Theo`s recovery story is one that has left everyone who knows him truly inspired. Heroin is one of the hardest drugs to quit as it is both physically and mentally addictive. So very few are able to quit and stay clean. Theo a former Vuka Skhokho volunteer, had a bad Nyaope relapse two years ago. […]
Boy Becoming… first day out
Our first Boy Becoming… trip was one that set the tone for what is going to be a truly exciting program for facilitators and “boys” alike. It’s heritage month and what better way to celebrate than by taking our boys to the Mothong Heritage site in Pretoria. The boys got to take part in the […]
Skhokho Waste-Miners Centre
We are building a care centre for informal recyclers. Individuals who despite their massive contribution to society are still marginalised, victimised and treated as pariahs. The centre focuses on Nyaope addicted recyclers, (Nyaope is a heroin based drug), who make up a large part of this sector. Most recylcers have little to no access to […]
We are feeding more than 500 community members
The Covid-19 lockdown has meant that many are struggling to support their families and to make sure they get at least one good meal a day. Thanks to the dedication, generosity and commitment of Athol CAN and YOU our regular donors, it has made it possible for us to now operate from THREE areas in Alexandra township and now […]