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Love Cities aims to connect, equip and mobilise community builders and active citizens; so that we collectively inspire a transformed and prosperous South African society.

Mission

Our mission Love Cities exists to connect, equip and mobilise community builders and active citizens, so that we collectively inspire a transformed and prosperous South African society.

Vision

Our vision is to transform communities across South Africa through sustainable, collaborative, and locally driven solutions.

Values

At Love Cities, we value integrity, positivity, diversity, humility, and excellence — guiding everything we do with ethical leadership, inclusive community-building, a hopeful outlook, servant-hearted influence, and a commitment to growth and professionalism.

UPCOMING EVENTS

| 2025

Thrift Store Market
September 6,
09:00 am
Arbor Week
September 5,
Happy Earth Festival
August 15,
Happy Earth Festival
August 14,
Thrift Store Market
August 9,
09:00 am
EduSeminar 2
July 30,

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Projects

Love Cities proudly endorses a range of transformative community-based projects designed to uplift, equip, and empower. Each project reflects our commitment to sustainable impact and is built on tested methodologies, strong partnerships, and a deep understanding of local needs. From practical skills development and dignified clothing distribution to urban beautification, parks creation, and entrepreneurial training—these initiatives form the backbone of socio-economic renewal in cities. Whether through job centres, creative media, or strategic public-private collaborations, these projects serve as scalable models that inspire hope, restore dignity, and foster long-term change.

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Our Implementing Partners

Our Impact

Celebrating Young Environmental Champions at Love Notties
Congratulations to our students for their outstanding environmental presentations! Your dedication and creativity have not only highlighted your passion for sustainability but have also showcased your ability to...
Love Howick Paving Project Progress Report
Our dedicated Paving Team at Love Howick has been hard at work on the sidewalk project adjacent to the Howick library, achieving significant progress in revitalizing this essential public space.
Promenade Rehabilitation Effort Spearheaded by Love'Toti
On Saturday, December 7th, Love 'Toti joined forces with an impressive alliance, including AfriForum, the 1st Amanzimtoti Scouts, Tidy Towns, Toti Conservancy, Sapphire Coast Tourism...

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Our Board

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Matt Hogarty

Founder & CEO
Matt Hogarty is an entrepreneur, former school principal, and community and faith leader, who holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Management and Economics) and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Senior and FET Phase). Matt is the founder of Love Howick NPC, Love Cities NPC and the former Oasis Preparatory School. He serves as the director and Managing Director of Love Howick, and is the driving force behind this movement for positive change in our community and country.

Judith Mtsewu

Independent Board Chair
Judith Mtsewu is a transformative leader with experience across civil society, government, academia, and the corporate sector. She has held senior leadership roles, shaping strategy, driving impactful programs, and building operational systems. Starting in academia, she transitioned to civil society before being headhunted into local government, where she gained deep expertise in policymaking, transformation, and participatory processes. Her work reinforced the critical role of civil society in social change. With a proven track record, Judith is a strategic leader committed to driving meaningful transformation.

Justin Green

Non-Executive Director & Partners’ Representative
Justin Green lives in the KZN Midlands. He started his professional career as a teacher, before studying an MBA at the University of Cape Town. Justin has always been involved in social development initiatives and projects, including co-founding an enterprise development organization based in Cape Town. His passionate belief is that access to education and the development of economic opportunities holds the key to sustainable transformation.

Dianne Perrett

Non-Executive Director
Dianne is a business strategist, marketing expert, and author with a global footprint. She founded one of South Africa’s first full-service marketing agencies in 1989 and later expanded into business strategy consulting, working across Australia, the UK, Holland, Kenya, and Zambia. She has mentored executive teams, led business turnarounds, and authored Simple Solutions to Effective Marketing. Dianne has held leadership roles with the IMM, Rotary Club of Pietermaritzburg, WESSA, St John’s DSG, and Grace College. She currently serves as Vice-Chair of Sunfield Home, Howick.

Barbara Dommett

Secretary/Treasurer
Barbara-Ann Dommett is a finance and administration professional with over 30 years of experience in financial planning, bookkeeping, and compliance. She currently serves as Finance & Admin Support for Love Cities NPC, where she ensures financial sustainability, efficient processes, and accurate record-keeping. Barbara-Ann is passionate about purpose-driven work and plays a vital role in supporting the organisation’s mission to build thriving, sustainable communities.

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Account Number: 63099848302
Account Name: Love Cities NPC
Bank: First National Bank, Howick
Branch Code: 250655

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