Authored by: Captain SA |SA Rainbow News |18 August 2026
Tembisa, Gauteng — Dr Essie Non-Governmental Organisation, founded by Essie Ngobeni, continues to make a meaningful contribution to community development through practical skills training, wellness programmes and opportunities designed to empower people with knowledge and confidence.
#CommunityDevelopment #SkillsDevelopment
The organisation’s training centre in Leboeng Section, Tembisa, provides students with hands-on training in a wide range of beauty therapy skills. The programme covers beauty care from head to toe, including manicures, pedicures, teeth whitening, cellulite treatments, facials, eyelash application, eyebrow shaping, skin tag removal, slimming treatments, BBL treatments, massage, make-up, hair installation, waxing and nail care.
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Dr Essie NGO’s approach goes beyond technical training. Through the organisation, students are also exposed to soft skills development, helping them build confidence, communication abilities, professionalism and other important skills that can support them in their personal and career journeys.
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The organisation is also committed to promoting health, wellness and active living within the community, including its Grannies Gym initiative, which encourages older members of the community to participate in physical activity and maintain healthier, more active lifestyles.
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Adding to its community development programmes, Dr Essie NGO is introducing a new initiative focused on cooking and baking skills. The programme aims to provide participants with practical knowledge that can support personal development, household skills and potential income-generating opportunities.
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The centre welcomed its new August 2026 students on Monday, 17 August 2026, with Dr Essie Ngobeni warmly receiving the new learners and creating a welcoming environment where every student could feel comfortable as they begin their learning journey.
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As the new class begins, Dr Essie NGO extends its warmest congratulations and best wishes to every August student who has chosen to invest in their education, skills and personal development. Their decision to learn is an important step towards building confidence, creating opportunities and contributing positively to their communities.
#Education #PersonalDevelopment
Dr Essie NGO continues to demonstrate how community-based organisations can play an important role in equipping people with practical skills, promoting wellness and creating pathways towards greater independence and opportunity.
For those interested in the available training programmes and registration, enquiries can be made directly with the organisation.
📍 Address: 1639 Ext 5, Leboeng Section, Tembisa, Khoi Street
📞 Contact: 073 241 0216
Dr Essie Non-Governmental Organisation
Empowering people through skills, knowledge, wellness and opportunity.
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