MIDVAAL. – Kotulong Community Centre (KCC), an NGO which takes care of vulnerable children in Midvaal was recently handed over a brand-new sustainable facility worth R45 million by South32 Metalloys.
The facility was officially launched by the MEC for Gauteng Department (DSD) of Social Development Mbali Hlophe together with Midvaal Local Municipality (MLM) Mayor Peter Teixeira.
Teixeira says, “Together with the MEC Mbali Hlophe, today we officially launched Kotulong Community Centre. This is a non-profit organization working with vulnerable children located in Meyerton. The new facility is based in De Deur and accommodates up to 60 children, creating 50 local jobs.”
Teixeira states that the value of the facility does not only lie in the building itself.
“The value is not just in the building itself, but in how the facility will serve as a center and a home to bring the help this community needs.”
According to South32 Metalloys, the facility forms part of Metalloys’ legacy and was previously located within the premises of the operation.
“The center was developed and handed over in partnership with the Department of Social Development and the KCC management and Board. It will provide the children with a safe place to call home in a more suitable environment.”
Noel Pillay, South32 Chief Operating Officer said: “Sustainability is at the heart of our purpose and underpins the delivery of our strategy. We are committed to working with our stakeholders to create value and opportunities for them in areas surrounding our operations. We apply the same approach to our community development projects and believe that this new center will provide the children with an environment that meets all their needs and a safe place to call home. We believe this will go a long way in improving their mental and physical wellbeing.”
The new building boasts seven units, a kitchen and laundry area, administration block, library and social worker unit.
More than 75 per cent of the center is powered by solar energy and is equipped with energy-efficient technology including floor insulation and double-glazed windows. It also includes a borehole capable of providing 7,200 litres of water per hour.
“This project aligns with our purpose of making a difference by improving people’s lives now and for generations to come,” Pillay concludes.
