BUFFELSHOEK TRUST

Water supply is an additional problem, especially in these rural communities where more than 60% of the households do not have access to potable water. Coupled with poor availability of water are additional problems which include poor sanitation. Our initial investment in the community focused on school infrastructure. There were insufficient classrooms and resources for learners. Many classes were taught under trees and in extreme weather, lessons were cancelled. In addition, with the area being impoverished, many learners were under-nourished. Constructed 3 crèches; Refurbished 6 primary and 2 secondary schools including constructing ablutions and administration blocks; Provided electricity for these schools; Built approximately 44 classrooms; Furnished 3 libraries; Instituted  

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agricultural projects adjacent to the schools; Provided sports fields at 5 schools; Assists in the feeding of approximately 3500 learners daily; Built 7 computer centres; Provided water to 2 villages; Spends significantly on training for teachers and learners annually; and Has completed construction of a 12 hour health care facility. The Trust is now focusing on providing quality education through the construction of a semi-private school directed at Maths, Science and Technical subjects. In addition, we are planning to develop a facility that caters for the provision of tertiary education as well as entrepreneurial support at the DevCentre. We have also committed to providing the area with a 24 hour health care facility. Providing our adopted schools with additional sports facilities and the resources to develop coaching is also a priority. We believe that investment into extracurricular activities is critical for youth development. The project is aimed at providing recreational facilities which promote teamwork and play, and a means to channel the activities of the youth towards more constructive recreation.