Zululand Observer - Monday

Volunteers continue with impactful clean-up campaign

- Wellington Makwakwa

DESPITE many hurdles, including a lack of financial support and volunteers, the Adopt-a-Spot campaign continues to gain momentum, cleaning up the city one spot at a time.

Volunteers dedicated April to Ngwelezana, particular­ly the main entrance and the business hub, Ezitolo.

Last week, with the help of friends and other volunteers, the team managed to clean up more public spaces, including the area surroundin­g the Ngwelezana clinic.

This involved cleaning up rubble, clearing storm water drains and pathways, as well as cutting overgrown verges.

'The project is ongoing because there is still so much work to do,' said project founder, Mpendulo Mbulawa.

'Our aim is to also start painting buildings in the area. We hope for sponsorshi­p to buy paint, brushes and other equipment.

'We have secured a sponsorshi­p from Much Asphalt to provide us with tar to beautify a space for parking and other open areas. We also want to make sure there are ramps for wheelchair access, and the tarring will help us achieve that.'

For more informatio­n on how to become involved in the ongoing clean-up campaign, contact Mpendulo Mbulawa on 073 0066585.

 ??  ?? The Adopt-a-Spot team hard at work
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The Adopt-a-Spot team hard at work Download the free app and scan this photo.
 ??  ?? Community passages and walkways were targeted for cleaning up
Community passages and walkways were targeted for cleaning up

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