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Disabled parking abuse

In the January 6 edition we included readers’ comments about their experiences on the road over the festive season. There was a mix of responses, with some saying they had only had pleasant experiences with other motorists, and others…

COMPASSIONATE INTERVENTION: On March 23 Gift of the Givers made a life changing donation of a brand new wheelchair and a new bed to an 18-year-old disabled woman, Nosiphiwo Mgadi, who is unable to walk. On the same day they also donated food parcels and study materials to Alexandria pupils at a police function regarding gender based violence. Handing over the wheelchair are from far right, Gift of the Givers project manager Ali Sablay, beneficiary Nosiphiwo Mgadi and Gift of the Givers Eastern Cape co-ordinator Corene Conradie next to Mgadi’s granny

Gift of the Givers donates a wheelchair, bed, study materials and food parcels

After sleeping on a couch for 18 years of her life, Nosiphiwo Mgadi, who is disabled, had her life changed by Gift of the Givers’ intervention on March 23, when they donated a wheelchair and a new bed to sleep on. The 18-year-old woman is…

A journey to inclusion

The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club hosted a fundraising event for Healing Horses on Monday evening to raise awareness and funds for its work in improving the lives of differently-abled people, old and young. The RPAGC car park was full as…

‘Treat people like people’ says differently-abled speaker

The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club hosted a fundraising event for Healing Horses on Monday evening to raise awareness and funds for its work in improving the lives of differently-abled people, old and young. The RPAGC car park was full as…

RANGE OF PRODUCTS: The Enkuthazweni Disabled Children’s Project is now producing items that can be sold to generate funds for the centre as well as assist the children develop self-esteem and realise they are useful members of society. Here, staff member Nandipha Mbombela, left, and Sister Mary McAteer display some of the centre’s products Picture: ROB KNOWLES

Enkuthazweni needs your help

It has now been 20 years that the Enkuthazweni Disabled Children’s Project has been caring for children with disabilities from the Nemato Township, relying heavily on grants, the generous donations of charity organisations and private…