It is with a heavy heart that I write this note of shared grief.
The world has lost a leader who changed the tides and ushered in a new way to fight against oppression, racism, discrimination, injustice and domination of one race over another. I walk with you and the world in this time of sorrow. I am always reminded that the leadership of this great leader TATA Madiba is accompanied by the actions of the many. On this day I recommit to be unwavering in the fight for justice.
I feel blessed to have been able to live at a time when I could breathe in the courage of a great man and be a member of the movement he led. Words will never be enough to take back his pain, but we owe him for what he stood for, let his legacy remain.
TATA Madiba was an inspiration to me and I will live and value his legacy of humility never forgetting his unique smile and dance. Halala Madiba Halala you freed us, free at last.
As we visited the residence of Madiba on the 13/12/13 to pay our last respects, we were overwhelmed with many different emotions, sadness, joy and peace being able to witness a nation standing together… both black and white…side by side…as one, left a feeling of great pride.
It is unbelievable that God created such an incredible being makes one realize that his struggle is the reason South Africa enjoys the freedoms and ideals we do today. We have learnt to be grateful for the little things, and not take our freedom for granted.
Rest in Peace until we meet again, I take comfort knowing however that your spirit lives beyond your grave. I lift you in prayer in the palms of my hands carrying you in my heart forever.
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VKN Financial Services (Pty) Ltd played a critical role in creating a better life for the children at the Winnie Madikizela Mandela School.
History of the Winnie Madikizela Mandela School
Winnie Madikizela Mandela School was established in 1975 under the patronage of the Wits Mental Health, founded by Mrs. Tshoke. Housemothers were in charge of the learners; and focused its activities on providing services as a Day Care Centre. The then Department of Education, took over the school in 1983, transforming it into a fully fledged school. The Department employed qualified teachers who were also offered further training (DSE) to enable them to manage learners with intellectual disabilities.
CEO, Vis Naidoo say’s as another of its corporate social investment projects, VKN Financial Services (Pty) Ltd is proud to be a partner by having donated nine wheelchairs this year to the Winnie Madikizela Mandela School.
Vis Naidoo has offered to assist the school further by introducing them to and creating a further partnership between the school and the merSETA to look at accreditation of learners for mentally challenged learners.
Anyone who is willing to contribute to and make a difference to the lives of these learners are welcome to contact Vis Naidoo.