Our Constitution.
Adopted 2026.
1. Name of the Organisation
The name of the organisation shall be NXTGen Foundation NPC (hereinafter referred to as "the Organisation").
2. Legal Status
The Organisation is a Non-Profit Company (NPC), registered in accordance with the Companies Act 71 of 2008 of the Republic of South Africa. The Organisation operates as a public benefit entity and shall not carry on activities for profit. The Organisation shall exist as a separate legal entity from its members and office bearers.
3. Vision
To empower youth and transform communities through sustainable development, innovation, and opportunity.
4. Mission
To develop and implement programmes that empower disadvantaged youth, promote employment creation, and improve living conditions within under-resourced communities.
5. Objectives
Primary objectives: to empower youth through structured skills development and innovation initiatives; create sustainable employment opportunities; support service delivery and infrastructure development in communities; promote community upliftment, especially in informal settlements; and improve the welfare and living conditions of children in disadvantaged communities. Secondary objectives: to build partnerships with institutions, private sector entities, and international organisations; secure funding through donations, sponsorships, and grants; provide vocational, technical, and digital skills training; and promote youth leadership and community-based initiatives.
6. Powers
The Organisation shall have the power to enter into partnerships and agreements; raise funds and receive donations; employ staff and engage volunteers; acquire, manage, and dispose of property where necessary; and perform any lawful act to achieve its objectives.
7. Membership
The Organisation shall not have general members. Governance authority shall vest in the Board of Directors.
8. Governance Structure
The Organisation shall be governed by a Board consisting of: Mr. Daemean Anthony Robert Richen, Mrs. Tasneem Kathrada, Mr. Fuzail Hoosen, and Miss Mbasa Rubuluza. The Board shall provide strategic leadership, ensure compliance with legal and financial obligations, and oversee implementation of programmes. Board meetings shall be held quarterly, and general meetings shall be held twice a year. A quorum shall consist of at least three directors. Decisions shall be made by consensus where possible; where consensus is not reached, matters may be referred for mediation to the Mentor & Strategic Advisor.
9. Coordinator and Strategic Advisor
The Organisation was formed from the union of the youth employed by Council Wise Pty Ltd, which has, since the beginning, formed and groomed the NPC to its creation, and currently remains the source of funding for the Youth Directors' current ability to learn and perform. The Organisation appoints Mr. Muhammad Ismail Hoosen (Co-Founder of Council Wise Pty Ltd) as Mentor and Strategic Advisor, whose role is to steer the Youth Directors toward becoming the leaders of the next generation of youth by providing in-house training, ideology forming, innovation and AI approach, leadership training, and capacity readiness training — the intent of which is to ensure that each Youth Director is in a position, individually and collaboratively, to onboard and manage the next generation of youth stemming from unemployed youth, thereby creating jobs. Responsibilities include strategic guidance, mentorship and youth development, oversight of organisational vision, and mediation in disputes.
10. Financial Management
Funds shall be used solely to advance the Organisation's objectives. No income or property shall be distributed to any individual except reasonable remuneration for services rendered or reimbursement of legitimate expenses. Directors may receive limited compensation (up to 5% individually, 20% collectively), and all payments must be transparent and recorded. The Organisation shall maintain proper financial records, prepare annual financial statements, and operate a financial year ending in February.
11. Public Benefit Compliance
The Organisation may apply for Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) status. Activities shall align with the Income Tax Act requirements. The Organisation shall not support or oppose any political party.
12. Conflict of Interest
No person shall use their position to gain personal financial benefit improperly. All conflicts must be disclosed to the Board.
13. Dispute Resolution
Disputes shall first be addressed internally by the Board. If unresolved, the matter shall be referred to the Coordinator for mediation.
14. Amendments
This Constitution may be amended by a 75% majority of the Board. Amendments must comply with relevant laws and regulations.
15. Dissolution
Upon dissolution, all remaining assets shall be transferred to another non-profit organisation, a trust, or a public benefit organisation with similar objectives. No assets shall be distributed to individuals.
16. Notices
Notices shall be given in writing via hand delivery or electronic communication, and are deemed received upon delivery or transmission.
17. Registered Office
36 Mottramdale Road, Westville, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 3629.
18. Adoption & Signatories
This Constitution was adopted by the Board in 2026 and signed by Fuzail Hoosen, Daemean Richen, Tasneem Hoosen (Kathrada), and Mbasa Rubuluza.