In Johannesburg, South Africa, there is a beacon of hope amidst the darkness – Thandanani House of Refuge. This remarkable ministry is dedicated to rescuing and restoring the lives of vulnerable children and teenagers who have been orphaned, abandoned, abused, or neglected.

The story of Thandanani began over 40 years ago, when a compassionate Christian woman noticed the plight of young children in her neighborhood who were not attending school due to the lack of compulsory education during the apartheid era. Driven by a deep desire to make a difference, she started a small school in her garage, which quickly grew and eventually found a home on the premises of the Honeyridge Baptist Church, becoming the Kingsway Christian School.


Today, Thandanani House of Refuge is providing a loving home and support for school-age children and teenagers. The ministry is committed to sharing the transformative power of the gospel with the children in their care.