For the past years, Nkosinathi “Kgosi” Khumalo has been running therapy-based programmes aimed at supporting children from underprivileged backgrounds, and 2025 was no different as his good gesture continued in Kagiso.
The initiative, sponsored by Net Nine Nine, uses creative workshops, engagement activities and safe spaces to help children express themselves, heal emotionally and rediscover joy.
What began as a small idea rooted in giving back has grown into a large-scale community movement where opportunities are often limited and childhood hardships are common.
However, Khumalo, also known as Kgaka (Guineafowl in English) in Kagiso where he was born and raised, is quietly using creativity, compassion and technology to change young lives.
KAGISO’S BEACON OF HOPE BLESSES THE NEEDY!
Known to many as a virtual artist and digital creative, Khumalo has become a beacon of hope for hundreds of disadvantaged children through his annual Christmas charity initiative and year-long therapy kids programme.
As he proudly describes his event, Khumalo said: “You don’t have to fix everything. You just have to do something. That hungry child doesn’t need a miracle, they need one meal. That struggling mother doesn’t need thousands, she needs one chance. When you give to our charity event, 100% goes directly to them. No fancy offices. No executive bonuses. Just real help for real people.”
The programme reached a powerful milestone in December 2025, culminating in a vibrant Christmas charity event held on 20 December.
The celebration followed two intensive workshop days on 18 and 19 December, where children participated in structured activities designed to uplift, educate and inspire them.
REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENT BY OVER 2 230 CHILDREN!
In total, 2 230 children attended the programme, according to him, a remarkable achievement made possible through the support of his sponsor Net Nine Nine.
For many of these children, it was more than just a festive gathering – it was an experience of care, dignity and belonging.
“The whole idea was to give back to the kids,” Khumalo explained.
“Most of them come from disadvantaged backgrounds. We wanted to make sure they felt seen, supported and celebrated. The Christmas event delivered exactly that. Children received clothing, Christmas presents and essential items.”
BEYOND GIFTS AND FESTIVITIES, PROGRAMME CARRIED PURPOSE!
Throughout the workshops, Khumalo and his team ran several therapy-focused activities that encouraged confidence, emotional expression and peer support.
For many children, it was the first time they had access to such nurturing attention.
“I remember where I come from,” he says while at his home where his visual studio is at Kagiso’s main road, Kagiso Avenue, leading up to the shopping mall.
“That’s why this programme matters so much to me.”
As the children returned home with gifts in their hands and smiles on their faces, the success of the 2025 programme stood as proof that compassion, when paired with action, can transform lives.
