Qhubeka was started by Axiz in 2005 as a registered Section 21 not for gain organisation to create a means of providing much needed socio-economc development (SED) support to SA's disadvantaged communities. Qhubeka's aim is to provide children in rural areas with reliable, affordable bicycles appropriate to conditions in their regions to enable them to get to schools faster with less effort and so be better able to absorb lessons that will ultimately help them progress in their quest for learning. In rural areas the lack of sustainable self-employment and job opportunities means that poverty is wide-spread and deeply entrenched. Generally, the men move to the cities to find employment, leaving women, children and the elderly to fend for themselves.   Qhubeka sources and supplies "tools" that could enable socio-economic development in South Africa's poorest communities.  It partners with SED organisations that have a proven track record in poverty alleviation in the impoverished regions of South Africa. The word "Qhubeka" is an Nguni or Zulu word meaning "to carry on", "to continue", "to progress" or "to move forward". Qhubeka's objectives are to design and support initiatives that advance socio-economic development in the poorest communities, thereby moving the region forward to greater social equity.   For instance: A bicycle tube  costs  $ 3.50 A bicycle tube and puncture kit costs  $ 5.00 A new bicycle  costs $ 138.00 Should you wish to assist financially via a direct bank deposit, Qhubeka’s banking details are as follows:  Bank:  Nedbank Branch:  Business Northrand Branch Account number: 1469 151 138 Branch code:  146 905 Please remember to submit your details with the deposit and send us an email to qhubeka@za.axiz.com, as we would like to know who the donations come from.  We thank you for your generosity.    What is Qhubeka? Qhubeka is a registered Section 21 not-for-gain (NGO) organisation   What does Qhubeka mean? The word "Qhubeka" is an Nguni or Zulu word  meaning "to carry on",  to continue", "to progress"  or "to move forward" How to contact Qhubeka? For more information on Qhubeka, please visit the website www.qhubeka.org  or  email qhubeka@za.axiz.com -