Brakpan SPCA kennel supervisor honoured for decade of service

Described as an integral part of the Brakpan SPCA family, kennel supervisor Bulelani Manci was recently honoured for his unwavering dedication to animals. Bulelani, fondly known as Lucky, was recently awarded a certificate in recognition of his 10 years’ service at the local society.

“In June 2014, a young and eager 21-year-old Lucky joined the Brakpan SPCA team as a kennel hand. From the very beginning, Lucky displayed a natural affinity for animals and a genuine eagerness to learn,” said manager Tamaryn Lombard.

“Over the years, Lucky’s journey has been nothing short of inspiring. One of his early aspirations was to obtain his driver’s licence, and with our support, he achieved this milestone.

“His dedication and natural way with animals shone through as he quickly mastered the skills to handle them with care and compassion.”

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Through hard work and commitment, Lucky was promoted to kennel supervisor.

“His contributions didn’t stop there. He took on a variety of roles, assisting with stray and surrendered animal collections, accompanying vet visits, working on standby, and even helping out at our reception. His versatility and reliability has made him an invaluable member of our team,” said Lombard.

“This year, we were thrilled to honour Lucky with a certificate of service, recognising his incredible 10-year journey with us.

“His dedication hasn’t wavered despite the challenges, from bites and scratches to witnessing both heartbreaking and heartwarming moments.

“Lucky remains steadfast, optimistic, and a pillar of strength for our society. As we look forward to the new year, we’re excited about what lies ahead for Lucky. We know that brighter and even more rewarding times are coming for him.”