#CEOLegacyProject | Zanele Maduna Knowledge & Wellness Hub

Building the
Zanele Maduna
Knowledge & Wellness Hub.

The CEO & Founder of No-Valo Foundation is returning to her roots to completely revamp the library of her former high school, Esokwazi Secondary School, in Sebokeng. Join us in creating a sanctuary of learning.

Esokwazi Secondary School Library
Zanele Maduna, CEO
The Inspiration

A Message from
Zanele Maduna

"I grew up not having a sanctuary to study. There wasn't a functional library at my school, and the closest reliable one was almost 30 minutes away..."

"This made studying extremely difficult for me. But that lack of resources became my driving force. It drove me to start the No-Valo Learning Centre to provide critical psychosocial and study skills support, and the No-Valo Foundation to eradicate poverty."

"Now, I am going back to where it all began: Esokwazi Secondary School in Sebokeng. This library renovation is my legacy to the youth, ensuring they have the sanctuary I never had."

About No-Valo Foundation

The No-Valo Foundation is dedicated to eradicating poverty and supporting community development. We focus our impact through two main pillars:

Library Renovations

SDG 4: Quality Education

Transforming neglected spaces into vibrant, resource-rich environments where students can focus and thrive.

Hunger Alleviation

SDG 2: Zero Hunger

Ensuring students have the basic nutritional necessities required to concentrate and succeed in their studies.

Project Roadmap

Follow our journey leading up to Launch Day.

Late 2025 - Mid 2026

Inception & Strategy Meetings

August 9 - 15

Phase 1: Cleaning

August 16 - 20

Phase 2: Painting & Repairs

August 26 - 30

Phase 3: Furniture Installations

We are currently here
September 1 - 6

Phase 4: Book Sorting

September 12

Phase 5: Grand Launch!