Ponstho Ya Lesedi give back to the Mankweng community
Ponstho Ya Lesedi together with various other established businesses in the city, thus recently gave back to Hlahlaganya Drop-in Centre next to Mankweng Hospital.
POLOKWANE – Young male professionals from Mankweng say that they want to inspire and encourage other young professionals in the community to give back to those in need. Ponstho Ya Lesedi together with various other established businesses in the city, thus recently gave back to Hlahlaganya Drop-in Centre next to Mankweng Hospital.
The charity initiative took place on Saturday, 23 February where various perishable items as well as clothes and other household essentials were collected, by these young men during their chill out sessions they host every second weekend through a cookout sessions facilitated by self-taught male chef, Radi through chef Radi’s cookout sessions.
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“We know what is is like growing up with a tough upbringing, walking around with torn clothes, going to school with a uniform that is not complete and also not having food to eat for dinner or breakfast. So we took it upon ourselves to help those who are in need, who are also going through what we did so that they can at least have an easier life.
Chef Radi’s cookout sessions have really helped us to collect enough items to donate,” explained Pontsho Radifadi Mamabolo, founder of Pontsho Ya Lesedi Charity Organisation.
The group of friends collect and wash clothes and box them for delivery, when they visit disability centres.
Twice a year, Pontsho says they also host an event called Turf Fun day, usually during the Easter holiday and another one during spring.
During these events they also invite local mini businesses to exhibit their businesses with the intention to grow their businesses as well as build clientele with one another.
“Apart from receiving donations those in need also get treated to some of my delectable, wholesome meals which I cook myself with love and serve with smiles and laughter as we engage,” added Pontsho.
The next Turf Fun Day 2019 (Cookout by Chef Radi) will be held on 20 April at Zone 1 park.
The crew appeals with the community to lend a helping hand by donating where they can to ensure that the event is a success.
