold and deeply rooted Men’s Month campaign across uMgungundlovu District. Recognizing the importance of connecting with men where they live, lead, and influence, our team visited traditional councils to engage in honest dialogue around manhood, mental health, culture, and accountability.

Our aim was simple but urgent: to break harmful silences and bring healing to the heart of the community.

🌍 Community Engagements That Mattered

We had the privilege of speaking with respected leaders, elders, and men from various communities, including:

  • 07 July 2025 – Inadi Traditional Council
  • 08 July 2025 – Mafunze Traditional Council
  • 11 July 2025 – Willow Men’s Forum
  • 15 July 2025 – Mpumuza Traditional Council

Each engagement opened space for reflection on the emotional burdens men carry, the stigma surrounding vulnerability, and the cultural shifts required for true healing. We explored how traditional leadership can be powerful allies in reshaping perceptions around masculinity and encouraging responsible, open-hearted manhood.

📻 Radio Reflection: Umgungundlovu 107.6 FM

On 17 July 2025, Incema NPO was invited to share the journey on uMgungundlovu 107.6 FM, where we spoke about:

  • Key takeaways from our outreach
  • Why rural engagement is essential
  • The role of both modern and traditional systems in supporting men

It was a powerful reminder that our stories, our struggles, and our strengths must be heard and shared.

🛡️ Inadi Traditional Council Imbizo – 20 July 2025

We concluded Men’s Month by attending the Inadi Traditional Council Imbizo at KwaMpande. The event focused on two critical areas:

  • Grooming the boy child
  • Mobilizing men in the fight against gender-based violence (GBV)

This Imbizo reminded us that sustainable transformation happens through relationships, presence, and a shared commitment to justice and healing.

💬 Our Message Going Forward

At Incema NPO, we believe that true change begins at community level. Men’s Month 2025 reminded us that the journey to healing must include everyone, especially men. We remain committed to:

  • Nurturing the relationships built during July
  • Strengthening dialogues between communities and leadership
  • Championing wellness, care, and purpose for every man and boy

Together, we are breaking generational barriers and redefining what it means to be a man in South Africa today.

Father and Son Program

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Incema’s Father and Son Program Creates Lasting Bonds at SOS Children’s Village

Incema, a leading organization dedicated to fostering family relationships, hosted a transformative Father and Son Program at SOS Children’s Village In Pietermaritzburg, bringing together fathers and sons for the whole day of adventure, learning, and bonding.

The program, held on 26 June 2021, aimed to provide a unique opportunity for fathers and sons to strengthen their relationships through shared experiences in the great outdoors. Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of SOS, participants were immersed in a series of activities designed to create lasting memories and deepen their connection.

Highlights of the Program Includes:

  • Workshops & Seminars: Insightful workshops led by expert facilitators provided valuable tools and strategies for effective communication, understanding, and parenting. Topics ranged from fostering emotional intelligence to building resilience and empathy.
  • Bonding Activities: From friendly sports competitions to interactive games and crafts, participants enjoyed a variety of activities that encouraged laughter, camaraderie, and moments of shared joy

Boyservation Launch

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Incema’s Boyservation seeks to provide young boys with a platform to learn, grow and thrive in a supportive environment. through mentorship programs, educational workshops and community outreach efforts, the initiative aims to equip young boys with skills they need to succeed in life.

The launch was attended by dignitaries, community leaders and supporters of the initiative who all expressed excitement and support for the program.”This is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering and uplifting uplifting young boys in our community” said Thabiso Ngcobo who is one of the mentors in the boyservation program. Nhlanhla Mthembu from Nikithemba said, ” The launch of the program marks a significant step forward in Incema’s commitment to support the growth and and development of our youth. With the support of our community and partners, we believe that we can make a real difference in the lives of these young boys and help them reach their potential”. Said Mrs Ngcobo who is the director and founder of Incema NPO.

Boyservation Launch

Incema In The News

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Incema was recently interviewed by the SABC News. Incema is a Non Profit Organisation that is motivated in making a better South Africa for all. We have been addressing many of the issues our young people face on a daily basis. We have created programmes that support a culture of allowing our young people to be heard in a safe environment with specialists who are equipped to speak them through the challenges they may face on a daily basis.

To watch our latest interview with SABC News please follow the link below: https://youtu.be/V7AZP1e6wF4

Scholar

Stress on Students during Covid 19 and Lockdown

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When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath of that universal love which bears and sustains us, as it floats around us in an eternity of bliss; and then, my friend, when darkness overspreads my eyes, and heaven and earth seem to dwell in my soul and absorb its power, like the form of a beloved mistress, then I often think with longing, Oh, would I could describe these conceptions, could impress upon paper all that is living so full and warm within me, that it might be the mirror of my soul, as my soul is the mirror of the infinite God!

O my friend — but it is too much for my strength — I sink under the weight of the splendour of these visions! A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine.

I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be incapable of drawing a single stroke at the present moment; and yet I feel that I never was a greater artist than now.

When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath of that universal love which bears and sustains us, as it floats around us in an eternity of bliss; and then, my friend, when darkness overspreads my eyes, and heaven and earth seem to dwell in my soul and absorb its power, like the form of a beloved mistress, then I often think with longing, Oh, would I could describe these conceptions, could impress upon paper all that is living so full and warm within me.

Isolated Child

Increased rate of abuse within homes during lockdown

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When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath of that universal love which bears and sustains us, as it floats around us in an eternity of bliss; and then, my friend, when darkness overspreads my eyes, and heaven and earth seem to dwell in my soul and absorb its power, like the form of a beloved mistress, then I often think with longing, Oh, would I could describe these conceptions, could impress upon paper all that is living so full and warm within me, that it might be the mirror of my soul, as my soul is the mirror of the infinite God!

O my friend — but it is too much for my strength — I sink under the weight of the splendour of these visions! A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine.

I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be incapable of drawing a single stroke at the present moment; and yet I feel that I never was a greater artist than now.

When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath of that universal love which bears and sustains us, as it floats around us in an eternity of bliss; and then, my friend, when darkness overspreads my eyes, and heaven and earth seem to dwell in my soul and absorb its power, like the form of a beloved mistress, then I often think with longing, Oh, would I could describe these conceptions, could impress upon paper all that is living so full and warm within me.

Time is ticking

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When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath of that universal love which bears and sustains us, as it floats around us in an eternity of bliss; and then, my friend, when darkness overspreads my eyes, and heaven and earth seem to dwell in my soul and absorb its power, like the form of a beloved mistress, then I often think with longing, Oh, would I could describe these conceptions, could impress upon paper all that is living so full and warm within me, that it might be the mirror of my soul, as my soul is the mirror of the infinite God!

O my friend — but it is too much for my strength — I sink under the weight of the splendour of these visions! A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine.

I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be incapable of drawing a single stroke at the present moment; and yet I feel that I never was a greater artist than now.

When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath of that universal love which bears and sustains us, as it floats around us in an eternity of bliss; and then, my friend, when darkness overspreads my eyes, and heaven and earth seem to dwell in my soul and absorb its power, like the form of a beloved mistress, then I often think with longing, Oh, would I could describe these conceptions, could impress upon paper all that is living so full and warm within me.