In a heartwarming gesture, the Mayor of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality, Cllr. Daniswa Mafumbatha, brought smiles to the faces of elderly residents by delivering groceries earlier this week on January 21, 2024.
This initiative aims to alleviate the burden on elderly individuals with special conditions within the ward as the new year begins. Mayor Mafumbatha expressed the municipality’s commitment to supporting the elderly, acknowledging the significant responsibilities they bear, including caring for children, managing household expenses, and fulfilling other essential needs.
While addressing the community, Mayor Mafumbatha stated,
The elderly people in the community have a greater and greater burden at the beginning of the year…we are a municipality, and we will take the burden off their shoulders.
One of the beneficiaries, Mama Mchunu from Seaview ward 23, shared her joy and gratitude, stating,
I’m just here to take the food that the Municipality is giving me…I’m going to sleep and eat today without any worries.” Her heartfelt appreciation exemplifies the impact of such initiatives on the lives of elderly residents.
The Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality remains dedicated to supporting the elderly population, ensuring they can live with dignity, security, and a sense of value. As efforts continue to assist elderly residents in meeting their needs, the community is reminded of the importance of caring for its most vulnerable members.
