Notha Development Projects is a registered non-profit organization committed to youth-focused educational and development programs.
We collaborate with partners to implement initiatives that promote community sustainability and uplift living standards. Our primary aim is to empower young people to unlock their full potential through access to quality education and holistic support.
Founded by Sinothando Nzama, a lifelong community volunteer, University Access Project (UAP) was born out of a desire to break the cycle of poverty and inequality by enabling young people in townships and rural areas to pursue post-matric education.
With support from key partners like Thomas More College and the Hollywood Foundation, UAP held its first Career Guidance workshop in 2022.
The University Access Project (UAP) supports high school learners, especially matriculants, by removing barriers to higher education. Our comprehensive approach includes career guidance, assistance with university and funding applications, academic and psychosocial support, and mentorship. Through this model, we address both immediate and structural challenges that hinder access to post-matric opportunities.
To empower youth to reach their full potential through education, mentorship, and innovative support programs that nurture holistic development.
A society where every young person has access to the opportunities, skills, resources, and relationships they need to realize their full potential.
Collaboration: We are better together. We encourage strategic collaboration to bring out the best solutions and strengthen the fabric of our communities.
Excellence: We challenge ourselves to do great work. We actively seek feedback to continually improve and evolve our practices and services.
Integrity: We carry out all our work with the greatest responsibility and accountability
Diversity: We capitalize on the richness inherent in differences
Innovation and Creativity: We strive to always look for new and better ways to do our work, and be adaptable and innovative when facing change.