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Blessings Chidakwa in Goromonzi
THE lives of 35 Goromonzi orphans, who were experiencing tough times, have changed for the better.
This comes after a well-wisher this week donated a borehole, solar panels, mattresses, blankets and an assortment of other goods.
Before this gesture, the situation for the orphans, housed at Xtreme Transformation Foundation under Chief Chikwaka, was so dire some pairs would share single beds, while meals were infrequent.
The assistance was timely as it came at the onset of winter, when warm clothing is required.
On receiving the assistance, some of the orphans could not hold back tears of joy.
Founder of the orphanage Reverend Edward Muranganwa said they were facing challenges taking care of the 20 girls and 15 boys aged between seven and 17.
Mr Muranganwa said Extreme Transformation Foundation started in 2013 and used to operate from Damofalls in Ruwa before fire razed the premises, forcing a relocation northward to Goromonzi in 2019.
“Goromonzi had so many orphans that we decided to settle this side but life was tough as we were surviving on the kindness of well-wishers,” he said.
“This year we faced the challenges of a poor harvest owing to the drought and school fees have also been a challenge annually. Our rooms need to be increased to accommodate more children,” he said.
First Mutual Properties has extended assistance, with managing director Mr Chris Manyowa pledging to offer more support, including adopting the orphanage and paying fees for the disadvantaged children.
Mr Manyowa said it was pleasing that apart from them, there were also other people assisting the less privileged in society.
“Despite First Mutual being a profit-oriented business, after business we then do corporate social responsibility activities where we give back to the community. There is a need to invest more in the future.
First Mutual Properties public relations and communication manager Ms Jackie Jangira said they were going to adopt the orphanage and do something major for the children every year.
She said the whole donation they brought amounted to US$5 000.
Headman Musonza said:
“I am glad that through your support, the children are now going to make ends meet. Support from well-wishers remains pivotal,” he said.
Bongani Ndlovu
Online Reporter