About Us

Looking ahead, we see continued service to our community and more families joining the Ithemba Elitjha family.

Ithemba Elitjha Funeral Services

Hope That Cares Beyond Limits

Ithemba Elitjha was founded by Thembi and Nonkululeko Mnguni - a mother and daughter who saw the need for affordable, dignified funeral services in our community. Together, they've built a funeral home that understands both the practical needs and the heart needs of families during difficult times.

 

As Ndebele women running a business in Mpumalanga, we bring that personal understanding to every family we serve. We know the traditions, we understand the costs families face, and we're committed to providing services that honour both.

Thank You to Our KwaMhlanga Family

First, we want to say thank you. To every family who has trusted us, every staff member who has worked with care, and every supplier who has supported us - siyabonga kakhulu.

We opened our doors in 2011 here in KwaMhlanga, and over these years, we’ve been humbled by how our community has supported a women-led business. Your trust has allowed us to grow and serve more families with the dignity and respect they deserve.

Looking ahead, we see continued service to our community and more families joining the Ithemba Elitjha family.

Thembi Mnguni

Thembi Mnguni

Director
The senior member of the mother and daughter duo that run the business on a day to day basis. Thembi gained her experience working in the funeral industry with other companies before sharing those skills with her daughter and start Ithemba Elitjha Funeral Services.
Nonkululeko Mnguni

Nonkululeko Mnguni

Director
The younger member of the director duo, Nonkululeko is a graduate from Tshwane University of Technology. Holding a BTech in Financial Management; she has taken all those book-smarts and chosen to apply them directly to the family business.