When I met Surprise Khosa, a 50 year old living with a disability and diagnosed with TB in 2001, I made a commitment to improve his living conditions. He possesses a Master's degree in Development Planning and an Advanced Diploma in Fine Arts. Until recently, he was living alone in an unsafe shack and depended on a social grant for survival. His TB has resulted in only one functioning lung, adding to his health challenges. Life has been incredibly tough for him. In a few hours, we will fulfill our promise by giving him the keys to a fully furnished two-bedroom home. #collenmashawanafoundation #wesbank
This week, my hero is 50-year-old Surprise Khoza. His incredible story has motivated many to keep fighting, no matter the obstacles life may bring. In a few hours, we’ll be giving him a new home, courtesy of @WesBank#suprisekhoza#onebrickatatime#collenmashawanafoundation #wesbank
“The dictionary will define disabilities as a physical or mental condition that limits a person’s movements, senses or activities. But I believe, we all have disabilities, some are just more obvious than others” Surpise Khoza
When life knocked him down, he built a throne from what was meant to break him. Meet Mr. Khoza, a 50-year-old man who turned paraplegia into power. While society often discriminates against those with disabilities, Khoza refused to let others define his potential.
CMF is intensifying its humanitarian efforts in response to the severe floods that have affected Mthatha. We are excited to announce that a team has been deployed to work alongside local stakeholders to facilitate additional aid distribution & develop permanent housing solutions.
This week, the CMF team will visit additional displacement centers in Mthatha, including Norwood Centre, housing over 100 displaced individuals who have not yet received formal support & Bambanani Centre, sheltering 80 people who were forcibly relocated from municipal housing.
At these centers in Mthatha, CMF will distribute mattresses, blankets, and food parcels, continuing our essential assistance in Mthatha and surrounding areas since the floods began. #floods#easterncaperloods
The Collen Mashawana Foundation continues to engage with multiple centers in Eastern Cape that are accommodating victims of the Umthatha floods. These centers have been receiving ongoing aid and support from CMF since the disaster occurred. #umthathafloods#EasternCapeFloods
In these difficult times, we are steadfast in our commitment to serve as a symbol of hope in Umthatha, assuring each child that they are not overlooked and that their future is still bright. #umthathafloods#easterncapefloods
Through our continued efforts, the Collen Mashawana Foundation is providing warm meals, clothing, toys, mattresses, and emotional support to the children who need it most in Umthatha, Eastern Cape #umthathafloods#easterncapefloods#floods
Door to Door continues as we reach out to various households impacted by the floods in Umthatha, Eastern Cape. We are dedicated to being an integral part of the efforts to help them rebuild their lives and homes. #floods#umthathafloods#easterncaperloods
This week, we began our journey at the royal residence of the abaThembu king, where we were warmly welcomed by King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo. We were honored that he joined us in distributing much-needed assistance across various centers in Umthatha. #umthatha#mthathafloods
CMF’s Thatho Mokoena is in discussions with AbaThembu King Dalindyebo regarding land allocation, as many individuals are left without a permanent place to call home. Some residents had settled near the Mthatha Dam, which is believed to have flooded during the recent heavy rains.
Through every blanket we deliver, every warm meal we serve, and every word of comfort we share, we are sending one powerful message: You matter. Your future is still bright. We are not just offering aid — we are rebuilding dreams and restoring dignity #floods#easterncapefloods
We strive to bring joy to the children in Mthatha. While we work together on a more permanent solution, the small acts that bring smiles offer hope to those who have lost everything. #umthathafloods#mthathafloods#collenmashawanafoundation
A team from CMF, headed by its chairperson and founder, Dr. Collen Mashawana, will visit several families whose homes have been devastated by the floods. Additionally, the team will go to centers accommodating other displaced victims to provide support. #easterncapefloods
This week, we are in Umthatha, Eastern Cape, assisting families impacted by the recent floods that have destroyed homes, leaving many people without their belongings and resulting in some tragic losses of life. As the search for missing individuals continues, I was accompanied today by my colleagues Ndileka Mandela and @ChangeAgentSA , who are actively leading our support and aid efforts. The Umthatha Owners Taxi Association joined us in distributing food, clothing, building materials, mattresses, and blankets. Just as we did during the Mamelodi Floods, KZN Floods, and other disasters, we will collaborate with the government and various partners to rebuild homes in Eastern Cape. We urge other organisations to join us in this effort to help restore the dignity of many South Africans. #collenmashawanafoundation #easterncapefloods #umthatha