The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) invites registered Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres (Kimberley Area) to apply for participation in the 2027 Keadumela Programme.

The Keadumela ECD Programme is a William Humphreys Art Gallery’s arts-based learning initiative offered to four ECD centres, once a week from 9:00 to 11:00 (excluding school holidays). It is designed to nurture the growth and development of young children through creative exploration. Learners are introduced to visual arts, storytelling, cultural heritage, and imaginative expression in a stimulating museum-friendly environment that encourages creativity.

Program Objectives:

The KEADUMELA ECD Program aims to:

• Celebrate children’s creativity and expression
• Create opportunities for community engagement with early childhood learning
• Encourage learning through play and creativity
• Advocate for access to the museum at an early age

Who Can Apply

• Registered ECD centres that serve children aged 4-6 years under the Sol Plaatje Municipality

Submission Requirements

1. Valid registration documentation to operate as an ECD centre.
2. Basic information about the ECD centre
3. A short motivation explaining why the centre would like to participate
4. Photos of children’s artwork or creative activities produced at the centre (4 images)

Application Deadline: 23 October 2026

Applications can be submitted as follows:

 Please follow the link  to complete the online application form and upload all required supporting documents:

https://forms.gle/jXqvQYTd8waVdwTN8

 Alternatively, download the application form, complete the information, and submit the documents directly to the William Humphreys Art Gallery, marked for the attention of Tshidi Morake:

KEADUMELA APPLICATION FORM

• All materials used during these contact sessions are provided by the WHAG.
• No transport will be provided.
• ECD centres around Kimberley are encouraged to apply

 

For enquiries or support with your application, please contact:

Tshidi Morake: tshidi@whag.co.za or 053 831 1724