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ESTATE NEWS

GET TO KNOW THE STAFF

Get to know: What’s your current position at Silver Where did you grow up?
Lakes? Can you give us a brief overview
I was born in Johannesburg and I grew up
Edward Bodibe of what it is you do in your work? in Tembisa.
Shuttle Driver, I transport domestic
workers and gardeners in the mornings Did you have any key mentors or people
and afternoons to and from the gate. I also who deeply influenced who you are,
collect post for the HOA. what you believe in and what you’re
committed to in your work and life?
Contact details: My brother. He taught me to respect other
073 7324 298 people and also to stay on the right track.
Describe yourself in three words. What are your future plans or something
Hard working, dedicated, family man. exciting that you would still like to do?
I would like to one day buy a truck and
Are you married? Any children? have a small transport business.
Yes, and I have six children; two boys and
four girls. If you could change one thing in the
world to make it better, what would it be?
What are your hobbies or interests? People should have more respect for each
I like Jazz music and also enjoy watching other. Law enforcement should be stricter
soccer. in our country.
What do you enjoy most about your job What is your motto in life?
at Silver Lakes? To put God first.
I enjoy my job a lot especially because I
can drive around in a safe environment.

CANSA BLANKET DONATION

Thank you Silver Lakes Golf and
Wildlife Estate for your generous
contribution of blankets to the
CANSA Children’s Lodge at Steve
Biko Hospital.

ore children are diagnosed with cancer than what
the general public is aware of. Some are born
Mwith cancer, therefore we have some small babies
receiving chemo before even starting their lives. The biggest
age group affected are between two and five years of age.
The number one diagnosis is ALL LEUKEMIA for children
of all races. The second most prevalent cancer in African
children in South Africa is retino blastoma (eye cancer), and
the second most prevalent diagnosis in Caucasian children
in South Africa is a variety of brain tumours. Treatment
is dependent on the diagnosis and can include surgery,
chemotherapy and radiation. The time frame for treatment
can vary between six months to two years. CANSA TLC offers
parental lodging free of charge, including laundry, sanitary
items, toiletries, meals, food parcels, terminal, emotional and
spiritual support. They offer workshops and invite people to
become involved any way they can. Please also join CANSA
TLC on Facebook. If you would like to get involved or make a
contribution, contact Munnik Marais on 083 268 8701.

www.cansa.org.za
From left to right: Vera van Dalen (CANSA National Project Coordinator), Lorraine
Mitwa (CANSA Children’s Lodge assistant) and Munnik Marais
(CANSA Corporate Relations Manager).
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