By Phenyo Selinda
Vanderbijlpark, August 6, 2024 In a heartwarming tribute to Nelson Mandela Day, Lifezest Pharmacy, Patsons Restaurant, So Bling, and 3@1 Business Express Vanderbijlpark collaborated on the Gompo Month Madiba Outreach, held at the Palms Shopping Centre, Vanderbijlpark. This initiative aimed to honour Nelson Mandela’s legacy and support Vaal Pets, a local animal shelter.
The event, which ran from July 11 to July 31, offered unique specials to encourage community participation. Patrons enjoyed a “Madiba style” cappuccino with a hint of honey at a 10% discount from Patsons Restaurant, a 10% discount on printing services for orders above R100 from 3@1 Business Express, free blood pressure testing from Lifezest Pharmacy, and a voucher for a free eyebrow tweeze from So Bling. These specials were available to those who donated items to the Gompo Outreach. The outreach accepted various animal donations, all of which were handed over to Vaal Pets on August 6. Vaal Pets, a no-kill animal shelter, is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming abused, abandoned, and neglected animals in the Vaal Triangle.
Their mission aligns with Nelson Mandela’s lifelong compassion for animal welfare and conservation. The name “Gompo” holds special significance as it was the name of Nelson Mandela’s Rhodesian Ridgeback. Mandela, who lived with his family and Gompo on Vilakazi Street in Soweto before his imprisonment, was an ardent advocate for animal welfare and conservation. His famous quote, “If we do not do something to prevent it, Africa’s animals and the places in which they live will be lost to our world and her children forever,” resonates with the mission of Vaal Pets. Vaal Pets strives to eradicate animal cruelty in the Vaal Triangle through community engagement and various initiatives. Their ambitious goals include sterilising 400 dogs annually, organising six clinic days per year, conducting 12 community and education drives per year, and successfully rehoming 200 dogs per year.
Tanya Steyn, Manager at 3@1 Business Express Vanderbijlpark, emphasised the importance of such initiatives, stating, “Donating to animal shelters translates into tangible actions that could save lives, offer second chances, and pave the way for a brighter future for countless furry friends. Donations also help to prevent the suffering of abandoned animals and give them a second chance at life.”
The Gompo Month Madiba Outreach successfully collected 22 items, contributing over R2000 worth of pet food to Vaal Pets. This initiative not only celebrated Mandela’s legacy but also fostered a sense of community and compassion towards animals. For more information about Vaal Pets and how you can support their mission, visit Vaal Pets.
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