Frontline workers treated to goodie bags
The non-profit organisation, called ukunika which means, ‘to give’ in isiZulu, assists by giving back to frontline workers such as medical and hospital personnel who have been working tirelessly and are fatigued due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
GIVING back and appreciating frontline workers has been a project of uMhlanga ward councillor, Nicole Bollman, since January this year.
The non-profit organisation, called ukunika which means, ‘to give’ in isiZulu, assists by giving back to frontline workers such as medical and hospital personnel who have been working tirelessly and are fatigued due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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“These men and women put their lives on the line daily. They are fatigued and most have suffered the virus themselves, have lost colleagues and loved ones and really deserve to know how appreciated they are,” said Bollman.
Friday saw ukunika, Eastman’s SPAR, Beyond Insights and Balwin Properties join forces to treat the nurses at Netcate Umhlanga Hospital.
Goodie bags filled with toiletries, cosmetics, treats and more were handed over.
“The Durban North community has also made this initiative possible by purchasing these goodie bags while shopping at Eastman’s SPAR,” said Bollman.
A few easy options to get involved:
• Purchase a bag at Eastmans
• Pay for a bag via EFT. Visit www.ukunika.co.za for banking details. Donations over R500 qualify for a Section 18a certificate for tax deduction purposes.
• Access the Zapper QR code (can be found on ukunika Facebook page) and your donation will be made automatically.
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