With a drought gripping most parts of the country, many people and animals are going without the basic necessity of water.<\/p>\n
With this in mind, Caxton Local Newspapers is appealing to the community to join hands with the group in hydrating schools.<\/p>
The project kicked off in March.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is scientifically proven that the brain is 85 per cent water and that it does not work at its optimal best if it is dehydrated,\u201d said Christopher Mcinga, one of the branch managers at Caxton Local Newspapers East and South division.<\/p>
\u201cWe want to assist communities, especially children, by installing Jojo tanks at schools in areas which have been severely affected by the water shortage crisis.\u201d<\/p>\n
According to Operation Hydrate, one of the affected areas is Modimolle and its surrounding areas in the Limpopo province.<\/p>\n
Dikubu Primary School, in Mookdophong, is one of the schools affected by the water shortage.<\/p>\n
The school has 1 447 pupils all relying on one borehole and one tank for water.<\/p>\n
Another school much like Dikubu Primary is Dagbreek Primary School, in Modimolle.<\/p>\n
According to the headmaster of the school, they would be grateful to receive any assistance as they have only one Jojo tank installed at the school and they could do with more.<\/p>\n
\u201cTo take part in this initiative you can join hands with groups in your community to raise funds and purchase a Jojo tank as a collective in the community.<\/p>\n
\u201cBusinesses are also encouraged to participate in this initiative,\u201d said Mcinga.<\/p>\n
Jojo tanks can be delivered to the Caxton Local Newspapers East Rand branch, situated at 19 Sydney Road, Boksburg.<\/p>\n
When making your delivery ask for Mcinga. He can also be contacted on 011 916-5402 for more information.<\/p>\n
A photo will be taken and published in your local newspaper to show your support of the initiative.<\/p>\n
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