By: Keaoleboga Motshabi

A donation drive turned community outreach effort by the Lost City Residence at the North-West University (NWU) Mahikeng Campus has left a mark on Golfview’s Legae Child Care Centre.

The initiative, led by Community and Stakeholder Engagement officer Malaika Machimana and inspired by house parent Prof Sonia Swanepoel, focused on connecting the residence to the surrounding community through action.

The Legae Child Care Centre, a drop-in centre for children in need, became the focus of the outreach efforts of the residence. The team collected and donated essential items throughout the first semester, with the drive culminating in a visit to the centre.

“We engaged with the children, built a good relationship with the centre, and created memories that will last a lifetime,” said Omphile Maleka, house committee primaria of Lost City 1 Residence.

The outreach team, which included the HC, the residence media team and two volunteers, joined the children in activities, shared meals and cleaned the centre’s facilities.

“Engaging with the children through various activities and seeing the power of a meal is something that can bring one to tears,” Omphile added.

The residence plans to continue its community-focused projects. Future efforts include adopting a school and establishing food gardens to tackle hunger in the area.

 Lost City Residence spreads love and care in the community.