Law student uses NSFAS book money to feed 60 children in Limpopo
A 25-year-old law student from Limpopo used her R5,800 NSFAS book allowance to start a centre that gives food and support to about 60 children in need.
A 25-year-old law student from Limpopo, Thuto Selomo, has turned her NSFAS allowance meant for books into a way to feed 60 children in need. Selomo founded the Thuto Selomo Organisation, a drop-in centre for children from impoverished families. Growing up in poverty herself, Selomo understands the struggles these children face and is driven by her desire to help others.
The centre, registered with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) and the Department of Social Development, provides a daily meal to 60 children aged one to 17 from Monday to Friday. Selomo, who runs the centre with her mother and a third person, started the initiative using her NSFAS book allowance of R5,800.
Despite challenges, the community has embraced the centre, and Selomo's personal experiences continue to motivate her to expand her efforts to provide more than just meals, like offering shelter for the children.
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