Support !Khwa ttu
!Khwa ttu is a non-profit organisation that seeks to redress the deep disadvantages San have experienced. We strive to restore dignity and cultural pride, while navigating a practical path between the old ways and the new world. We are committed to the preservation of traditional knowledge and the development of skills to equip San to thrive in the modern world.
The San have remarkable attributes, skills, and knowledge. Understanding their history - which is our shared history - reminds us of who we are.
"We cannot change history, but we can work on making more justice in our lifetime." - Irene Staehelin.
Become a Friend of !Khwa ttu
By joining our Friends of !Khwa ttu membership programme, you can help us to continue our work while receiving fantastic personal benefits. Anyone “nice” can become a Friend, take a look at the details to choose the membership that works for you.
Become a Local Friend
Do you live close by? Our Local Friends membership gives you access to a variety of !Khwa ttu’s on-site benefits, so that we can keep welcoming you home. By becoming a Local Friend, you will support !Khwa ttu’s work, plus:
- Be entered into our annual draw to WIN a Friends of !Khwa ttu overnight experience*
- Be the first to hear about all our kukummi (news), events & San stories
- Receive unlimited access to our hiking, biking & plant trails
- Receive unlimited access to the Heritage Centre Museums
- Receive a 50% discount on all guided tours
- Receive a stamp on your card for every purchase you make in the restaurant (10 stamps = nice stuff!)
*Overnight experiences must be redeemed within a year of receipt and cannot be exchanged (but they can be gifted!)
Local Friends Membership Types & Pricing
- Friend | Individual membership for one adult | Annual | R500
- Friends with Benefits | Membership for you and one other adult | Annual | R850
- Old Friend | Individual membership for one senior (60+) | Annual | R350
- Brainy Friend | Individual membership for one student | Annual | R350
- 1. Friend
- Individual membership for one adult
- Annual
- R500
- 2. Friends with Benefits
- Membership for you and one other adult
- Annual
- R850
- 3. Old Friend
- Individual membership for one senior (60+)
- Annual
- R350
- 4. Brainy Friend
- Individual membership for one student
- Annual
- R350
Memberships last for one year. Adult = 18+. Be sure to show your card at Reception to grant you access to the site! If you already have a !Khwa ttu loyalty card, you can switch over to the new programme immediately or wait until your annual renewal.
Become a Best Friend
Whether near or far, our Best Friends fuel the work we do at !Khwa ttu. Your support goes directly to our training, conservation, and cultural preservation programmes. If you are passionate about our mission to share the way of the San, we would love you to join our circle of champions. As a thank you, you will receive all of the benefits of the Local Friends programme, plus:
- Free entry to our annual Heritage Day festival
- A special invitation to our annual intern graduation
- A special invitation to a seasonal flower walk
- Exclusive access to ‘Besties only’ venues at !Khwa ttu to host your own private functions
- An annual “Besties” newsletter
Membership Types & Pricing
- Individual | Membership for one adult | Annual | R3000
- Couple | Membership for you and one other adult | Annual | R5000
- 1. Individual
- Membership for one adult
- Annual
- R3000
- 2. Couple
- Membership for you and one other adult
- Annual
- R5000
Memberships last for one year. Adult = 18+. Be sure to show your card at Reception to grant you access to the site!
Become a Far-away Friend
Do you live a little (or a long) way away? Become a Far-away Friend to stay in the loop with all things !Khwa ttu. Membership is free with a valid e-mail address.
- Be the first to hear about all our kukummi (news), events & San stories
- Receive ongoing access to San knowledge and resources via special links
- If you have stayed within the last 12 months, receive an exclusive offer to return*!
*Return offers must be claimed within 1 year of receipt and cannot be exchanged.
How to become a Friend
Becoming a Friend is easy!
- Select your membership below. You will be prompted for your email (and payment if applicable). You can also sign up at !Khwa ttu Reception.
- Once we have received your information, look out for a confirmation e-mail from us. If you signed up online, we will include your digital card in our mail. Feel free to ask for a physical card once you reach our site to start collecting your stamps!
- For annual memberships, look out for an e-mail prompting your renewal.
Still have questions?
Take a look at our FAQs below. If your query still isn’t answered, please phone us on +27(0)224922998 or email info@khwattu.org and we will gladly assist you.
Local Friend & Best Friend memberships last for one year from the date of purchase. Far-away Friends last forever!
Lifetime Patrons
Make a Donation
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And did you know that If you are South African or a regular SA visitor, you can also support us for free by making !Khwa ttu one of your Woolworths My School Beneficiaries?
We always welcome once-off donations and are grateful for your support. To donate, please click on the link below.
Partnering for Funding and Development
!Khwa ttu is a vibrant combination of practical learning and livelihood opportunities, fixed exhibitions, revolving guest exhibitions, interactive outdoor experiences and extensive community outreach work.
!Khwa ttu's extensive and vibrant spread of heritage, conservation and learning activities means there is always something that we are developing in hand with outside funders.
Moreover, the flexible nature of our approach, means we are always ready to listen should outside funders wish to explore ways they might partner with us or contribute to our work.
Thank You!
Many people and organisations have helped !Khwa ttu in countless ways, to all of them we are immensely grateful. In particular we would like to acknowledge and thank: