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THUBELIHLE OOMA, 3

Ounder and director: ahiba oundation Charity

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rganisatio­n n , as gender based violence reached ne , brutal heights in outh frica and en retrash outcry dominated conversati­ons, Thubelihle ooma decided to get involved in changing the circumstan­ces of the survivors.

-e founded ohannesbur­g based P ahiba Foundation Charity

rganisatio­n, hich focuses on uplifting and supporting vulnerable, abused omen and children through soup kitchens, and food and clothing drives.

ahiba Foundation supplies survivors ith essential food and household items, builds their skills and gives them the tools to stand on their o n. The aim is to give them their po er back.

ooma has been recognised for his ork by oung eaders of frica and the department of social developmen­t. Companies such as

P , lbany, and Tiger rands have regularly donated to his cause.

ahiba Foundation also hosts events that encourage net orking, contributi­ng to oomas vision of creating a large net ork of community leaders and building bridges of hope .

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