On Mandela Day, as part of their contribution in observing Nelson Mandela’s birthday and to honour his successful 67 years of struggle for
freedom, Grade 11 learners from the Islamic Educational Centre (IEC) undertook the task of removing dirt, rubbish and filth from the lower reaches of Convent Hill.
This was an unwelcome legacy from the “money mania” that gripped the area a few weeks ago.
The learners rolled up their sleeves, put on their gloves and slipped on their face masks.
They divided themselves into groups and eagerly began the scraping, brushing, piling and collecting the accumulated rubbish and dirt. This was then deposited into a dumpster which was provided by Why Waste.
At the end of the allotted time, the area had been restored to its original condition – clean and presentable.
The biggest sigh of relief and thanks came from businessmen in the vicinity who could once again serve their customers with a smile and a “thank you” without exhaling foul air.
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The school wishes to record its gratitude to Why Waste for the provision of the dumpster and transport, and the municipality for consenting to the project.
Special thanks and appreciation to the Grade 11 learners who did a sterling job without complaint for a worthy cause.
IEC learners were also out at The Square on Mandela Day, where they collected a large amount of tinned food.
The cans were then donated by the school to the Victory Haven children’s home.
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