Empowering Employees
Supporting Organisations
More Than a Decade of Compassionate Care
We partner with organisations across sectors to deliver wellness programmes that are grounded in care, guided by expertise, and built around your unique culture.
Founded more than a decade ago, Maeko is proudly 51% female-owned and Level 1 BBBEE-compliant. Today, we support over 12,000+ employees across public and private sector clients, with a reach that spans from metro hubs to remote rural towns.
Most importantly, we offer more than just services – we offer a human connection, a listening ear, and a safe space for people to work through what’s holding them back, so they can move forward with strength and confidence.
51%
Female-Owned
Level 1
BBBEE Compliant
12,000+
Employees Served
Our Philosophy
Driven by Clear Purpose
Who We Serve
Our Approach
What Sets Us Apart
National Network, Local Support
Our extensive affiliate network of registered practitioners (including psychologists, social workers, registered counsellors, GPs, and medical specialists) allows us to offer in-person services across the country. We also offer virtual care for maximum accessibility.
Cultural Relevance
We offer services that embrace cultural traditions and spiritual practices, including African spirituality counselling. We believe healing must respect identity - and that means speaking people’s languages, understanding their values, and supporting them holistically.
Confidential, Professional, Ethical
Every practitioner we work with is independently registered and governed by professional bodies such as SACSSP, HPCSA, SANC, and BHF. Confidentiality is our cornerstone, and all services are delivered with care, professionalism, and respect.
Flexible and Transparent Pricing
Choose between our fee-for-a-service or retainer model - whichever suits your operational model best. There are no long-term contracts, and just one month’s notice required for cancellation. Wellness support should be agile, not burdensome.
Meet Our Leadership
Mpho Maeko
Executive Chairman
Our management team brings more than two decades of combined experience in employee wellness, counselling, organisational development, and medical services. This collective expertise allows us to align strategic wellness goals with day-to-day execution, ensuring measurable outcomes at every step.
At the helm is Executive Chairman, Mpho Maeko – a respected social worker, social entrepreneur, and community leader. Mpho holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in Social Work with Honours and brings extensive knowledge and experience to the practice. His leadership is deeply personal; having lost his mother at a young age, he channels this lived experience into a lifelong passion for supporting others through life’s challenges.
Mpho’s work has earned him recognition on both a national and international stage. In 2019, he was honoured by the Mail & Guardian as one of the 200 Young Influential South Africans, under the Civil Society category; a testament to his impact in driving positive social change. He is also the founder of the Fola Moya Project for the Aged, a non-profit organisation dedicated to the care and dignity of the elderly in the Tzaneen area of Limpopo.
Known for his gentle approach, patience, and collaborative style, Mpho has cultivated strong relationships with employees, clients, and partners alike. Under his guidance, Maeko Social Work Services Health and Wellness has expanded its reach across South Africa, implementing innovative programmes that address pressing social issues such as elderly care, psychosocial support, and holistic wellness.
Mpho’s vision remains clear and unwavering: to create a South Africa where every employee, every family, and every community has access to compassionate, professional care. His leadership continues to inspire the Maeko team and drive the organisation’s mission forward.
- Mpho Maeko, Executive Chairman
"At Maeko, we believe that wellness is not a luxury - it’s a right. Every employee deserves support when they need it most, and every organisation deserves a partner that walks alongside them through change, growth, and challenge. That’s the heart of our work."
What We Value
Integrity
Empathy
Excellence
Inclusivity
Accountability
Associate Partners
