CAPE TOWN, 25 August, 2016. “I have the knowledge and experience now. I can do it!” the message echoed by Vuyiswa, at the conclusion of Habitat’s DIY Workshop in Orange Farm, Gauteng on Nelson Mandela International Day. The workshop provided homeowners like Vuyiswa, with the knowledge and skills they need to make the changes and improvements they want to see in their homes and their community.

Thirty years ago, the United Nations declared the first Monday in October as World Habitat Day to highlight and draw attention to the fact that:

• 1 in 5 people in the world do not have access to decent shelter
• And in South Africa 11% of all households live in shacks or backyard dwellings

In commemoration of World Habitat Day, 3 October 2016, Habitat for Humanity is calling on all South Africans to mobilize teams to join them in their World Habitat Day Events and help the communities of Orange Farm, (Gauteng) and in Mfuleni (Western Cape) with the building of new homes and critical DIY repairs to the homes of child-headed households, the elderly and the disabled.

“Everyone deserves the opportunity to create a better future for themselves and their families. When passionate active citizens are mobilised, this can be realised. Your participation in our World Habitat Day Team Event ensures that communities like Orange Farm and Mfuleni are closer to achieving a better future through decent shelter. Support Habitat and be an advocate in action” explains Adrienne Burke, Habitat’s Marketing Manager. 

To book your team or to find out more information contact:  Habitat on (021) 657 5640 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..