Emfuleni Department of Arts and Culture, Vaal University of Technology Departments, and the Lawrence Makhekhe Foundation Collaborate for Mandela Day
Written by Mxolisi on August 27, 2024
The Emfuleni Department of Arts and Culture, various departments from the Vaal University of Technology, and the Lawrence Makhekhe Foundation joined forces to celebrate Mandela Day by giving back to the underprivileged community in Zone 11.
The initiative involved the restoration of a burnt house, furnishing it with new beds and blankets, and distributing groceries to residents in need. Additionally, furniture repairs were conducted.
Lawrence Makhekhe Foundation is Driven :by Empathy
Martin Mpotu, spokesperson for the Lawrence Makhekhe Foundation, spoke about the organization’s mission. Established in 2011, the foundation was driven by Mphothu’s own experience of poverty and hunger.
Lawrence Makhekhe’s philosophy, as shared by Mpotu, is one of empathetic giving: “He does not give because he has, but only because he knows the pain of needing.”
The foundation extends its support to underprivileged children by providing school uniforms and shoes.
