Our Community

Mbuyane Communal Property Association (MCPA).

KMI Airport represents a unique partnership with the 30,000 strong neighbouring Dwaleni community, which contributed some of its land to the 364ha airport site, and holds 10% in the airport through the Mbuyane Communal Property Association (MCPA).

The revenue earned by the MCPA from the Airport has been used to fund development and services for the community, such as roads, access to water and community facilities. MCPA is a communal property association, acting on behalf of the inhabitants of the Dwaleni Township and the Mbuyane people; PAM (Primkop Airport Management Pty ltd) makes a monthly royalty payment to MCPA, calculated per departing passenger.

The above-mentioned upgrading infrastructure projects has made a significant improvement in uplifting the community of Dwaleni.

The photos below illustrate the impact of the MCPA-KMIA projects on the improvement of the living conditions of the community of Dwaleni.

MCPA Projects

23 May 2025

We visited TVET College's Kanyamazane campus for the "Know Your Airport" program, for a session on engineering and airport operations, to inspire students and highlight career opportunities.

10 May 2025

We hosted an educational airshow trip for 10 tourism learners from Hlanganani High, for first-hand insight into the aviation industry and inspiring future careers in tourism.

March 2025

KMIA donated school uniforms to six local schools in early 2025, supporting learners and easing the financial burden on families while promoting pride and inclusivity.

9 May 2025

KMIA donated rugby kits to 23 township learners through Penryn’s SportReach program, supporting their first match and fostering youth development through sport.

KMIA made a significant contribution by donating paint for the school pedestrians to assist the traffic department. Making the roads safer for everyone!

We celebrated the creativity of young minds through an art project with Edwaleni Primary School. Their paintings can be seen in our terminal buildings.

This initiative is designed to educate young students about the importance of tourism in our region, highlighting career opportunities in our local attractions.

13 December 2023

A Positive Women’s Network (PWN) Event, hosted in Tekatakho, Kabokweni at the Herohim Church.

14 October 2023

he KMIA soccer tournament was hosted at the Dwaleni sports ground.

20 October 2023

KMIA hosted a spelling Bee. There were five primary schools and five high schools from surrounding areas.

June 2023

We played a crucial role in facilitating the departure of over 200 firefighters and management personnel to Alberta, Canada.

Representing a unique partnership with the 30,000 strong neighbouring Dwaleni community, which contributed some of its land to the 364ha airport site.

Drilling and equipping of 8 boreholes and maintenance thereof to provide bulk water supply to the community of Dwaleni. (Refer to attached diagram)

Paving of the main bus and taxi route and of paving internal streets covering a total of 9.3 km.

Widening of the bus/Taxi route. Buses and taxis are now able to deliver their passengers almost to their doorsteps as buses and taxis move freely and easily.

Establishment and fencing a formal communal cemetery covering 5.8 Ha.

Refurbishment, furnishing and paving the driveway and parking bays of the Dwaleni clinic.

Purchase of chairs for both the primary and secondary schools in Dwaleni.

Providing material support to home base cares and creches.

Providing donations and soccer attire to soccer-loving youth.

Blanket Buddy Project - providing blanket donations to the community.