This after volunteers of a group of 160 Norton Rose Fulbright volunteers from around the world visited the centre last month to help build them a new home.
Founder of the centre, Matshidiso Mokwape (31), says she started the disability centre a decade ago in a small two-roomed house.
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“We didn’t have proper care facilities; we were struggling to cope with the 17 mostly disabled children.
“My dream was always to have a big home for my kids and to show the world that everyone needs love, whether you are disabled or not.
“The amazing things are happening and my dream is finally coming true, thanks to Norton Rose Fulbright.”
“I am happy that my prayers have been answered,” she adds.
Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa chairman, Sbu Gule, says this is part of ‘Challenge 67’ – law firm Norton Rose Fulbright’s global fundraising initiative with the Nelson Mandela Foundation.
“What is exciting is that people from all over the world have taken to this project with such enthusiasm to help the people of Tsakane.
“We are overwhelmed by the love that has been shown by my colleagues.
“Norton Rose Fulbright is proud to be part of a project that will help change the lives of the people living in this community forever,” he says.
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Nelson Mandela Foundation chief executive, Sello Hatang, says they are not only touched by the commitment of Norton Rose Fulbright, but its action to make a contribution to address some of the social challenges society faces.
“This shows us that through its actions we can make every day a Mandela Day,” he says.”
Sello says that the Norton Rose Fulbright aims to raise US$250 000 (over R3-million) for the Nelson Mandela Foundation through local and global fund-raising events to help the Menzi Children’s Home.
