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Mbekweni

Mbekweni, near Paarl, has a population c 60,000, of which 29% are below the age of 14. The town is predominately Black African, 97%.  56% have income of less than R19,000 (£1,000).

HIV/AIDs > 20% and Epilepsy 2x SA average. Over recent years TB has increased by 71%. There are > 20% not in formal education.

The multi purpose centre was opened in 2010 and provides -

  • Multi purpose indoor centre

  • Recreation rooms

  • A Gym

  • Training rooms and meeting rooms

  • Kitchen

  • Seating for 350

  • Outdoor courts for Netball and Volleyball

  • Cricket and Golf Nets

  • Garden

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We have a Sponsor a Child initiative for children here. Please follow the link to find out more.

Nompumelelo Educare Centre was originally built in 2004 and rebuilt in 2010. It is a purpose built two storey Educare facility for 250 children with -

  • Creche

  • Outdoor play area

  • Community rooms and craft space

  • Kitchen

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