School for 25 at-risk children in South Africa

Love to Langa is so grateful for the support of our donors, who make school a possibility for children who desperately need a safe and nurturing place to go each day.  We would like to introduce you to some of the children your donations are helping.

Esona is a sweet little girl who attends school regularly. She loves socializing with her peers and outside play is her favorite activity. She is a very studious learner and very attentive in class. She lives with her brother and mother who is unemployed. Esona often comes to school without a snack however the school will always give her something so she does not go hungry.

Hloniphile is a happy, well-adjusted little boy who participates in all activities. He is pure joy to be around and a born leader. His peers are drawn to him, as are adults. He loves school and is always present, only snow would keep him away. He has two brothers and they have a close relationship. His mother is single, unemployed, and is furiously looking for work.  She relies heavily on the granny to support the children and keep a roof over their heads.

Mila is a shy little boy who enjoys school. Due to the loss of his mother in 2014 he is insecure and can be sensitive in certain situations. He and his grandmother live in a shelter. There is concern for Mila as to what will happen if his grandmother passes on as he will probably be moved to an orphanage.

These children attend Mfuleni Early Learning Centre, the pilot project of the City of Cape Town and their Early Learning Development Strategy in conjunction with Love to Langa's South African Partner Southern Africa Sustainable Development Initiative.