Transnet Engineering plants seeds of hope to mark Mandela Day and tackle hunger beyond July 18

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3 days ago

Transnet Engineering has extended the spirit of Mandela Day well beyond July 18 with a meaningful, hands-on campaign aimed at tackling poverty and food insecurity.
Transnet Engineering launched a plant a garden campaign in July, rallying its employees nationwide to support community-based food gardens as a living tribute to this year's Mandela Day theme 'It's still in our hands to combat poverty and inequity'.
'At Transnet Engineering, we remain committed to developing the communities we operate in. Community gardening provides a way for people to grow their own fresh food, build community bonds, improve mental and physical health, and feed one another. It also empowers communities to take full responsibility for this cost-effective yet sustainable initiative,' said Zodwa Mashishi, executive manager of corporate affairs for Transnet Engineering.
Mashishi said the initiative not only honours the legacy of Nelson Mandela but also sows the seeds for long-term sustainability, resilience and self-reliance in communities nationwide.
The campaign called on employees across the country to nominate deserving nonprofit organisations (NPOs) within their communities, particularly those with available backyard space suitable for vegetable gardening.
According to Transnet Engineering, the initiative is a contribution to the fight against poverty and food insecurity, and a reflection of the group's continued commitment to uplifting the communities in which it operates.