About Us
ASCO is a South African-led civic organisation dedicated to promoting African solidarity, social cohesion, constitutional values, human dignity, accountability, and peaceful coexistence among all people living in South Africa and across the African continent.
Vision & Mission
Vision: To build a united Africa where all people live in dignity, peace, mutual respect, and shared prosperity.
Mission: To promote African solidarity, defend human rights, encourage civic participation, combat xenophobia, and advocate for social justice, accountability, and inclusive development — with youth cultural exchange and social cohesion as our flagship focus.
Founded and led by South Africans, ASCO seeks to create a platform where communities can address social and economic challenges through lawful engagement, civic participation, and constructive dialogue.
What We Value
Standing together across communities and borders in shared purpose.
Every person is entitled to be treated with respect, regardless of origin.
Upholding South Africa's constitutional values and the rule of law.
Holding institutions — and ourselves — answerable to the communities we serve.
Acting honestly and transparently in every engagement.
Advocating for fair treatment and equal protection under the law.
Equal access, equal voice, and equal opportunity for all people.
Pursuing change through lawful, peaceful means — never through violence or vigilantism.
Building trust and mutual understanding between communities.
Encouraging every person to participate actively and constructively in civic life.
Our Position
ASCO rejects xenophobia and collective blame. We acknowledge citizens' genuine concerns regarding unemployment, crime, corruption, and service delivery challenges — while maintaining that criminality has no nationality and must be addressed through the rule of law, not mob action or vigilantism.
Immigration and documentation matters are the responsibility of state institutions, not private citizens. We call for dialogue over division, peace over violence, and unity over hate.
Strategic Objectives
Our flagship focus — at least one annual international exchange connecting young people across diverse communities and cultures. Learn more →
Promoting understanding and trust between communities across South Africa and the continent.
Supporting institutions that govern fairly, transparently, and within the rule of law.
Advocating for transparent, answerable leadership at every level.
Facilitating constructive conversation among communities to resolve tension before it escalates.
Building bridges of solidarity and mutual support across the African continent.
Encouraging every person to engage actively and lawfully in civic life.
Leadership & Governance
ASCO operates through a democratic, transparent, and accountable governance structure, led by:
Provides strategic leadership and governance to the organization while championing climate change, environmental sustainability, environmental peace, and a just transition. Guides the organization's vision, strengthens strategic partnerships, and promotes accountable leadership to advance inclusive and sustainable community development.
Supports the National Chairperson in providing strategic leadership and governance, strengthens stakeholder engagement, promotes community participation, and assists in advancing the organization's mission through collaboration with government, civil society, and community stakeholders.
Provides executive leadership and oversees the implementation of the organization's strategic plan, programmes, partnerships, advocacy initiatives, fundraising, and day-to-day operations while ensuring effective service delivery and sustainable organizational growth.
Leads the organization's people and culture strategy by promoting an inclusive, values-driven workplace. Oversees human capital development, volunteer coordination, leadership development, staff wellbeing, and organizational culture.
Leads the organization's Information and Communication Technology (ICT), digital transformation, communications, branding, media relations, website management, cybersecurity, and digital innovation to strengthen organizational visibility, stakeholder engagement, and operational efficiency.
Provides legal guidance and governance support to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. Oversees legal advisory services, contracts, governance matters, risk management, and the protection of the organization's legal interests.
Champions disability rights, accessibility, and inclusion by promoting equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. Leads initiatives that advance inclusive policies, accessible programmes, community awareness, and meaningful participation in all aspects of the organization's work.
Oversees the organization's day-to-day operations, programme coordination, administration, and resource management. Ensures the efficient implementation of projects, operational excellence, and the effective delivery of services that support the organization's strategic objectives.
Serves as the official public representative and voice of ASCO. Leads media engagement, public communications, and stakeholder messaging while promoting the organization's mission, values, programmes, and advocacy initiatives. Represents the organization in interviews, press briefings, public events, and strategic engagements.
African Solidarity Civic Organization is registered with the CIPC as a Non-Profit Company (Reg. 2026/521895/08), based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
Partnerships
Community organisations · Faith-based organisations · Diplomatic missions · Business leaders · Civil society organisations · Government institutions
Our Sponsors
Organisations that help make our community campaigns possible.
Food package sponsor for community campaigns
Media & Partners
Logos of media coverage and partner organisations will appear here as relationships are confirmed.
