EXCLUSIVE: Deaf Malcolm is eager to help – VIDEO
The one clear thing that sets him apart from his colleges in the store is his vest on which the words printed read “I am deaf”.
In a month when the world recognises the abilities of deaf members of society, Malcolm Shihaxu hopes to be an inspiration to others.
At only 20, Malcolm is driven by passion and eagerness.
Members of the community might already know Malcolm.
His welcoming and friendly smile have greeted thousands of shoppers at Meadowdale Checkers Hyper.
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The one clear thing that sets him apart from his colleagues in the store is his vest on which the words printed read “I am deaf”.
On the back of the vest, however, is the reminder that he is still fully capable of completing his tasks. “How can I help?”- the words read.
Read the full interview with Malcolm in today’s Bedfordview and Edenvale News.
Watch the video interview with Malcolm below:
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Deaf Awareness
• South African Deaf Awareness Week was celebrated from August 29 to September 4.
• Internationally Deaf Awareness Month is celebrated in September with the culmination of the month taking place on September 23 with the International Day of Sign Language.
• The world celebrates the International Week of the Deaf from September 23 to September 30.
