The annual celebration of Nelson Mandela’s legacy is not just a day of reflection, but a powerful reminder that each of us has the ability to effect positive change. At SweepSouth, we believe in impact, especially when it comes to improving lives and building better futures for people and communities.
There are many ways to make a difference and if you’re based in Cape Town, here’s how you can dedicate your 67 minutes to meaningful causes and organisations:
Relate bracelets
Relate is a 100% not-for-profit social enterprise that donates the majority of bracelet sales to credible causes and social upliftment initiatives. Relate’s bracelet makers range from elderly to refugees and township youth, all of whom earn an income by beading the bracelets.
How to get involved: All you have to do is purchase a handmade bracelet at a retail store near you. Check the website for the store directory to purchase in your city.
Website: www.relate.org.za
Contact: 021 418 3144 / info@relate.org.za
Ladles of Love
Ladles of Love is a non-profit organisation that provides nutritious and wholesome food to people in need.
How you can get involved: This Mandela Day, you can spend your 67 minutes with Ladles of Love at the V&A Waterfront. By purchasing a ticket for just R200 you will be providing 40 healthy meals to a child in need. After purchasing your ticket, you can volunteer your time to make, create, or pack items that will be distributed.
Website: www.ladlesoflove.org.za
Contact: 071 747 7311
SA Harvest
SA Harvest is a non-profit organisation committed to reducing food waste and hunger in South Africa. By rescuing surplus food from suppliers and redirecting it to those in need.
How you can help: For Mandela Day, SA Harvest launched the #BucketsOfNutrition challenge, aiming to distribute buckets filled with nutritious food to vulnerable communities across South Africa. You can help by participating in the challenge – either by donating funds to sponsor buckets or by volunteering to pack and distribute them.
Website: www.saharvest.org
Contact: 072 486 0618 / info@saharvest.org
TEARS
TEARS is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals in South Africa. They provide veterinary care, safe shelter, and loving attention to animals who have been abandoned, abused, or neglected.
How You Can Help: You can support TEARS by donating funds, volunteering your time at their shelters, fostering animals in need, or adopting a pet. Your contribution helps ensure that more animals receive the care and second chances they deserve.
Website: www.tears.org.za
Contact: 021 785 4482 / tears@tears.org.za
The Hope Exchange
The Hope Exchange is committed to providing individuals experiencing homelessness in South Africa with access to basic hygiene and care essentials.
How you can help:
R67 monthly donation: By setting up a R67 monthly donation you will contribute to maintaining hygiene facilities and provide essential toiletries to those in need throughout the year.
Collect and donate toiletries: Organise a toiletry collection drive this Mandela Day. The items they need the most include body wash, body lotion, shampoo, soap and roll-ons. Items can be dropped off on Mandela Day, or any other day of the week.
Website: www.thehopeexchange.org
Contact: marie@thehopeexchange.org
Conclusion:
By dedicating just 67 minutes of your time this Mandela Day, you can make a significant impact on the lives of others. Whether it’s supporting a local charity, volunteering, or simply spreading kindness – every action counts!
ALSO SEE: MAKE A DAY, CHANGE A LIFE: CELEBRATING MANDELA DAY
