In discerning our theme for this year, we were reminded that God is the planter and glorifying Him is the root of all we do.
Isaiah 61:3b says “…They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of His splendour.”
This powerful verse answers foundational questions of formation:
Who plants? The Lord: This is not self-made growth or forced productivity. God Himself chooses the soil, sets the seed, and oversees the process. What He plants, He commits to tend.
What is planted? Oaks of righteousness: Oaks speak of strength, longevity, resilience, and stability. They withstand storms because their roots go deep before their branches rise high.
Why are we planted? That He may be glorified: The goal is not visibility, speed, or applause—but God’s glory revealed through a life that stands firm over time.
This is not about short-term results; it’s about roots, healing, restoration, and future fruit – strength and longevity are the outcome.
This is the vision of NewDay United.
We draw on our long-standing relationships with grassroots organisations – our trusted partners in churches, businesses and social development organisations – to build productive alliances and deliver programmes that empower.
We get resources to where they will make the biggest difference. Local communities and churches, which often don’t have the capacity to fundraise themselves. We target resources where they help to build self-sustainability, ensuring your donation is tracked by a simple and effective audit.
At NewDay United we believe that equipping people with the right values is as important as financial support or training. Our leaders provide the emotional and moral support required to all the amazing champions we serve to be as effective as possible in the most challenging environments.
True to the spirit of “Ubuntu” (an ancient African word meaning ‘humanity to others’) where emphasis is placed on community influencing the benefit of the greater, NewDay United collaborates with organisations that are already changing their world. We work with churches, businesses, community-based organisations and individuals.
We are committed to championing the champions, enabling them to make a difference and become change agents in their communities, their nation and beyond.
Executive Director
It is an honour and a privilege to lead such an incredible team.
Their dedication and commitment to see the release of fullness of life in the champions we have the privilege to serve is truly inspiring. #strongertogether
Operations Director SA
I recently started an organic veggie garden – I love feeding worms and slugs apparently!
UK Office Manager
I love trying new foods, exploring new places and meeting new people!
Programmes Manager & CLC Coordinator
I love to cook and make a great mild curry, my family calls it “curry for life”
Sewing Enterprise Coordinator
I love comics and often chuckle thinking about them when I am in the taxi
Oversees Hluma, Life Skills & Child Care – Mama in the House!
Project Manager
Manenberg Hub
Counsellor &
Social Worker
My favourite item is my Bible and I love walking in nature
Coordinator
Computer Learning Centre
Hluma Facilitator &
Social Media Video Creator
I love experiencing the world through music
Facilitator
Job Journey
I love singing!
Volunteer Cook
Hluma Afterschool Programme
I love seeing the joy in the children after having a nice meal!
Intern
I.T.
I like hiking!
Facilitator
Manenberg Hub
I love bringing a smile to people’s faces.
I am passionate about sport and love smooth jazz music – it helps me relax.
CWP & Coordinator
Foodscaping Programme
I love RnB music and cooking
Security
Khanyisa
I like playing music
CoderDojo Mentor
Co-runs CoderLevelUp – a regional partner for the CoderDojo Foundation
Social Media Management
Tia loves to dance and never turns down a good South African Braai!
UK Finance Manager
Sue is a Certified Accountant and Registered Accredited Counsellor. She loves cooking, watching football and cricket!
US Coordinator at Grace Church
Danielle loves to spend time with family, creating memories, and have lots of laughs.
