Eye Tests for the Community Outreach Centre (COC) Children

In December 2024, Diane van Dam very kindly agreed to screen some children at the Community Outreach Centre (COC), one of the KidZAid beneficiaries. Diane is an Orthoptist, one who diagnoses and treats those with eye muscle problems ( weaknesses and squints). She tested the children’s eyesight using the Snellens test

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Water Tanks

In 2024, KidZAid was able to install water tanks at 2 ECDs managed by the Community Outreach Centre, in Mariannhill, where there was no municipal supply. The children and teachers at KwaNdengenzi Crèche and at Zwelibomvu Crèche now have water for cleaning and washing. KidZAid also provided small watering cans

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Visit to Embizeni Creche: Book and Toy Donation

In March 2024, the KidZAid Committee made a heartwarming visit to Embizeni Crèche, a beneficiary in Ntshongweni supporting 60 children! Wooden toys (crafted by the Pinetown Woodcrafters) and “wordless” books, designed to foster early literacy skills were also donated. Did you know? In South Africa, 80% of Grade 4 learners

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KwaNdengezi Creche Maintenance and Donation

In June 2024, KidZAid donated a sealant and paintbrushes to the Community Outreach Centre, to maintain the Wendy Hut which serves as the KwaNdengezi Creche, one of the four early childhood development centres supported by KidZAid. In a co-operative spirit, about 10 of the parents and members of the community

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Candyfloss Crèche at Mariannridge Methodist Church

Nestled on the grounds of Mariannridge Methodist Church, CandyFloss Crèche cares for 17 children between the ages of 3 and 5.  This nurturing environment is a lifeline for many families who need to work during the day and therefore cannot be present for their young children. With most children attending

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