How to spend your 67 minutes this Mandela Day
People from all over the country will collectively give up 67 minutes of their day on July 18 to honour the giving legacy of Nelson Mandela.
AS South Africans prepare to commemorate the South African icon Nelson Mandela’s legacy tomorrow (July 18), Durban South communities and organisations are creating meaningful ways to contribute to their 67 minutes.
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Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (Crow)
Crow is appealing to the community for help to rebuild a ravaged antelope enclosure following the extreme winds in June. This vital enclosure is used to house young antelope for overnight feeds.
How you can help:
• Take on a company team to rebuild the enclosure
• Donate material:
– 28 x 3m gum poles
– 2.4m fencing slats
– Cement and nails
• Donate R67
• Purchase an item off Crow’s Takealot Wishlist
To help contact Heidi at communication@crowkzn.co.za or visit their website at www.crowkzn.co.za.
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Blue Bundu Brigade Animal Rescue and Rehoming
The animal NPO looks after injured and healthy rescue dogs and requesting the community’s help to build up their food storage.
How to help:
• Buy Monty & Me Essential dry food at a special price from the Montego M-Power shop
• Arrange a once-off or monthly donation
• Donate using EFT
Banking Details:
Blue Bundu Brigade Animal Rescue and Rehoming
Bank: First National Bank
Account number: 63129488284
Branch code: 250655
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Brighton Beach Victim Friendly Centre
Having identified a need through their anti-bullying work, the centre is preparing 67 hygiene packs for children at schools on The Bluff.
Still needed:
• 21 x toothbrushes
• 62 x deodorants
• 17 x bars of soap
Donations can be dropped off or arranged through:
WhatsApp: 083 734 2841
Email: brightonvictimfriendly@gmail.com
Isaiah 54 Children’s Sanctuary
The sanctuary is launching a “Mandela Month of Essentials” appeal to support the children in their care.
How to contribute:
• Donate grocery items, cleaning supplies, baby toiletries or cooked meals
• Donate towards the purchase of a 7-seater vehicle to transport children
• Donate a “67 Brave Bag” of essentials for newly admitted kids
To view the full list of needs:
WhatsApp Youandi Gilain on 084 488 1359
Facebook: Isaiah 54 Children’s Sanctuary
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Tabitha Care Services
Will be having a community clean-up at the WIP Centre from 09:30.
Rapid Response Team SDB
Will be conducting a clean-up operation in the Wolraad and Woodville Road areas at 09:30.
Warming the Hearts Through Feeding Regardless
This initiative is hosting a “Sunshine Shopping” event offering free clothes and essentials to those in need in Ward 66.
Event details:
• Date: 18 July 2025
• Time: 12:00 – 13:30
• Venue: Former Boxing Club on 186 Tara Road
• Drop-off time for donations: 07:00 – 11:00
For more information contact Merle on 060 986 9403 or Naz on 073 754 7842.
Malibongwe Senior Citizens
Members will dedicate their 67 minutes to the cleaning of the corner of Clinic Road from 08:00.
From fixing enclosures for animals, to nurturing vulnerable children and tidying up the community streets, Durban South have a variety to choose from to live Madiba’s values.
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