International Day of People with Disabilities celebrated
“Let us come together and help people live their best lives! We wish to improve the lives of people with disabilities. Contribute what you can. Volunteer now. Support our initiatives. Take action. Make a difference for our people.”
BURGERSFORT – The International Day of People with Disabilities was celebrated with splendour, vigour and excitement at the Tubatse Crossing Regional Mall last Friday.
The event was organised by the local nonprofit organisation, Queens With Purpose, in collaboration
with various organisations and sponsors from all corners of Tubatse.
Attendees included pupils from Rehlahleng and Jane Furse special schools. Local organisations such
as Mabocha Development and Caregivers, Lehlaba Protective Workshop and many more graced the
event.
The organiser, Thembi Maisela, said they wished to improve lives of people with disabilities.
“Let us come together and help people live their best lives! We wish to improve the lives of people
with disabilities. Contribute what you can. Volunteer now. Support our initiatives. Take action. Make a
difference for our people.”
Maisela thanked businesses and stakeholders who sponsored the event. On the day, the attendees participated in various activities.
They played indigenous games such as diketo, morabaraba and mpa.
They also participated in aerobics and athletics. Awards and certificates were handed to the victors.
The annual observance of International Day of People with Disabilities was proclaimed in 1992 by the United Nations.
It aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
