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The Citizen
22-07-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Mandela Day sparks generosity across Germiston as groups give back
In the spirit of Nelson Mandela's legacy, businesses and NPOs across Germiston joined forces to spread love, dignity and hope through selfless acts of kindness on July 18. From food drives and soup kitchens to makeovers and care packages, the city came alive with generosity. Local companies, big and small, rolled up their sleeves and partnered with community organisations to make a difference where it mattered most. ALSO READ: Happy Hearts Senior Academy shares a cup of love on Mandela Day 'Staff from various firms visited homes for the elderly, refurbished community centres, and donated essentials — including food parcels, clothing, and hygiene items — to vulnerable families. The elderly residents at the Rest-a-While Centre received gifts, a warm meal and treats. The Meadowdale Shopping Centre, WACO Africa, Yammin Hammond Attorneys, and the Wada Group visited the centre to donate groceries. 'We give every day, but Mandela Day allows us to highlight service and reminds us that giving is a shared gift,' said Trudy De Jesus Carreira, a Rest-a-While co-ordinator. Primrose Police Station received a much-needed facelift. Volunteers from Better Primrose cleaned the premises, refreshed the palisade fencing with a coat of paint and tended the garden. The Avril Elizabeth Home hosted its first Walk-A-Thon, combining fitness, fun and fundraising for a good cause. The event also marked the launch of the home's branded sports gear, now available for purchase to help raise awareness. This was the home's first wheelchair-inclusive Walk-A-Thon, and families and friends enjoyed participating while supporting the cause. ALSO READ: Avril Elizabeth Home invites community to Mandela Day Walk-A-Thon fundraiser Ward 36 Clr Wendy Morgan completed seven laps. She thanked everyone who donated and came to support the home. The Thami Xala Foundation donated food parcels to over 60 people in the Rondebult area. They also served cooked meals and set up a preloved stall where those in need could choose items. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
18-07-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Happy Hearts Senior Academy shares a cup of love on Mandela Day
In the true spirit of Nelson Mandela's legacy, staff from Happy Hearts Senior Academy in Elsburg dedicated their 67 minutes on Mandela Day by sharing a warm meal with those less fortunate in the community. The school prepared and served hearty soup to dozens of community members facing hardship. 'Our goal was simple: to show love, dignity, and hope through a shared meal. Mandela Day is a reminder that small acts of kindness can make a big impact,' said teacher Shannon. ALSO READ: Little Eden Society calls for donations ahead of Mandela Day This was the first time the school reached out to the community, and they hope to make the outreach a regular part of its calendar, encouraging young people to live out Madiba's values of compassion, service, and unity. ALSO READ: Avril Elizabeth Home invites community to Mandela Day Walk-A-Thon fundraiser 'There is a need in the community, and as a school, we can contribute to making it less hard. With the support of our parents, who are always willing to support and donate, we thank them,' said Shannon. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
17-07-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Join Avril Elizabeth Home's first Walk-A-Thon for fun, fitness and fundraising
Join Avril Elizabeth Home's first Walk-A-Thon for fun, fitness and fundraising The public is invited to join Avril Elizabeth Home's inaugural Walk-A-Thon for a day of fun, fitness and fundraising. This exciting initiative encourages everyone participating in any form of sport to wear the home's branded sports gear and get active for a cause, whether you're cycling the Argus or 94.7, running the Comrades, sky-diving, climbing Mount Everest or wrestling your in-laws. The Walk-A-Thon will take place on July 18. ALSO READ: Donations made to Avril Elizabeth Home in celebration of Mandela Day This will be the first Wheelchair Walk-A-Thon hosted by the home. Anyone is welcome to join and have the opportunity to sponsor one or more entrants to walk the 1.2km perimeter of the Home. Each lap is R100, and while walking, participants will be required to push a colleague or friend in a wheelchair. The challenge is to complete as many laps as possible in 67 minutes, with a minimum of 2 laps. Lap cards will be stamped after each lap and verified by our admin team against the corresponding sponsorship forms. Registration will start at 08:30 the walk begins at 09:00. The event will be supported by the Bedfordview and Primrose CPF. Alongside the wall of Avril in Castor Road and Orient Street, the will be 24 sidewalk stand spaces available (R150 each) for businesses to promote their services and cheer on the walkers. ALSO READ: Support Avril Elizabeth Home mini-market All participants will receive a free hotdog. Hot and cold drinks will be available for purchase. Their Book and Charity Shop will be open exclusively for participating companies and their teams, and will also have a selection of their sports gear on sale. Raffles can be won on the day. Residents are urged to book on time due to limited space. For enquiries, contact Salome Smith on 011 822 2233 or 061 001 3221 or via email [email protected]. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
17-07-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Avril Elizabeth Home invites community to Mandela Day Walk-A-Thon fundraiser
The public is invited to join Avril Elizabeth Home's inaugural Walk-A-Thon for a day of fun, fitness and fundraising. This exciting initiative encourages everyone participating in any form of sport to wear the home's branded sports gear and get active for a cause, whether you're cycling the Argus or 94.7, running the Comrades, sky-diving, climbing Mount Everest or wrestling your in-laws. The Walk-A-Thon will take place on July 18. This will be the first Wheelchair Walk-A-Thon hosted by the home. ALSO READ: Support Avril Elizabeth Home mini-market Anyone is welcome to join and have the opportunity to sponsor one or more entrants to walk the 1.2km perimeter of the Home. Each lap is R100, and while walking, participants will be required to push a colleague or friend in a wheelchair. The challenge is to complete as many laps as possible in 67 minutes, with a minimum of 2 laps. Lap cards will be stamped after each lap and verified by our admin team against the corresponding sponsorship forms. Registration will start at 08:30 the walk begins at 09:00. The event will be supported by the Bedfordview and Primrose CPF. Alongside the wall of Avril in Castor Road and Orient Street, the will be 24 sidewalk stand spaces available (R150 each) for businesses to promote their services and cheer on the walkers All participants will receive a free hotdog. Hot and cold drinks will be available for purchase. ALSO READ: Community rallies to support Avril Elizabeth Home Their Book and Charity Shop will be open exclusively for participating companies and their teams, and will also have a selection of their sports gear on sale. Raffles can be won on the day. Residents are urged to book on time due to limited space. For enquiries, contact Salome Smith on 011 822 2233 or 061 001 3221 or via email [email protected]. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Join a corporate breakfast with Gavin Sharples
Avril Elizabeth Home for the Physically and Intellectually Disabled invites all businesspersons and corporations to attend a dynamic corporate breakfast featuring Gavin Sharples. He is an internationally renowned motivational keynote speaker and business management consultant who is associated with the Avril Elizabeth Home. This inspiring event offers an excellent opportunity to network with industry professionals while supporting a meaningful cause. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards supporting the ongoing work of the Avril Elizabeth Home. The breakfast will be on May 22, from 08:00 to 10:30 at 11 Castor Road, Fishershill, Germiston. Tickets are R350 per person, and a Section 18a certificate is available upon request for those who wish to claim a tax deduction. To secure your spot, RSVP by contacting 011 822 2233 or emailing aehmarketing@ At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
