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House fire leaves 90-year-old in need of a wheelchair
Currently Lydia is been taken care of by her daughter.
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Lydia Motsoane (90) lost all she had including her wheelchair that she used to get around, when her house in Tambo section, Tumahole, burnt down on July 22.
Her neighbours approached Fani Tekane, chairperson of Rise ‘n Shine Community Foundation for help to find a wheelchair for her.
Currently Lydia is been taken care of by her daughter.
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Lydia’s desperate situation has been brought to the attention of the Sweethearts Foundation that indicated their willingness to help.
Anyone who can help Lydia after her loss, whether it be furniture, linen or any other donation, is welcome to contact Tekane on 078 107 8757.