2025

Platinum Health support Nelson Mandela Day

Not content with making a difference in just one place, we visited three institutions to spread a bit of Madiba Magic! Here’s a snapshot of the activities that took place.

Fezeka Old Age Home

The Old Age Home was in need of paint and the doors needed varnishing too.

All dressed up in their overalls, our team enthusiastically started varnishing the doors and painting the walls, with many elderly people expressing their gratitude for our keen efforts. To ensure they sleep warm and cozy we also donated beds, sheets and an array of colourful comforters. Three brand new wheelchairs and a first-aid kit were also donated to the home too!

At the event, our Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr. Rodney Gounden underlined the importance of preserving the legacy of Madiba. He said the elders carry the same wisdom and resilience and strength that Madiba stood for. He reiterated that Mandela Day is a call to action, a reminder that each of us has the power to change the world, even in just 67 minutes! 

He honoured the elderly present at the event, saying they are a living testimony of what it means to endure, to love and to forgive.

If you wish to donate to Fezeka Old Age Home or to find out more, contact Fezeka Helepe, on 069 126 6774.

Dimakatso Safe House

Our teams were excited as everyone pitched in with painting the house, and the end result was incredibly enjoyable and rewarding. We also donated two brand new washing machines to assist with laundry for the kids, supplies for groceries, school bags and party packs to ensure the kids can enjoy themselves.

At the event, our Nursing Services Executive, Mr. Albert Kokota said we are always happy to be able to make a positive difference in people’s lives, especially the youngsters of today as they are the leaders of tomorrow. “It is an exhilarating experience to be part of an initiative that gives something meaningful to the community. Thank you for the warm welcome we received from all of you, and we trust that our visit here today will make a positive difference in the lives of the children.”

If you wish to donate to Dimakatso Safe House or to find out more, contact Dimakatso Kgarimetsa on 079 047 0825.

Malomanye Child Drop-in Centre

Malomanye has a gardening service where they plant their own vegetables and give back to the families within the community in need.

At the event, our Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Tiisetso Tsiki thanked the centre for allowing us into their home and handed over the donations that Platinum Health brought for the centre which included school bags, curtain rails, curtains, paint, heavy duty doors and a first aid kit. We also participated in painting the walls and vanishing the doors, leaving them looking brand new.

If you wish to donate to Malomanye Child Drop–in Centre or to find out more, contact Lydia Talane on 072 345 8555.