I found family, hope and confidence at Abraham Kriel Bambanani
When I first arrived at Abraham Kriel Bambanani (AKB), I was nervous and unsure if I would belong. My family had been struggling, and life felt heavy and uncertain. But from the moment I walked through the Langlaagte Campus gates, everything started to change. The social workers, caregivers and other beneficiaries welcomed me with kindness […]
Kenzi’s journey to finding home
*Kenzi’s childhood was filled with love and laughter, thanks to her devoted mother. They were a team, facing life’s challenges together. But when Kenzi’s mother fell ill, their world began to crumble. Despite the pain and struggles, Kenzi’s mother remained her rock, reassuring her that everything would be okay. But it wasn’t okay. Kenzi’s mother […]
Belonging shines through on recognition day
Thanks to your generosity, something truly beautiful unfolded at Abraham Kriel Bambanani’s recent Recognition Day and preschool graduation. Our children didn’t just receive certificates, they stood tall, they smiled with pride, and they felt that they belonged. Belonging is not created in a single moment. It grows quietly each day through the safety, love, and […]
From abandonment to hope
Not every child who has experienced trauma “acts out.” Some, like Sisi*, hide their pain behind good behaviour and quiet smiles. When Sisi arrived at Abraham Kriel Bambanani’s Langlaagte campus in 2016, her silence spoke volumes. Abandoned by her mother as a baby and later losing her father, she carried deep feelings of rejection and […]
“I don’t wet my bed anymore”: Cynthia’s journey to confidence and comfort
At just seven years old, Cynthia* carried a quiet burden – one that many children face but few talk about. Bed-wetting had become a source of shame, a nightly worry tucked beneath her pillow. A small pill was her only hope for dry mornings, but what Cynthia truly needed wasn’t medication – it was a […]
Restoring Confidence: Thembi’s Journey Back to Her Smile
Restoring confidence: Thembi’s journey back to her smile Thembi* is a bright 16-year-old girl with a warm personality and a heart full of potential. Like many teenagers, she enjoys school, laughs easily, and brings light to those around her. She came into our care after escaping a home marked by domestic violence and abuse at […]
Healing through art
Expression is an important part of communication…especially when you are traumatised and are afraid to speak, play or be yourself. Art, drama, speech and dance are some of the ways the children in our care express themselves – this forms part of their therapy and it helps them on their journey of healing. The Langlaagte […]
Congratulations to…
*Lina who graduated cum laude with a Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting from the Vaal University of Technology, is now enrolled in an Advanced Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting, continuing her journey of academic excellence. “I joined the Abraham Kriel Bambanani (AKB) family when I was still very young, and I am truly […]
Kokie goes to Russia
At Abraham Kriel Bambanani (AKB), we are privileged to witness the quiet resilience of children who overcome unimaginable odds – and sometimes, their stories take them across the world. Kokie joined the Westbury Community Care Programme in 2016, alongside his younger brother. After the loss of their mother and the declining health of their father […]
Volunteering for Impact – Empowering Young Lives through Sport
At Abraham Kriel Bambanani we focus on the holistic care and development of each beneficiary in our care. That is one of the reasons why we are so excited and grateful for the involvement of three remarkable volunteers: Arlin, Thabo and Deen. These dedicated sportsmen help us with some of the developmental aspects of the […]