Audi visits shack fire victims
Audi Friends of South Africa (SA), sponsored by Audi Centre Airport, in Kempton Park, drove to the Angelo Informal Settlement, Boksburg, in convoy, on Saturday, September 21.
The team of Audi drivers visited the victims of the shack fire that took place on the morning of August 9, to donate blankets, food items and clothing.
On arrival, Sipho Mothiba, co-founder of Audi Friends of SA, reminded the community that an injury to one is an injury to all, but that their setback should not discourage them.
“Just because this has happened to you, does not mean you should be hopeless, and it should not stop here, just as you are helped, you should also help others when a need arises,” he said.
Since the incident, victims have been rebuilding their lives and, with the help of donations, their shacks have been re-erected.
Twenty-eight year old Thusonyane Morake lives with her sister and daughter, and lost most of her clothing in the fire.
Morake, who has been staying at a friend’s house and borrowing her clothes, welcomed the support from Audi.
“I am very happy today and I pray that God blesses Audi for helping us,” she said.
Audi Friends of South Africa is focused on assisting where there is a need, and supporting the destitute, as well as charities and organisations that are making a difference.
Another community member, Themba Nene, expressed his gratitude on behalf of his wife and children.
“We are truly thankful and grateful for the support we are receiving,” he said.
Angelo Informal Settlement community leader Thomas Sibuyi thanked Audi Friends of SA and Audi Centre Airport, on behalf of the community.
If you would like to notify Audi Friends of SA of a community that is in need, or would like to be a part of their charity initiatives, you can contact them on their Facebook page: Audi Friends of South Africa.
