Sibambisene Foundation donates to the underprivileged in Kaalfontein

Sibambisene Foundation used its resources on May 30 to alleviate the plight of the Kaalfontein fire victims and called on more donors to assist them.
The Sibambisene Foundation was established in 2017 as a non-profit organisation.
It was established with the primary purpose of providing financial assistance to students attending Tvet institutions and universities who are from low-income families, not just in Alex but also in the neighbouring areas.
Through educational programmes, they aim to relieve poverty, health-related concerns, such as HIV/Aids, tuberculosis, alcohol and substance misuse, gender-based violence, crime and social injustice.
As the winter temperatures continue to decrease, community members have been eager for refuge and food since the tragic fire on May 30.
Sibambisene Foundation came to the rescue by donating and managing meal preparations and other essentials, while residents look for alternative accommodation.
According to Linda Mbatha, the majority of the residents in Kaalfontein are unemployed and struggling.
“This is a major setback for the residents, and you can see their sorrow and frustration when you walk into the area, especially now that there is so much uncertainty regarding the pandemic and load-shedding.
“Their houses have been reduced to ashes. They lack the necessary supplies to reconstruct their homes. This is particularly challenging for those living with children, as they have to ensure that children are not physically and emotionally affected,” said Mbatha.
“As a foundation, we were forced to intervene and help those in need with the aid of The Angel Networks SA and South African Jewish Board of Deputies who made a contribution of veggies, bread and soups to Sibambisene Foundation to donate to affected residents.
“We call upon our community to help. Having assessed the situation, we are requesting more resources to fulfil our commitment Thembisa,” said Mbatha.