Orphans receive a blanked of comfort during winter




Orphans recieve food parcels and clothing from
Tholulwazi Home based care.

 

By: MohauRamashidja

Tholulwazi Home Base Care and Training in partnership with a Facebook group called Difference Makers gave out food parcels and clothing to orphans in block BB and DD.

Tholulwazi hosted the event in a community park in block BB near Christ Gospel Church. Tholulwazi emerged as a hand of grace out of the heart of a 51 year old Venice Lekwane, who was inspired by her past experiences as a child to start a home for the sick and the orphans. “My mother passed away when I was 9 years old. I know how it feels like of having to grow up with without experiencing the love of a mother. That is why I decided to start Tholulwazi,” she said.



Smiles brought to the orphans
as they recived goodies.



Having endured criticism from people for taking care of those living with HIV/AIDS and orphans, it currently stands as a hero in the community, taking care 180 orphans.

The day was filled with laughter and joy as local musicians took centre stage to dazzle the crowd with performances.

The success of the day was rooted in the special contributions made by donors such as; Topika, Block BB and Mabopane BP filling stations, MTZ’s electrician, Sechaba Research Centre, and many more. “We felt that we needed to build a strong working relationship with Tholulwazi to provide for those in need in the community of Soshanguve,” said Block BB manager, Sophie Khoza.

With 15 years in operation, the Home gave special thanks to a faithful contributor for her constant support throughout the years, who ensured that basic food and cleaning supplies were provided for to Tholulwazi. “It is painful when one goes to bed with an empty stomach. I saw it being pivotal to give out a helping hand to those who are in need,” said Gertrude Semono.

Before food parcel were handed out,those who gathered in the even lit candles to commemorate those who had lost their lives to HIV/AIDS.

As the day progressed to the end, smiles were brought to the orphans as they received food parcels and new clothing to sustain them throughout the winter season. “Tholulwazi has proven to be a great help to struggling families in and around this community, it understands that there are some families who can’t afford to provide for their loved ones. Most especially during this time of winter their help is much appreciated,” concluded a beneficiary B.JDingaan.