Every milestone reached on our journey validates our drive and passion for our cause. Whether it be a small win or a major accomplishment, we know that each achievement means we are on the right track.
27 September 2017
A dream is born
Magalies River Christian Centre donates property – Portion 48 of Steenekoppie, 19 hectares of agricultural land – to Stephen and Sharon Lamprecht for the purpose of building an orphan village
18 November 2017
Prayer of Dedication
A prayer of dedication for our land is held on the property with various friends and Hopelands supporters
01 January 2018
Official Launch
The Hopelands vision is formally launched and our website goes live
24 January 2018
B-BBEE Certification
Hopelands is registered as a Level 4 B-BBEE contributor
26 January 2018
A village is planned
The Hopelands team meets with an architect to explore the potential designs of the village
03 February 2018
Strategy is our team focus
Hopelands strategy team is formed and a full day session kicks off
01 June 2018
Title Deed
The Hopelands property is officially transferred to Hopelands at the Deeds Office
09 July 2018
Winter school launched
42 children from the area around our land attend the winter school hosted by Hopelands at Magalies River Christian Centre
18 August 2018
Reveal launch
200 friends, family and supporters of Hopelands gather at the site of the future Hopelands Village to celebrate the reveal of our plans
23 August 2018
Rezoning application confirmed
Mogale City confirms receipt of our application for rezoning of the property
18 January 2019
Non-Profit status confirmed
Hopelands' non-profit (NPO) registration is confirmed with the Department of Social Development
18 March 2019
Inspired by LIV
Stephen and Sharon meet Tich and Joan Smith, Founders of LIV Village. LIV Village is the model on which Hopelands is based and Stephen and Sharon are honoured to meet visionaries Tich and Joan
03 April 2019
Making homework easier
Hopelands Homework Centre commences at the Magalies River Christian Centre (MRCC). The purpose of the centre is to assist the children of the local community in GaMogale with their homework by creating a safe environment where they can do their homework with assistance from Hopelands
30 May 2019
Inaugural Golf Day
Hopelands hosts our inaugural Golf Day at the world-class Steyn City Golf Course
01 August 2019
Our new offices
Hopelands moves into their new offices at the Magalies River Christian Centre. Located at 56 Rustenburg Road, Magaliesburg
