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Last year while visiting the Botshabelo children in their home, I had an idea to set up a “playschool” for them. Something that would add to the already rich and solid foundation being built into their lives. A place “away” from their home where they could have educational play, learn life skills and use their senses to learn about their world.

Since I have been working at Botshabelo my life has changed in many ways.
Firstly, like an infant, allowing others to speak into my life has helped me to grow.
Secondly, my love to take care of the children in the Babies Home has made me stretch out my heart. Lastly, interpersonal skills has helped me relate and mix with people without being afraid of humiliation. I am encouraged when using my creativity; to bring out joy and peace into the lives of the children.

Busisiwe Mokonene | Caregiver

We were recently blessed with a fully-catered breakfast for 40 people donated by Curious Pictures. For the occasion we invited everyone we could think of, combining Botshabelo and Covenant Life Church staff. The caterers were very late, but it turned out to be a blessing in disguise as it gave us all a wonderful opportunity to socialize (not about work!). Talking turned into singing and dancing. Those we formerly thought to be shy and reserved broke out, leading us all in impressive dance moves!

Patrick and Anna Ndlovu opened their home in Ivory Park when they invited the International Volunteers to experience a meal and hospitality in true South African fashion. Unfortunately Mopani worms were not in season but the the volunteers didn’t seem to mind too much. A good time was had by all!

The Babies Home interior has recently been painted thanks to a generous donor. The rooms are now bursting with colour and fun! The children enjoy the change and Botshabelo really appreciates the time, work, and money that has been donated.  

Botshabelo's latest news is that the youngest child in the home is being adopted! His adoptive parents, from Sweden, will come and pick him up towards the end of August. We are all very excited, especially as the child is delayed and will need lots of extra attention. He will definately be the centre of attention in his new home!

Please pray that the transition goes as smooth as possible for both parents and child. Please also continue to pray for families for our other 10 children.

For a long time we've been wanting to update and improve the Botshabelo website and it feels good to finally have the ball rolling. A special mention needs to go out to eConsultant for getting the 'skeleton' up and running for us. Please be patient while we 'flesh' it out :)