Sasol Westville packs Nelson Mandela Day hampers
Sasol employees and those from the National Petroleum Refiners of South Africa (Natref), as well as from the eThekwini Department of Social Development (DSD), which partnered with the chemicals and energy company for the initiative, spent 67 minutes preparing the hampers which were distributed to two KwaMashu-based NGOs, including the elderly home KwaMashu Christian Care Society.
The acting head of department at DSD, Maphili Mhlongo, said the department supports and appreciates the initiative, which is a result of contributions made by Sasol employees.
'We really appreciate this partnership as the department of Social Development, which works with the vulnerable members of our communities. This gesture will mean a lot to people who will sleep with smiles on their faces,' said Mhlongo.
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The partnership between DSD and Sasol started in 2024.
DSD Chief Director of the eThekwini cluster, Fezile Luthuli, said the hampers were not only about their contents but also about how they make the recipients feel.
'We really appreciate and support this initiative and we are really looking forward to this partnership which we wish to see grow where we can easily call for emergency help for the communities we work with,' said Luthuli, who also applauded the two Sasol Westville employees who have contributed towards Nelson Mandela Day initiatives for the past 10 years.
The two Sasol employees have been donating from their pockets towards Nelson Mandela Day initiatives for the past 10 years.
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