Skills Development Programmes That Create Real Opportunity
We believe skills development is about more than training- it’s about unlocking potential, building confidence, and creating pathways to sustainable livelihoods.
Rhiza Holdings
Rhiza Holdings is a portfolio of initiatives and enterprises focused on driving innovation and entrepreneurship in South Africa, Rwanda, Burundi and Kenya. Our work addresses key socio‑economic challenges by building inclusive systems that support community development and expand access to opportunities.
As the holding structure for our social impact ventures, Rhiza integrates philanthropy and entrepreneurship across five core pillars: Education, Healthcare, Skills Development, Enterprise Development, and Green Economy.
We provide the support and structures needed for individuals and communities to develop, grow, and achieve long-term sustainability through giving access.
Rhiza Babuyile
We focus on delivering practical, measurable solutions that improve livelihoods. Our mission is to create opportunities that strengthen local systems, and support individuals on their path to economic and social stability.
Through Education which is a key driver of long-term development, we support Early Childhood Development Centres to ensure young children receive a strong foundation.
Through Mobile Clinics, our Healthcare provides access to quality primary healthcare services to help close the gaps that many communities face.
Our Green Economy initiatives combine entrepreneurship with environmentally sustainable projects in areas such as alternative energy, water and sanitation, and agriculture.
Rhiza Ventures
Rhiza Ventures supports viable social entrepreneurial solutions within underserved communities, with a focus on Enterprise Supplier Development, Retail, Organic Food, Healthcare, and Education.
We support social, community demand-led enterprises in becoming viable, long‑term businesses by providing the tools, structures, and guidance required for growth. Our role is to accelerate and strengthen cross-sector, socially focused township ventures through implementation models designed for sustainability.
We provide market access for high-quality community-made products and services, enabling entrepreneurs to increase their income and improve their livelihoods.