In a heartwarming display of community support, the Ndakana Educational Support Initiative (NESI) visited Nonyameko Primary School on the 3rd of May, 2024, bringing essential supplies and hope to struggling learners.
NESI is a non-profit organization, that has been working tirelessly to support underprivileged students in the Ndakana area, where many families face significant challenges. The organization has been seeking sponsors to provide vital resources for these deserving learners.
In 2018, NESI launched its first initiative with Masimanyane High School, focusing on key areas such as matric results improvement, sports ambassadors, motivational speakers, fundraising, library books, top achievers’ medals, and an organization bursary fund.
Between the years 2018-2021, NESI provided motivational speakers for assembly talks and year-end events to motivate learners.
NESI expanded its support in 2023 to primary schools, starting with Masiphumle Primary School, providing uniforms, shoes, toiletries, and sanitary towels, as well as building a wall and guard room, painting the school, and installing doors and locks.
This year May 3, NESI visited Nonyameko Primary School to hand over uniforms, sanitary towels, stationery, and shoes, with the help of sponsors like Sis Pinky Tsako and the Eastern Cape Gambling Board.
Lindile Yiwani, National Coordinator for NESI, highlighted the organization’s successful partnerships with Mthengenya and Associates, employing 5 intern teachers, and Pick n Pay, providing study materials to 5 schools annually.
Mzwanele Nicholas Toli who is the Nonyameko Primary School Principal expresses gratitude, stating that the donations have boosted learners’ confidence and self-esteem “It has brought confidence to some learners, and one student in Grade 6, who previously wore torn shoes, is now mingling with his peers during break time. His self-esteem has been lifted, and he even received a tracksuit”. However NESI awarded top achievers, encouraging them to continue excelling, and learners express pride and gratitude for the support.
Counsellor Mooi Nqini praises NESI’s efforts, noting that they not only support schools but also the community, providing reading glasses to encourage reading with in the communities. He added on saying “I am delighted to acknowledge the commendable efforts of the Ndakana Educational Support Initiative (NESI), which has been instrumental in instilling hope and optimism among the underprivileged segments of our society. Since its inception, NESI has made significant strides in contributing to the development of schools and communities, fostering an environment conducive to growth and progress. The organization’s unwavering commitment to empowering learners and promoting education has yielded tangible results, and its initiatives have had a profound impact on the lives of numerous individuals. I am confident that NESI’s continued endeavors will further enhance the quality of life for those in need, and I extend my sincerest appreciation for their tireless efforts.”
The Ndakana Educational Support Initiative’s efforts have brought hope and support to the Nonyameko Primary School community, demonstrating the power of collaboration and generosity in making a positive impact on the lives of young learners.