Caltex Filling Station and Heidelberg Taxi Association make difference in Ratanda schools
Caltex Filling Station Manager Ithumuleng Setati and Timmy Mnisi from the Heidelberg Taxi Association delivered their first donation of full uniform sets and school shoes on Friday January 31st at Ratanda Bertha Gxowa Primary School and on Monday February 3rd, another donation was made at Lethabo Siyanqoba Primary School.
In a display of community spirit, the Caltex Heidelberg Filling Station, in collaboration with the Heidelberg Taxi Association, made a significant impact on the lives of learners at schools in Ratanda.
The two entities donated school uniforms to the learners, ensuring every child can attend school with pride and dignity.
The realisation that many learners at schools in Ratanda were struggling to afford school uniforms sparked the initiative.
Recognising the importance of education and the role uniforms play in fostering a sense of belonging and equality, the Caltex Heidelberg Filling Station and the Heidelberg Taxi Association took action.
Caltex Filling Station manager Ithumuleng Setati and Timmy Mnisi from Heidelberg Taxi Association delivered their first donation of full uniform sets and school shoes on January 31 at Ratanda Bertha Gxowa Primary School and on February 3 at Lethabo Siyanqoba Primary School.
Principal Abraham Maseli at Bertha Gxowa Primary School said the school currently has 1 200 learners and some come from poor communities where parents are unemployed.
“We are grateful for the donations as our children take pride in wearing uniforms. Those wearing a school uniform for the first time will do so with the same pride as their co-learners,” he said.
At Lethabo Siyanqoba Primary School, the principal Bongani Mazibuko formed a uniform committee and expressed appreciation for the donation.
“This act of kindness will help to ensure our learners can focus on their studies without the added stress of not having proper uniforms,” he said.
“The Caltex Filling Station and the Heidelberg Taxi Association have set a commendable example for others to follow, demonstrating that acts of kindness can make a big difference in the lives of those in need. Their commitment to the community and the future of its children is inspiring,” Setati said.
Mnisi added the Heidelberg Taxi Association had an interest in the education of learners and that every little bit helps.
“We will continue our partnership with Caltex Heidelberg to support vulnerable children,” Mnisi said.
