Yami Community Projects continues to make a difference

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Yami Community Projects has once again demonstrated the impact of community partnerships by bringing practical support and moments of joy to hundreds of children in Barberton through two recent initiatives.

On Friday, July 24, the organisation, in partnership with Humanitarian Empowerment Foundation, (HEF), Dis-Chem and Suzuki, visited Chief Funwako School where female learners received sanitary products aimed at promoting dignity and supporting regular school attendance.

Each learner received six packs of sanitary pads, providing enough supplies for approximately three months. The initiative helps remove one of the challenges that many young girls face, enabling them to continue their education with greater confidence.

The project began several months ago when Yami Community Projects was provided with the use of a Suzuki delivery vehicle. Dis-Chem coordinated the delivery of the sanitary products to Mbombela, where the Yami team collected them. Owing to the large number of learners benefiting from the programme, two trips were required to transport all the supplies. Once collected, the sanitary pads were carefully packed into Dis-Chem bags before being distributed to the learners.

During the event, Mbali Makhubela of Yami Community Projects encouraged the girls to value their education, persevere through challenges and remain committed to completing their schooling. Her message focused on inspiring the learners to believe in themselves and to work towards building brighter futures.

The spirit of giving continued later in the week when 106 children at the Mpilo Enhle Children's Project, one of Yami Community Projects' community programmes, were treated to a special surprise. Thanks to the generosity of Debonairs Pizza Barberton, every child received a delicious pizza, bringing smiles and excitement to what became a memorable day.

For many of the children, the pizzas were a rare and special treat. Beyond providing a meal, the donation reminded them that they are valued and supported by the wider community.

Yami Community Projects expressed its sincere appreciation to Debonairs Pizza Barberton for making the initiative possible and for investing in the wellbeing of local children.

Both initiatives reflect the power of partnerships in addressing practical needs while also uplifting and encouraging young people. Through the support of organisations such as HEF, Dis-Chem, Suzuki and Debonairs Pizza Barberton, Yami Community Projects continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families across the Barberton community.

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