ABANDONED BABIES

Two words you never want to see together in a sentence.

In South Africa, it has reached crisis levels.

According to Law for All, 3 500 babies are deserted annually, with the Covid-19 pandemic exacerbating an already desperate situation.

While some survive and go on to be homed, many do not.

Want to help? Have a look at the work done by KwaZulu-Natal-based NPO The Peace Agency and their two main projects: the Durban North Baby Home, where abandoned and orphaned children are cared for, and BabyLine, a national call centre for mothers in distress. There are many options for getting involved. Even if you can’t adopt, you could foster, volunteer or donate, for instance. And if you know any moms at risk, refer them to BabyLine. The number is 082 0699 067. Visit babyhome.org.za and babyline.org.za.