MNS Attorneys returns to Duduza Methodist Church, distributes 160 food parcels on Mandela Day
A local law firm marked Mandela Day by returning to a church that supported them in their early years and handing out food parcels to those in need.
DUDUZA – MNS Attorneys spent 67 minutes of Mandela Day giving back at the Duduza Methodist Church on July 18.
In the spirit of uTata, and as part of their corporate social investment (CSI) initiative, the firm chose to return to a church that played a vital role in its early beginnings.
They distributed 160 food parcels across four church branches, ensuring that even those who could not attend were still reached.
“This church is dear to MNS. When we officially opened our offices in 2002, the late Mama Nozipho Ndlovu and fellow church members came and prayed in each office.
They anointed our space with blessings and declared prosperity over the work we were about to begin. It felt right to return the kindness and stand with them on Mandela Day,” explained the firm’s director, Feziwe Ndlovu.
Feziwe said this particular outreach was especially emotional, as Nozipho passed on a month ago, saying MNS had lost the woman who had led those powerful prayers over the firm in its early days.
“She was a pillar of faith and love, and during her recent passing, the church community again showed their solidarity and stood by us in grief,” she added.
The food parcels were given to church members and aimed to help those in need.
“Some recipients are elderly or unable to attend due to health challenges. The church leaders will take the parcels to them. We packed each parcel with nutritious meals designed to sustain a household for a week.
“These parcels are more than just food; they are a reminder that someone sees them, remembers them, and cares,” said Feziwe.
The firm’s team also prepared 20 extra parcels for other community members in need, ensuring no one was left behind.
“Many recipients are pensioners or unemployed, and we understand how difficult life can be. This is our small way of honouring Mandela’s legacy and the legacy of those who have stood with us,” she said.
Church member Tholakele Radebe-Nothenga was thankful for the food parcels.
“We are grateful and cannot fully express how thankful we are. We received essential foods, including many we do not have in our household.
“Most recipients are unemployed elderly people with no monthly income. All this came at the right time and will last us until our next SASSA payout.
“May the givers’ pockets never run dry. We are grateful they thought of us as deserving recipients. May God provide for all their needs,” she concluded.
Church representative reverend Leon Nqaba expressed joy and gratitude to the firm, saying the church had many other needs and would welcome contributions from community members.
“We accept dignity towels, preloved clothes, food and other items as donations to the church. We always run programmes here that assist those in need,” he said.
