Africa-Press – Eswatini. A 41 year old widow from Nsingizini, under the leadership of Chief Susa Dlamini, is appealing for assistance to secure a borehole or small dam to sustain her farming efforts and provide for the children in her care.
Antonette Candy Vanvuuren, a mother of five, is also caring for other vulnerable children in her homestead. She relies on cultivating vegetables to feed the children and cover their school fees, including four who are currently in high school.
Water for irrigation is collected from a river approximately 10 kilometres away, a challenge that makes it difficult to maintain consistent crop production. “We try to make a living by farming vegetables so that the children can eat and go to school. But the water we use for irrigation is from a river far away. I kindly appeal to anyone who can help us drill a borehole or build a dam,” she said.
She also mentioned that insufficient manure is another challenge for their farming, but after selling their produce, they are able to purchase the necessary supplies to maintain the crops.
Vanvuuren added that the children often help her fetch water, but with them in school for most of the day, it is difficult for her to manage the heavy workload alone. She also shared directions to her homestead for those who wish to visit. From Sihlutse Clinic, one should take the gravel road on the left with the “PJM” signboard. From Lavumisa, after passing Mziki’s titles, turn right onto the gravel road.
Vanvuuren cares for several children and relies on vegetable farming to support them. She faces challenges because the nearest water source is about 10 kilometres away. Although the children help fetch water when possible, it’s difficult for her to manage alone, especially with school commitments.
She is appealing for assistance to secure a borehole or dam to ensure a reliable water supply and improve the children’s wellbeing. Those willing to assist can contact her on +268 7688 7303 / 7935 0829 / 7840 2387.
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