First of all, we would like to thank all donors, volunteers and sponsors. In the timeline below you can see at a glance what we have been able to achieve thanks to your help and support. What have we already done?
2006
Started selling eyeglass chains in 2006. Through collaboration with the Optical industry (NL) and RT60 Bethlehem, this fundraising campaign became a great success. Result: proceeds of €100,000.
2007
Land acquisition With the proceeds from the 2006 fundraising campaign, we purchased land. Result: construction of a new building for the day care of orphaned children.
2008
Start of new orphanage construction. In 2008, we began the construction of a new day care facility for orphaned children. Result: a new and secure home for AIDS orphans.
2009
Opening of Masechaba Day Care Centre The building where children receive education, care, and medical attention is ready. Result: the clean and safe environment has a visible positive effect on the orphaned children.
2007
Collaboration with Hospice Golden Gateway Some children are seriously ill. Result: through collaboration with Hospice Golden Gateway, these AIDS patients receive the right care and therapy.
2011
Construction of 4 additional classrooms In 2011, four extra classrooms were built, and additional teachers were hired. Result: Masechaba can now provide day care and education to an additional 100 children. The total capacity for orphaned children is now 200.
2012
Start of growing own vegetables and fruits In 2012, we started growing our own vegetables and fruits to provide the children with a fresh and healthy meal every day.
2013
Start of food program In 2013, in collaboration with Farm Secure, we started a food program, allowing us to provide a daily meal to 2000 children in the region.
2013
Start of container project In March 2013, the container project was initiated with the goal of sending at least one container of goods every year. Result: providing goods that are severely lacking and in demand.
2014
New greenhouse, plow, and pick-up With this expansion, we can grow more types of vegetables and provide food to 2 additional care centers. Result: the regular intake of healthy food has significantly improved the children’s condition (and their academic performance).
2014
Playground equipment Through the International School Amsterdam (ISA), we received playground equipment for Masechaba Day Care Centre. In the fall of 2015, volunteers will assemble the equipment. Students from Maluti Hoogland School will also assist to gain practical experience.
2015
Video intercom For the safety of the children, teachers, and volunteers of Masechaba Day Care Centre, a video intercom system has been installed. A magnetic lock has also been fitted to the door.
2015
New Playground Masechaba Day Care During the 2015 visit, all old worn-out play equipment was replaced with safe and new playground equipment. The joy and happiness of the children were heartwarming. They had never seen such a beautiful playground before.
2015
INew Playground Masechaba Day Care During the 2015 visit, all old worn-out play equipment was replaced with safe and new playground equipment. The joy and happiness of the children were heartwarming. They had never seen such a beautiful playground before.
2015
New Delivery Van for Food Program The new delivery van for the food program serves a dual purpose. It not only delivers vegetables but also picks up the youngest school children from the squatter camps to safely bring them to day care.
2016
Establishment of a permanent eye measurement unit. The goal is to annually provide the poorest children and elderly in the region with the opportunity to have their eyes checked and receive glasses. Thanks to sponsorship from Essilor Netherlands, Holland Optical Instruments, and Koopman Optics, this eye measurement unit was installed in April 2016.
2016
In the period from May 29 to June 10, 2016, in collaboration with the Zienderogen Foundation, the first eye measurements were conducted. Result: a total of 1179 eye measurements were taken, and 170 glasses were prescribed. Children whose parents cannot afford them receive a free pair of glasses through this project.
2018 / 2019
Continuity and certainty are paramount in 2018 and 2019! Volunteers from Foundation South Africa take over the coordination of the Hospice. This ensures the continued education and care for the orphaned children in our day care. The Hospice could no longer carry out its activities due to the decision of the South African government not to provide financial support to NCP organizations. After a year, we are satisfied with how the teachers, staff, and manager of MDCC have handled this change. Due to current capacity, only 60 children can be accommodated. The goal is to hire an additional teacher in 2020 so that we can accommodate 10 extra children and provide more time for the personal and medical attention these children need.
2020
EMERGENCY COVID-19 AID! Due to the #lockdown, many children are at risk of malnutrition because they miss their daily meals at school. Also, Masechaba’s day care is closed. Therefore, we immediately started distributing #foodpackages, including to foster families.
2020
Distribution of Food Packages due to COVID-19!