Tzu Chi South Africa supports 3,000 Primrose residents with winter relief drive
The Primrose winter relief event forms part of Tzu Chi South Africa's broader seasonal mission, with over 20 such distributions taking place across Gauteng each year.
This year's local effort reached 2,000 households from Marathon, Delport, Makause informal settlement, Primrose, and surrounding areas.
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More than 120 volunteers came together on the day, including 55 Chinese Tzu Chi members, 13 GIA volunteers, 25 local community helpers from Primrose, and 24 Primrose SAPS officers.
Their diversity reflected a united commitment to humanitarian service that transcended race, language, and background.
Each pack contained bags of rice, food parcels, fresh bread, and clothing, including shoes.
Brother Teng-Wei, executive director of Tzu Chi South Africa, delivered a heartfelt blessing, emphasising the importance of giving selflessly and without expectation.
This message of unconditional compassion was echoed in a group performance of the Amitabha Song, where volunteers and recipients shared a moving moment of unity through music and sign language.
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Ward Councillor Wendy Morgan said that disadvantaged residents in the ward urgently need this kind of support.
'This wasn't just about giving—it was about compassion, dignity, and the assurance that no one is alone.
'These donations were deeply needed and will have a meaningful impact on the recipients,' said Morgan.
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