Cape Town

South Africa

South Africa is a place of stunning physical beauty and rich cultural history.  It is one of the most developed countries in all of Africa, and is home to many of the continent's top universities.  However, despite all of its cultural and economic development, it was also home to some of the greatest civil injustices of the 20th century. Though apartheid rule nominally ended in 1994, the effects of this discriminatory political system are still evident in many spheres of South African life.


One Heart Source Volunteers will be working in the townships outside of Cape Town to provide some of the most disadvantaged students in the world with opportunities to excel academically and personally.  Our volunteer program offers university students from around the world an opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of many of South Africa’s youth by providing quality education both in and outside of the classroom.  Through a combination of teaching in schools and leading after-school programs in music, arts, dance, and sports, OHS volunteers will serve as leaders and mentors to many of South Africa’s most under-served students. 

Programs in Cape Town

4 week Summer A program: May 28 - June 22 $2800 £1820
4 week Summer B program: July 16 - August 10 $2800 £1820
4 week Summer C program: August 20 - September 14 $2800 £1820

Learn more about the 2012 Cape Town volunteer program aspects.

Please see our Apply section for application deadlines.