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Gerald Nomlala sold his cars, properties to buy school pupils shoes

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In episode five, Saskia attempts to figuratively walk for about 30 minutes in Gerald Nomlala's shoes, hearing how the founder and CEO of the Kasi Angels Foundation sacrificed almost everything to assist underprivileged South African children with school shoes. And Nomlala refuses to compromise by donating cheap plastic shoes. The philanthropist and activist estimates that about 7 million pupils go to school without shoes every day, and Nomlala is challenging the government and you to get involved and pledge. To date, Nomlala's handed out 100 000 pairs of shoes, but his goal is at least one million... and he's even sold his properties and cars to realise this epic dream. This episode was proudly brought to you by Old Mutual Wealth – helping clients grow, protect, and preserve what matters most with investment strategies designed to support your legacy. Comment below. The full edition drops every Friday at 07:00 on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube. The show is produced by An Wentzel and quality-checked by News24's editors.
9 Apr English South Africa News · Society & Culture

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