Destitute man in Emndeni seeks help from the public
The old man was discovered by Dr Fikile Mnisi who often holds events about breaking the stigma of mental illness.
56-year-old mentally ill Aaron Maduna from Emndeni North is seeking for help from the community.
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Maduna has been living at his home alone for the past 36 years. His house is not suitable for occupation as it has no electricity and leaks when it’s raining.
It also has a leaking toilet and the yard has not been cleaned. The living conditions are extremely bad and a threat to one’s health which is unacceptable.
The old man sustains himself through finding piece jobs such as cleaning other people’s yards.
With the little money that he gets he buys paraffin, coal and food so that he can be able to eat, he also buys toiletry essentials.
“I have a sister who takes care of me. She takes care of me with the little that she has and sometimes it’s just not enough. I am therefore forced to hustle and see what I can get to make ends meet,” said Maduna.
The old man was discovered by Dr Fikile Mnisi who often holds events about breaking the stigma of mental illness.
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Dr Mnisi has taken it upon herself to make sure that the old man attends his clinic visits which will also help him acquire the right papers so he can qualify for grant.
Residents are urged to offer a helping hand in refurbishing the old man’s house and making it livable.
A local NGO has already cleaned the yard and provided the man with groceries to help sustain his livelihood as part of Mandela Day.
Those who are interested in offering a helping hand can contact Dr Fikile Mnisi on 061 401 0854
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