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A number of reasons to celebrate MANY people either look forward to the festive pe riod and begin their countdown to Christmas in Oc tober, while others are left running for the hills to avoid the ‘silliness’ that comes with the season. As we get ready to wind down and take a breath er, we decided to reflect on some of the wonderful reasons to celebrate the year that was. Yes, we can talk about some of the lowlights as well (no pun on the word ‘lights’), but that would not be very festive at all. The team at the Fever has had a wonderful year and has shared some truly remarkable memories with you. We’ve had an actionpacked year from meeting wonderful individuals who are slowly changing their communities one step at a time to covering campaigns that shows a proactive community who are willing to fight for their beloved home towns. To those people who are continuously going the
extra mile to serve others, we would like to salute you and thank you for allowing us to share your sto ries. This year South Africans voted hoping for the best – many are now glued to the parliament ses sion coverage because you never know what to ex pect. In 2015 we will be joining the queues for the byelections and once again, hoping for positive change. We know we live in a beautiful city and another reason to be a proud Durbanite is Durban has been voted an official new Seven Wonder City of the world. The picturesque beaches, rolling hills and breathtaking skyline together with a host of won derful inhabitants, sets us apart from the rest of South Africa. After 40 years, the Miss World title is held by a South African.
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Rolene Strauss was crowned Miss World at the weekend and now features in a long list of remarka ble women who continue to make a difference to Established in 2000 the countries they live in and the world. South Africans also took time through out the year to remember Nelson Mandela and do their bit to fulfill his legacy. It’s been a year since his death and many ques tioned the stability and patriotism of South Afri We are nation wide buyers & sellers of quality used vehicles cans. The good news is, it seems as if communities are now more united than ever. are Many believe hisfor stock & we looking spirit still lives on calling it a sprinkling of ‘Madiba all makes & models considered ... Even the classics! magic’. Clearly South Africans will continue make competitive prices with • Weto offer great strides despite the negative news that some same day evaluation & payment. times comes to the fore. The Fever would like to wish all our fantastic cli • Bank Settlements & Deceased ents and readers a wonderfully happy festive sea are not a problem. son and here’s to welcoming 2015 in Estates style.
continues to destroy some of our communities. However, the one thing that continues to stand undefeated is the spirit of the Upper Highway community. Through the difficult times, our readers have once again proven that we are, without a doubt, among the most resilient and strong-willed. We have weathered all the storms that came our way and have demonstrated that we can be a community to be proud of - from our disabled horse rider achieving his goals to a local woman beating breast cancer and becoming an inspiration to others - our community stands together proud! We are confident that 2015 will be better than ever. We, at The Hillcrest Fever, have faced our
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Dear Readers, TODAY marks the end of another year for the Hillcrest Fever, and as the festivities kick off for this season, let us reflect on moments that touched our lives and the community this past year. 2014 has been marked by persistent challenges in our economy with price inflations (food, electricity, fuel, etc.). We had weather catastrophes and crime
Call us today! Mark on 082 878 9115 Jaiden 082 586 4007 Office 031 003 0895 Check out our website: www.autooptionskzn.co.za own challenges this year, but as we enter 2015 we renew our pledge to you to do our very best to continue to be the most accurate, fair and balanced source of news, opinion, features, sports and entertainment in the Upper Highway Area. We will continue to be open and honest with our readers and we assure you that the new year will be one never to be forgotten. Our hearts go out to those who lost loved ones this year and those experiencing difficulties of all types this holiday season. We extend sincere and warm wishes to our Hillcrest Fever family for a safe and peaceful festive season, and a happy and prosperous 2015. Kalisha Naicker Senior Journalist Hillcrest Fever
Lydia Hlophe (50), of KwaNyuswa wants to make a change on Wom en’s Day by pro viding less fortu nate women with food and goodie bags. PHOTO: NOSIPHO MKHIZE
Founder of Bongumusa Widows Forum Philisiwe Nzama with dolls sewed by members of the forum. Nzama said that even though she did not finish school, she hopes to inspire women. PHOTO: NOSIPHO MKHIZE
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INETOWN is fortunate as we have many remarkable women making a difference to the community daily. The Fever is proud to honour some of these women and we would like to wish all women a happy Women’s Day and month.
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Joyce Ngobese and Lindiwe Ndlovu from the Thelokuhle Community Organisation.
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ST Benedict School took time to honour all women from all walks of life. “We acknowledge the important role of women and pay tribute to the women who have helped to mould South Africa and to those who continue to lead our country forward,” said St Benedict School spokesperson Shareen Gould. St Benedict pupils Jamie Young (head girl, Grade 12), Jade Geladaris (Grade 6), Ga brielle Garrod (Grade 1) and Maneo Mthethwa (Grade 6) showing their love and appreciation for the women who make their school the special place that it is Agnes Mathobela (maintenance staff), Ursula Collings (acting HOD, High School), Pam Morrissey (acting principal), Miss Karen Pitamber (intermediate phase teacher), Mrs Linda Howie (finance) and Mrs Lauren Slogrove (founda tion phase teacher).
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THE ultimate model training boot camp is now in full swing as excitement builds up for the fifth installment of the annual Durban Fashion Fair presented by the eThekwini Municipality. This investment by the municipality aims to improve the skill of aspiring models who were scouted throughout eThekwini and train them in all aspects of modelling, including techniques on how to walk on the runway alongside professional models, etiquette at photographic sessions and ways of keeping fit and healthy. This includes focusing on functional training that incorporates strength training, body weights and aerobics three times a week until the show at the Durban
Exhibition Centre from Wednesday, 31 August to Saturday 3 September. Jessi Kalambayi, Sivuyile Makunga, Mondli Shezi, Luthando Keswa, Sne Tembe, Swelihle Metedad, Thamsanqa Mdluli, Mathuba Ngcobo were just some of the girls who got “ramp ready” to showcase over 40 designer collections, including five from Africa with more than 16 shows. Prices range from R100 per person per show with students at R50 per student per show. Prizes for the fashion awards show cost R200 per person, with R100 for students. For more information, visit www.durbanfashionfair.com
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tional Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) at the Pinetown Civic Centre, Saturday 13 August 2016. Chairperson of the Pinetown branch, Prataparuda Das says the annual celebra tion has entrenched itself in the Pinetown calendar since its inception in the area many years ago. Residents of Pinetown and surround ing areas regardless of race, creed or reli gious background are encouraged to join in the festivities which include plays, live cultural music song and dance. Whilst the audience is enjoying the celebratory atmosphere, the caterers will be feverishly setting up a free aromatic multicourse buffet in the dining area which guests are encouraged to enjoy to end the evening. Contact Prataparuda das on 076 762 9070 for enquiries.
>> St Benedict School, Hatton Estate Neighbourhood Watch and uThekwane Conservancy have teamed up to do a cleanup of the Umbilo River that runs through the Hatton Estate area in Pine town on Saturday 13 August from 8am to 10am at Crescent Park, off Underwood Road. Calling residents and the public to assist with this cleanup as together we can make a difference. For more information, contact Jenny on 083 655 3025. Gum boots and gloves are a must. Bags will be supplied for the rubbish. >> Multicultural celebrations for Pine town don’t miss the annual Krishna Jan amastimi (the appearance of Lord Krish na) celebrations hosted by the Interna
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IKHON iThemba, a non-profitorganisation, believes that every child has potential no matter their background, where they come from or what they have been through. Likhon iThemba spokesperson Kim Brown said: “We are passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable children in South Africa and giving them a head-start. “We are dedicated to providing a safe and loving family environment for those who have no one. We are committed to ensuring that every child feels safe and secure and that their needs are met. We believe that children should be part of a family, they should feel secure, loved, never go hungry and have access to medical care.” The organisation has a “baby house” called Holah Baby House, a place of safety that provides care for up to six babies. “We have been registered since June 2012 and have cared for 32 babies so far. We look after the babies until suitable adoptive families are found or until they are reunited with their biological family if the circumstances are right. We have dedicated our time to working with child welfare organisations to ensure these babies are well cared for.” Likhon iThemba has a branch called “Bowl of Plenty”, which collects
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food donations and distributes them to needy families in Durban, the South Coast and to rural areas. “We serve an underfunded NPO home called Ikhayalethu’, in Nzimakwe, which serves 46 cerebral palsy children. They receive no funding other than child grants. We assist another NPO project, Vuku Zithathe Project, which cares for over 60 orphaned and abandoned and at-risk children in Gamalakhe. We also feed 18 children in a crèche in Manzamhlope where we hope to build a homework centre. “We have been fortunate to get regular donations of bananas from many local farmers, but welcome primarily, any and all food items, and if possible, AUGUST 2016 EDITION clothing, school stationery and wheelchairs to assist us in making an impact in these forgotten rural areas.” “Butterfly Effect Baby Cot-
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tage” is a new project, a “baby house” on the South Coast. “This home is in Ramsgate and will be a respite centre for disabled children in the system who have become weak, sickly and undernourished and we aim to build them up and make them strong and healthy before going back into the system. “We don’t believe in begging for money or expecting it, we hold fundraisers to give our supporters something for their money. When we receive corporate funding or sponsorship for events, we ensure that those sponsors are given maximum exposure and connect them with organisations whose families are interested in adopting a special-needs child. Likhon iThemba’s wish is to work with hospital social workers to get abandoned children and babies in hospitals into a family environment. For more information, contact 083 232 5501.
St Benedict pupils learn history of Olympic Games through puppetry EXCITEMENT mounted with the opening ceremony of the 2016 Olympic Games on Friday 5 August. The St Benedict School Foundation Phase Grade RR to Grade 3 pupils were treated to a puppet show presented by Heather Tomlinson of Puppet World. The show took them through the history of the games, taught them
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Lianne and Julian Williams voted at the Pinetown Civic Centre.
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OTERS made their way to the polls to make their mark at Pinetown Civic Centre last week. Zodwa Diya of Pinetown said: “I have come to make my mark. I want everyone to see that I voted. All I wish for is change for the better. I hope everything goes according to plan.” Lianne William said: “A lot of people are supporting their party of choice and it looks like it’s going to go well. I am also here to make my mark.” Nationally the ANC was bruised and the DA energised, while the EFF emerged as kingmakers following one of the most hotly-contested elections in post-democratic South Africa. Support for the ruling party fell to below 60% of the votes for the first time since 1994, who only won outright majorities in Buffalo City, Mangaung, and eThekwini. Despite many of its members breaking away and standing as independent candidates, the ANC managed to fend off competition from the opposition and hold on to eThekwini and Msunduzi. Provisional results show the party managed to retain the only metro in the province, eThekwini, by 56,01%. Just over 26% of the votes went to the DA, the blue party giving the ANC a run for its money in other metros across the country. The IFP took 4,2%, EFF 3,4% and AIC 1,37%, whereas the other small parties got less than a percent. As many as 57 independent candidates, believed to be aggrieved by the ANC nomination process, had registered as independent candidates. Fault lines within the ruling party in eThekwini grew prior to and post the ANC eThekwini regional conference where mayor elect Zandile Gumede defeated outgoing mayor James Nxumalo to the position of regional chairperson. The failure of any single party to break the 50% mark meant coalitions would be the order of the day for the next five years. eThekwini (ANC majority) ANC 56.01% 126 seats DA 26.92% 61 seats IFP 4.2% 10 seats EFF 3.44% 8 seats AIC 1.37% 3 seats ACDP, MF, DLC, TA, MOSA, APC, Aljama Less than 1% 1 seat each.
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Triumph of the people RANJENI MUNUSAMY
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WAS genuinely worried about the local-government elections and what would happen to our country. The run-up to the poll was messy and bloody. Political violence, which had been absent in our society for many years, was a reality again, with 20 party candidates killed in the runup to the local elections. Political party campaigns were intense and aggressive. This was more than just a battle for seats on municipal councils. It was a fight to the death for power and resources. Even national leaders resorted to insults and rhetoric to demonise each other in an effort to draw voters. Democratic Alliance (DA) leader
Mmusi Maimane said on the campaign trail that President Jacob Zuma is the only person who “missed apartheid”. “He is no different to what [Hendrik] Verwoed thought about black people. Jacob Zuma does not believe that it is possible for black people to lead white people,” Maimane said. This was in reaction to the president’s rather unsavoury attacks on Maimane, repeatedly calling him a snake and condemning him as an “artificial” leader. It is expected that political leaders take their gloves off in the heat of the election campaign, but it was quite astounding to see the president compromise the stature of his office by resorting to fear mongering and race baiting. He said he could not understand how black people could vote for the DA and warned that those who did not vote for the ANC would anger their ancestors and cause bad luck in their lives. One would have expected that a leader who is twice the age of his rivals and with his background in conflict resolution would be more responsible in his statements. Our country certain-
Nothing is free WE, the citizens of this great country, have been the victims of deceit by the ruling party. From the birth of democracy, the masses have been promised free education, housing and medical treatment. As any competent businessperson knows, nothing is free. Handing out free groceries at your local grocer will result in bankruptcy. The funds have to come from somewhere. So who pays for all the freebees? In South Africa, there are only 3,3 million taxpayers. Considering that there are approximately 22 million people within the working age group in our country, it is frightening to think that just 3,3 million people have to pay for corruption, free medical treatment, free education and free housing.
These 3,3 million taxpayers are further burdened to foot the bill of the huge South Africa Social Security Agency (Sassa) budget. This is to provide freebees to individuals who in some cases don’t qualify for these benefits. Another great idea by the ruling party. The ruling party has promised the people of South Africa free services at the expense of us, the working class. I’m quite certain that the ANC does not have a trillion rand lying around somewhere to honour these empty promises, which were made just to secure votes. A business will only prosper if the available resources are optimised. Look at the South African economy as a business — 3,3 million people is not optimisation, it is deceit. South Africans, please use your vote wisely during the upcoming local elections as nothing is free. YUGESH HEERALALL
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ly does not need more racial divisiveAnd then the big question: would ness and volatility, especially after the people turn up to vote or would apathy spate of violence in Tshwane and Vuw- keep them away? ani during the campaign period. Then voting day came and millions With such a negative atmosphere of South Africans did their democratic hanging over the poll, I worried about duty. All over the country, people went what would out and voted happen on WITH SUCH A NEGATIVE AT to make their election day. voices heard. Would people MOSPHERE HANGING OVER THE Voter regbe intimidated POLL, I WORRIED ABOUT WHAT istration and against castturnout were ing their WOULD HAPPEN ON ELECTION higher than in votes? elecDAY. WOULD PEOPLE BE INTIMI previous Would tions, and IEC there be a re- DATED AGAINST CASTING THEIR officials and turn to viomany volunlence, with VOTES? teers worked clashes be- WOULD THERE BE A RETURN hard through tween rival long hours to parties and TO VIOLENCE, WITH CLASHES see the procdestruction of through. BETWEEN RIVAL PARTIES AND essThere property? There were DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY? were some other conhitches and cerns too. Would the election run delays, but overall the system worked. smoothly? Was the Independent I did not mind the fact that I had to Electoral Commission properly pre- wait two hours to cast my vote when pared or would people be deprived of I saw how professionally the IEC offitheir right to vote through inefficien- cials were managing the operation at cies and bad planning? my polling station, even smiling
through their fatigue when they encountered difficult any customers. The counting and auditing process took longer than expected, particularly in eThekwini and the Gauteng metros. This process was another source of worry, as there were expectations that there might be widespread disputes and allegations of rigging. But by yesterday morning, there were no major problems, with only the exhaustion of the IEC officials holding up the process. The provisional results of the elections showed some shock outcomes and the introduction of a new phase of coalition politics in the country. The DA’s win in Nelson Mandela Bay and the neck-and-neck battles in the Gauteng metros hold some hard lessons for the ANC. The ANC has the opportunity to listen to the message from the voters or remain in denial about the reasons for the outcome. But whatever the final results, the election was a triumph of the will of the people and our democracy. • Ranjeni Munusamy is a political journal ist and commentator for the Daily Maver ick. ranjeni.munusamy@gmail.com
In the gorge with conservancy THIS month we walk a trail that requires some effort, but has many rewards. Starting at the Kloof Falls Picnic Site you follow the route for the Molweni (yellow) trail for the first kilometer. This takes you past the Crowned Eagle’s Nest at Ronald’s Kloof and right now you can observe the eagles nesting as there are two eggs in the nest. Just after the Ronald’s Kloof the path splits and you turn right onto the Beacon (orange) trail. The trail meanders through a scarp forest, but as it is on the eastern side of the gorge, this forest is not as dense as that in the western side since it gets less light. At some point you will arrive at a QR Code for ant-lions and under the rock ledge you will be able to observe these fascinating creatures that make inverted sand cones to trap small insects, mainly ants. Once the insect has stepped into the cone they begin to slide done to the bottom where the ant-lions snatch them with their powerful pincers. Shortly after this spot you will climb a wooden ladder at what is known as the Windsor Road Gulley. Once at the top you can stroll to the view site at the climbing spot known as Boothill. From here you have a great view of Ronald’s Kloof and the main view site across the gorge off Bridle Road. Continue along the trail and you soon exit the forest and you are then into the open KZN Sandstone Sourveld grassland at the Lingwood Trig Beacon (altitude 499,9m amsl). These beacons were used by the surveyor general to map out the whole of South Africa, but today GPS technology is used. From here
you have a 360degree view of the area and on a clear day you can see the ships out at sea near Umhlanga. Continue on the well marked path until you cross the Uve Stream and shortly thereafter there is the Uve Road exit. This is a one-way route so you need to either arrange to be picked
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up at the end or retrace your steps back to the start. Difficulty: Allow two hours (one way). This trail has moderate difficulty with some steep climbs. Security: Walking in the reserve is safe – normal precautions apply when walking in isolated areas.Paolo Candotti
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S we celebrate Women’s Month, Lydia Hlophe (50) wants to make a change on Women’s Day by providing less fortunate women with food and goodie bags. She was born and raised in KwaMashu J Section then later moved to KwaNyuswa after she got married. “I matriculated in 1991 from John Langalibalele Dube High School in KwaMashu. In 1992 I furthered my studies in early childhood development then did a few short courses that year. “In 1993 I got married then moved to Clermont where we later built a house in KwaNyuswa. In 1994 I worked at a hotel in Botha’s Hill for four years, however things did not work out. I then got a job as a domestic worker from 2009 until 2013. “While working as a domestic worker I helped disadvantaged community members by giving them soup. It was sad to see so many people being killed by HIV/Aids. Grandmothers were left to take care of their
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THELOKUHLE Community Organisation was established in 2013 after organisation’s founder, Joyce Ngobese, saw many women suffering and unemployed. “I am originally from Zululand in KwaHlabisa. I studied fashion designing in 1992 at Thubelihle Training Centre then later moved to Ndwendwe in 1993 to start a fashion design business. “Fortunately, I was able to establish a company called Vumulwazi Training Centre where I taught various women how to sew. I noticed that most women were unemployed and my dream was to train them and create job opportunities. In 2003 I had to move to Clermont after my wedding. “In Clermont it was sad to see so many people suffering from poverty so I decided to open another training centre at Wyebank Clinic. I now live in KwaNyuswa since 2003 and I’m still helping people who are disadvantaged especially women and children.” Ngobese’s organisation now operates in Amagatsha Tribal Court in after her offices were burnt at Thokomala Orphanage premises in KwaNyuswa. “We moved to Amagatsha Tribal Court after our offices were burnt however, Thelokuhle needs offices, even if its containers because we need to keep our donations in a safe place. We also sew school uniforms, crèche uniforms, church uniforms and traditional attire. ” “I am also a member of uBumbano Lo mama Simunye MaKrestu,which is made up of religious women who visit disadvantaged people in the community and conduct prayers every Thursday. “We also bath senior citizens who cannot bath themselves, however, we face a huge challenge whenever we conduct home visits because most families are dying of hunger and we feel that prayers are not enough. We need businesses and other organisation to come on board and help these hungry families.” The organisation is in desperate need of sewing machines because all their sewing machines were burnt. “We also in need of sewing material as well as food parcels for the women and community members because most of them depend on the money we get from selling clothing.” She asked women to join organisations to share their stories and get help if needed. For more information, contact Joyce on 076 547 3705.
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grandchildren and many families went hungry so I felt the need to change the situation.” Hlophe founded Yenzanathi Community Organisation in 2012 to help community members in need of help. “I come from a loving family and my dad taught me a lot about loving and caring for people. “After my mom left my dad and my
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nine siblings it was hard, but my father played an important role in our lives and made sure we were well fed and educated. He made sure we never missed school. Fortunately my mom came back after my dad died. “I remember when my dad bought his first motorbike because he worked as a messenger. He would take each one of us for a ride and we
would take turns in riding it. It was the greatest experience ever. “I find it hard to understand why people rape their children. I lived with my dad and brothers in a two-roomed house and they never looked at me in a funny way - they protected and loved me.” Hlophe’s wish is to see women rise. “My organisation supports mostly women and I have arranged an event on Women’s Day that will basically be for women. I want to encourage them, teach them how to be independent. I want to bring hope to their lives, and I want to make a difference in their lives. “Our organisation has grown tremendously. Shoprite wants to come on board after management saw our work on growing vegetables - they want to train women in gardening. “I would be delighted if business, churches and other organisations supported us with toiletries, goodie bags, note pads and pens. I have 35 senior citizens and my wish is to give them blankets, socks and toiletries. “We welcome any kind of support. A nation without women is a dead nation, so we need to cherish and care for them,” said Hlophe. For more information, contact Hlophe on 073 122 2632.
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Philisiwe Nzama tends to the vegetable garden.
nosipho.mkhize@media24.com A PHENOMENAL woman, Philisiwe Nzama (56), is an inspiration to others, despite the fact that she did not finish school. She has however, worked her way to the top by being independent and establishing a NGO for widows called Bongumusa Widows Forum. “I’m originally from Embo near Hillcrest. I was raised by my stepdad who loved us dearly, however, I had to drop out of school in Standard 5 [Grade 7] due to financial constraints. “After leaving school the only job I could find was being a nanny. In 1985 I got another job at a poultry farm called Spring Valley Farm in Assegai and I worked there for 10 years as a cleaner and a cook. My bosses trusted me in such a way that when they went on holidays they would leave me to manage the farm. I was also trained in everything pertaining to poultry. “I left my job in 1995 and completed a child-minder course. I then worked at a few places taking care of children. In 2002 my husband told me to quit my job and help him build up a family business in Pinetown. “Sadly, that year my husband [died] in a car accident and things turned bad for me and my children.
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It was hard, I struggled with everything from finances to coping with chores at home and my son had to leave his job to help me with the business.” Being a religious woman though, Nzama spoke to one of her bishops at Christian Fellowship Church. “I was in dire need of help and I asked Bishop MJ Ncube what I should do with my life. He told to do research in the community and find out what problems the community members go through.” Nzama then found out that a group of young boys, aged nine, were turning to a life of crime. They would break
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Philisiwe Nzama with the chick ens she sells to raise funds. into houses and steal food. “When I sat with the boys I found that most of their fathers were dead and they were left with unemployed mothers, and that’s when I realised that they were forced to steal to feed their families. I then started a soup kitchen in 2008.” She said the soup kitchen did not solve the problem, because they would have their soup for lunch, but go to bed hungry, and she then realised that something had to be done to change the situation.
“I started an NGO for widows because most of their husbands had left them. “The organisation is not only for widows, it is also for single parents. We sew, do gardening and sell chickens to raise funds. I have 35 widowers who come from KwaDabeka, Embo and KwaNyuswa. We also have other widow organisations from all over KZN. Members get food twice a month and we meet every Wednesday to conduct prayers. “My vision is for this organisation to grow and see every widow being able to support herself by opening small businesses.” For information about the forum, contact 079 575 6504.
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NHLANGANO elekelela intsha ukuba ibe negqubekela phambili ephinde igqugquzele abafundi abaku matikuletsheni ukuthi beqhubeze izifundo zabo eNyuvesi nase makoliji ebizwa ngokuthi yiLindisizwe Youth Organisation, isungulwe ibhungu lase Mpumalanga uMnuz Mncedisi Xaba (30) wase Mpumalanga osezinze e-Pinetown. UMnuz Xaba wabona intsha igxile ezidakamizweni ezingekho emthethweni enye ingenalo ikusasa elihle wabe eqhamuka necebo lokuqala le nhlangano ngo-2015. Uthe: “Ngesikhathi ngiqala le nhlangano ngaba nephupho lokuthi ngishintshe intsha ibe ngabaholi bakusasa emphakathini abasuka kuyo. Ayikho into ebuhlungu njengokuthi ubone intsha icwila otshwaleni isebenzisa nezidakamizwa ezingekho emthethweni abanye babo basuke bezigqilaza ngalezi zidakamizwa kodwa bengakuboni lokho ngenxa yokuthi baphika nabangani. Yingakho ngaqala le nhlangano engikholelwa wukuthi ingalenza ushintsho emphakathi nasezimpilweni zabantu abasha. “Le nhlangano igxile kakhulu ekugqugquzeleni abafundi abaku matikuletsheni yingakho esikhathini esiningi sivakashela izikole ezisemphakathini eyehlukahlukene. Sijwayele ukuvakashela lezo zikole simeme izikhulumi zosuku ezivela emnyangweni eyehlukene nasezinkampanini ezehlukene. Ngonyaka odlule abafundi bamatikuletsheni abazange benze kahle eNingizimu Afrika yonke yingakho sabona ukuthi iLindisizwe Youth Organisation ingenza ushintsho kulokhu emphakathini wase Mpumalanga nase Pinetown namaphethelo,” kusho wena. “Abafundi asibagqugquzeli nje kuphela ngemfundo kodwa sikhuluma nangokuziphatha uma ungu muntu omusha nokubaluleka kokuphasa izifundo zabo. Uma sesivakashela amalungu omphakathi siba nama-workshop lapho sikhuluma ngokuzimela njengokuqala ama bhizinisi amancane empha-
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