s by Ncaba Ntshakala
Principal Secretary in the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office, Siboniso Nkambule, has emphasized the vital role families play in nurturing and supporting children as they grow.
Speaking at Somhlolo II National Park during the Foster a Child Campaign, Nkambule highlighted the importance of foster care and the collective responsibility of communities in providing safe and loving homes for vulnerable children.
The event was held in partnership with SOS Children’s Villages, and Nkambule was represented by Social Welfare Director in the DPM’s Office, Mcusi Shongwe.
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The event was hosted to raise awareness about foster care and encourage more families to open their homes to children in need.
Nkambule praised the efforts of SOS Children’s Villages, which is working with community-based organizations such as EWADE and various government ministries to empower families and communities towards self-reliance.
“The emphasis on self-reliance aligns with the government’s objective to empower communities to become self-sufficient rather than dependent on handouts,” he remarked.
He also lauded the introduction of a livestock project supported by the Rotary Club of Malkerns and Rolf Dolve, which aims to generate income and sustain the programs of SOS Children’s Villages.
The livestock project, initiated in 2017 in the Kangcamphalala area, is expected to benefit 320 families and over 1,500 children and young people in the community.
Nkambule expressed confidence that the project would empower the community economically while ensuring sustainable livelihoods for the families involved.
The PS also extended his gratitude to the Ministry of Agriculture for providing technical assistance and to the local leadership for their role in making the project a reality.
“It is against this background that SOS Children’s Villages has introduced a livestock project which will support the sustainability of the programmes in the organisation,” he said.
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“The livestock project has been made possible by the Rotary Club of Malkerns in partnership with Rolf Dolve, who generously gives out of his heart.
As government, we appreciate and honour with sincerity the Malkerns Rotary Club and Rolf Dolve for the generous support in ensuring the success of this project.”
Nkambule concluded by urging continued support for SOS Children’s Villages and its efforts to protect and provide for children in Eswatini.
He expressed hope that the livestock project would bring lasting prosperity and joy to the community, while fostering self-reliance and resilience.
