By Amahle Cele
In honour of Nelson Mandela International Day, locals gathered at the SPCA in Makhanda this week for fun-filled mornings of giving back.
As part of the 67 minutes of Mandela, organisations, families and individuals take time out to make a difference in their communities by giving back through donations and support. At the SPCA, visitors enjoyed the experience of helping animals and spending quality time with the creatures that call SPCA home.
The morning was packed with activities for all ages, including creating a garden, walking dogs, playing with puppies and visiting Project Sunshine to show cats and kittens some love.
St. Andrew’s, Pam Golding and Remax paid visits to the animals in the kennels and showed them their support through generous donations. Their contributions would help to ensure the animals continued to receive the care and attention they need.
The presence of local businesses was testament to the community spirit that Mandela Day is all about. By working together and giving back, the residents were able to make a real difference in the lives of the animals.
The locals who attended the event were eager to get involved and make a positive impact on the lives of the animals at SPCA. Many brought donations of food, toys, and other supplies to help the kennels meet the needs of their residents.
In addition to providing much-needed supplies, the locals also spent quality time with the animals. They took dogs for walks, played with puppies and even got to play with kittens in Project Sunshine. The joy and enthusiasm of the volunteers was contagious and the animals seemed to appreciate the extra attention and love they received.
