Handing over gifts to Sbonga Mhlongo and Tshegofatso Mogola (12) are Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana operational manager Ira Ndebele and Miranda Esau of Santa Shoebox Project.
Laughter, gifts and festive cheer filled the Mokoka Library in Daveyton recently as Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana hosted its annual Christmas party for 100 Katlego Primary School learners.
Dressed in white T-shirts and blue jeans, the children were the VIPs of the day. They were seated at beautifully decorated tables and treated to a fun-packed programme designed to make the occasion memorable.
Thanks to the generosity of the Santa Shoebox Project, each child received a gift box that included a brand-new clothing item, a toy and a stationery pack.
Tshegofatso Mogola (12) with Miranda Esau of Santa Shoebox Project.Excited Katlego Primary School learners and beneficiaries of Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana, Thato Mthsweni, Sfiso Hlatswayo, Yolanda and Asanda Nozaziyo, and Bandile Dlamini, proudly show off their Christmas presents. They are joined by Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana operational manager Ira Ndebele, Lesego Mpetsheni of the Kol Foundation, and Miranda Esau of Santa Shoebox Project.
The Kol Foundation contributed party packs and tea mugs, and also provided breakfast and lunch for the children. In addition, the Lisaboka Foundation supplied food for the attending stakeholders and donors, while Kempton Park-based Multotec made a monetary donation towards the event.
Operational manager Ira Ndebele expressed heartfelt gratitude to all the donors, saying their support ensured that the celebration was a success and that the children enjoyed a festive experience they won’t soon forget.
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Holding his present from the Santa Shoebox Project is Sbonga Mhlongo (8).
Children and staff hold their gifts after a fun-filled Christmas event hosted by Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana. They are joined by donors from the Santa Shoebox Project and the Kol Foundation.
Sinehlanhla Mokoena (13), Skumbuzo Mashaba (13) and Mohau Mbele (12).
Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana operational manager Ira Ndebele.
Some of the children who attended the Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana's annual Christmas party held at Mokoka Library in Daveyton recently.
Nomadlozi Chezi stands next to a picture of her sister, the late Busisiwe Sibeko, founder of the Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana NPO.
Holding her gift, with a big smile, is Luphelele Buthelezi.
Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana operational manager Ira Ndebele is with Nomadlozi Chezi, the sister of the late Busisiwe Sibeko, the founder of Sekusile Ekhaya Labantwana NPO.
Angel Malaza (13) and Botlali Malatsi (13) are with Lunathi Bangani from Katlego Primary School.
Ntombikayise Letlepo is the news editor of Benoni City Times and a passionate storyteller at heart. She joined Caxton Local Newspapers in 2015 and previously served as a senior journalist at the Boksburg Advertiser. Ntombikayise is an all-rounder when it comes to news content, covering everything from hard news to human-interest stories.
