THE spirit of giving was on show at Park Square in uMhlanga last Friday as members of the community rolled up their sleeves to donate blood as part of a Mandela Day initiative.

The blood drive, held in partnership with the South African National Blood Service (SANBS), gave residents and visitors an opportunity to mark Nelson Mandela Day by giving something that could make a life-changing difference to someone else.

The initiative comes as SANBS celebrates 25 years of saving lives through blood donation.

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The organisation says its 25-year journey has been built on the generosity of millions of South Africans who have chosen to donate blood, helping ensure a safe and reliable supply for patients in need.

SANBS’ 2026 campaign, Be The Lifeline – Give Blood. Give A Tomorrow, highlights the impact of every donation, from helping accident victims and cancer patients to supporting mothers and newborn babies and children facing life-threatening illnesses.

“The same message was echoed at Park Square, where members of the community answered the call to become lifelines for others,” said donor relations practioner Dennis Ngongoma.

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