Elderly people at Zodwa Mofokeng Old Age Home celebrated the 97th birthday of Ms Pauline Rhadebe on Thursday last week.
Flanked by other elders and caregivers, Ms Rhadebe said her secret to her long life was to respect people and look after those in need.
“I have love and respect for people,” said Ms Rhadebe.
Ms Rhadebe grew up in Alexandra and came to Tembisa in 1970.
Before she was accommodated at Zodwa Mofokeng, Ms Rhadebe used to reside at her home at Nxiweni Section.
She is a mother of 10 children; six boys and four girls.
The founder of Zodwa Mofokeng Old Age Home, Ms Thandi Swakamiswa, said Ms Rhadebe has stayed at the home for four years now.
“She was spotted by care workers at her home. She used to be alone during the day and we realised she was not safe. We then took her to join other elderly people in the centre,” said Ms Swakamiswa.
At her age, Ms Rhadebe has a clear memory and is able to hear and see. She was the life at her own birthday celebration.
