Justin Mpheu in need of your help.
Justin Mpheu is a youngster who has been sponsored by The Tsepo Trust and has just graduated with a Diploma in Nature Conservation. He is now studying for his degree in Nature Conservation, his special interest being “Wetlands” Linda Raaff has been able to get him an internship with the Ezemvelo Game reserve through the Maharishi Institute. This is a wonderful opportunity for this young man who came from nothing but despite obstacles has carried on searching for his dreams. His biggest challenge now is to provide for himself as he takes on this internship. He will need his own tent, bedding, etc as he will be working in the bushes. We are asking for anyone who could assist him with donating either a sleeping bag, blankets and/or toiletries like deodorant, shaving cream, etc to help Justin. Currently he has no financial backing from his family. If you can assist please contact: Gayle Dismore (011) 475 5372 – 082 800 5440 PS: The Tsepo Trust is a charitable trust registered in terms of the Trust Property Control Act, number IT 9460/02 comprises of a small group of private, caring people (about 25 people although this fluctuates annually) who annually donate funds for the purpose of uplifting needy and previously disadvantaged citizens of our Country who demonstrate promise and ability, and with the help of the like minded donors of the trust, could go on to make a real difference in our Country. Translated, TSEPO means “hope” and it is “hope” that the donors seek to foster in our...
Unite Against Malaria April 25th 2013.
South Africans invited to fight malaria in Africa while uplifting local communities “More than half a million children will be protected from malaria due to the sale of some 600 000 ‘United Against Malaria (UAM)’ beaded Relate bracelets,” says Lauren Gillis, founder of Cape-based social enterprise, Relate bracelets. One US dollar from each UAM Relate bracelet sold is donated to the Global Fund to fight Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria to invest in mosquito nets and treatment. Relate bracelets are distinguished from similar bracelets on the market by the inclusion of a pewter “R” bead, The “R” bead is the consumer’s guarantee that that particular bracelet has been made by Relate, a 100% not-for-profit organisation, and ensures that maximum proceeds go towards the cause, work creation opportunities and skills and enterprise development. “World Malaria Day, which falls on 25 April, gives cause to reflect on the remarkable progress made thus far in combatting this disease which kills an innocent African child every minute,” says Anna McCartney-Melstad of United Against Malaria. “However, with infectious diseases, it’s vital that success does not cause us to level off our efforts, but rather to strengthen them in order to defeat Africa’s number one killer once and for all.” “The sale of beaded bracelets in aid of the fight against malaria has enabled ordinary people to contribute.” says McCartney-Melstad. “Bracelet sales to date have protected men, women and children throughout Africa through the funding of nets and medication to Africa’s most vulnerable communities.” “The purpose of Relate Bracelets is to make a tangible difference in people’s lives,” says Relate founder Lauren Gillis, “We are delighted at the impact the sale of the UAM bracelets has made to those who are at such great risk of contracting malaria. And the impact doesn’t end there. Relate is a not-for-profit social enterprise, in which approximately one third of proceeds covers expenses, one third is donated to the cause – in this case United Against Malaria – and one third goes towards creating earning and upskilling opportunities for local bracelet-makers and supports enterprise development initiatives to uplift communities. This means that countless lives are changed with every single bracelet sold.” Malaria is still a very real disease throughout Africa and the world, even though it is preventable and treatable. “Many people in developed nations view malaria as a disease that is no longer an issue,” explains McCartney-Melstad. “And yet every year, malaria kills 650 000 mostly pregnant women and children under five which is completely unacceptable for a disease that is both preventable and treatable.” “The wonderful thing about Relate’s UAM bracelets is that it gives everyone who cares a...
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