Meet Vumani Phungula
Meet Vumani Phungula Vumani Phungula is a 35-year-old man who has been unable to walk since birth. When we first met Vumani, we found that he was often confined to a small, one-bedroom home that he shares with his mother. Because she works as a domestic worker nearby, she has no choice but to lock […]
Meet Thandeka
Meet Thandeka Thandeka is a 9-year-old girl with a joyful spirit, despite facing significant challenges due to a mental condition that has left her unable to stand or walk on her own. When we first met Thandeka, she was incredibly shy and hesitant to engage with us. But once she warmed up, her smile was […]
Meet Thamsanqa
Meet Thamsanqa Thamsanqa, a 50-year-old man, once made a living as a taxi driver. However, after a car accident eight years ago and not receiving proper treatment, he has been unable to walk more than a few meters. As the primary breadwinner for his family of five, Thamsanqa’s inability to work has been a significant […]
Meet Swayimane Drive
Meet Swayimane Drive In early September 2023, we were fortunate to receive a generous donation of 20 walkers and some crutches from the Bill Buchanan Association for the Aged. Knowing how many elderly individuals we had met in Swayimane, it was clear that this was where these gifts needed to go. For our end-of-year celebration, […]
Meet Umngeni Municipality
Meet Umngeni Municipality After meeting Chris Papas at a local event in Hilton, the Rejuvenate team had the opportunity to share our story—how we started and our mission to make a difference in KZN. Chris was deeply interested in our cause and mentioned that after taking over Umngeni Municipality, he had received complaints about the […]
Meet Umbuso Ndlovu
Meet Umbuso Ndlovu Umbuso Ndlovu is a 32-year-old man who has faced both mental and physical challenges since birth. Sadly, despite his lifelong struggles, Umbuso has never received a proper diagnosis or medical treatment for his condition. His life has been shaped by these challenges, yet his family, particularly his devoted sister, continues to provide […]
Meet Nomphilo
Meet Nomphilo Nomphilo, one of our very first Rejuvenaters, received a second-hand wheelchair just three months after Rejuvenate SA was launched. She has always been a beacon of positivity and inspiration to our team, and her story is one that has touched us deeply over the years. Recently, a few months ago, Nomphilo reached out […]
Meet the Mthethwa Family
Meet the Mthethwa Family Magdalena, a 70-year-old grandmother, suffered two strokes over a decade ago. Before the strokes, she was a force of nature—walking up and down mountains to fetch water from the river for her family, tending to the household, and providing food. Magdalena’s resilience shines through in her joyful spirit, and her smile […]
Meet Kwenza
Meet Kwenza Kwenza is a 6-year-old boy with an incredibly positive attitude. Born with clubfoot, he has never had the chance to stand or walk. We met Kwenza’s mother while working in the Swayimane area with Stembiso, and all Kwenza wanted was to be able to go outside and play with his classmates. To help […]
Meet Duduzile
Meet Duduzile Duduzile is a 56-year-old woman who lost her leg in 2018 due to complications from diabetes. Despite this life-altering challenge, Duduzile’s determination to carry on with her daily routines remains unwavering. When we first arrived at her home, we found her busy with household chores, cleaning and washing her children’s clothes. It was […]
Meet Dominic Mpepanduku
Meet Dominic Mpepanduku At 47, Dominic faced the challenge of a left below-knee amputation due to complications from diabetes, which he had been managing for several years. For the past 14 years, Dominic has worked as a dedicated petrol attendant at Basil Bure Convenience Centre (Engen). Known for his positivity and passion, Dominic was determined […]