REPORT FOR OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2024
Sister Grace writes from South Africa to say she that she continues to distribute food parcels purchased by The Waterberg Trust to those in need. She also distributes clothes and sanitary pads donated to the local Acts of Mercy project. “Some families are facing hard times due to increased prices of food and having extended families to support.”
Beneficiaries are identified and assessed according to their needs and challenges. The food parcels currently benefit 31 individuals in 8 family groups. One mother’s dwelling burnt down recently. Others continue to receive monthly food parcels due to unresolved social circumstances. Items are bought from different supermarkets to obtain the best prices.
OPPORTUNITIES:
- Girls continue to receive free sanitary pads and clothes on a regular basis
- The Social Relief Grant continues to benefit many including unemployed youth
- Job creation schemes benefit locals within town, surrounding farms and lodges
- Churches are taking part in helping the needy with food parcels
- School children continue to be provided with daily meals via the feeding schemes
CHALLENGES:
- Poverty due to unemployment and a low source of income
- Increased prices for essentials
- Huge families
- Dysfunctional families
- Multiple family responsibilities
CLOTHES AND SHOES DONATED TO CHILDREN OF THE WATERBERG IN SOUTH AFRICA
The Waterberg Trust 