The City of Giants Church in Alexandra extended a hand of compassion to people living with disabilities in Ext 10 in Tsutsumani, donating wheelchairs and a range of essential healthcare equipment on August 4.

The initiative, led by head pastor Sicelo Mathenjwa, is part of the church’s broader mission to serve vulnerable households and restore dignity through practical support. Mathenjwa explained that the programme’s current phase aims to reach 100 community members across different communities, with a special focus on people living with disabilities.

“Throughout our engagement with communities, we have encountered many individuals living with disabilities who face significant barriers to mobility, healthcare access, and everyday living.”

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The church couldn’t fold their arms and do nothing. Working hand in hand with community workers and local leaders, who understand the daily struggles and living conditions of families in their neighbourhoods, they carefully identified the beneficiaries.

He added that such a collaborative approach ensured that assistance reached those who will benefit most. “Our aim is to restore dignity, improve mobility, and enhance the quality of life for the beneficiaries, while providing practical support to their families and caregivers.”

Beyond wheelchairs, the donations included walkers, rollators, elbow crutches, examination couches, shower chairs, bath benches, commode chairs, digital blood pressure monitors, digital thermometers, and first aid kits.

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These, Mathenjwa said, are designed to ease daily living and improve healthcare access for beneficiaries and their caregivers.

He explained that the event was not a once-off event, as it forms part of the church’s ongoing social responsibility programme, which integrates spiritual care with tangible acts of compassion.

“As resources become available, through partnerships, donations, and the generosity of individuals and organisations, we intend to continue reaching more communities and expanding the programme to assist even more families.”

The inspiration behind focusing on people living with disabilities stems from the church’s values. Mathenjwa said their conviction is that every person deserves dignity, compassion, and equal opportunity, regardless of their physical condition.

He said the initiative was made possible through the support of FNB, whose partnership provided the resources for this phase.

“We are sincerely grateful for their willingness to invest in communities and help us extend practical care to those in need.”

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