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This Mandela Day, we’re celebrating the power of giving back 💚 Here at Woolies, 67 projects were nominated by our people to support initiatives they’re passionate about. The Woolworths Trust donated R402 000 towards making a real impact in our communities. The beneficiary NGOs are far reaching and diverse. From providing meals for under-resourced schools, to donating winter clothing for children who need it most, the funds will also go towards repairing infrastructure at schools and shelters, and ensuring the elderly are looked after. Plus, we’re supporting animal welfare in communities through sterilisation projects and lots more. As Madiba said, “What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” 🇿🇦 If you’d like to contribute to the good work The Woolworths Trust does, add them as a beneficiary on your MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet card and give back each time you shop.

Congratulations to Naidoo Memorial Primary school for winning the Making The Difference Woolies School water hero competition🏆 The Woolies Water Fund is proud to bring clean water to Naidoo Memorial Primary School in Umkomaas. This initiative will benefit over 1 190 learners and staff by providing a consistent water supply for drinking, sanitation, and hygiene. Through the Woolworths Making the Difference (MTD) educational programme, we've installed two water tanks (20 000L capacity), upgraded roof gutters for better rainwater flow, and added new handwashing stations and filtration systems. This not only enhances the school’s learning environment but will also help Naidoo Memorial Primary school save on water bills.

Another delicious Woolies innovation 👏

Meet one of our Youth Makers winners, Khaya Burwana. The ambitious leader behind Agrikey Farming, a mixed farm specialising in poultry and vegetables, based in Mfuleni, Cape Town. Originally from the Eastern Cape, Khaya’s passion for agriculture goes as far back as he can remember. Agrikey Farming has expanded its product range to organic vegetables with a vision to extend the business to Agri-processing, packaging and distribution to retailers across the country and continent. Outside of his commercial goals, Khaya focuses on educating the community, especially children, about agriculture to address existing food insecurity issues. Agrikey has working relationships with five schools, with strong aspirations to grow. The business teaches kids about food production while also providing schools with seedlings and training to equip them with the skills to develop their own backyard gardens.

We're thrilled to announce that we are extending our partnership with FoodForward SA, committing R3.45 million to support their important work in alleviating hunger across South Africa. Over the past six years, we've contributed over R6 million to their mission. Through this partnership, we'll ensure that all surplus food from our stores continue to be donated to vetted charities, homes and NGOs through FFSA’s virtual food banking programme. Together, we support 920 000 people with access to nutritious food. ️ We’re proud to stand with FoodForward SA in alleviating hunger, one meal at a time🍲

In light of the severe weather across our country right now, the Woolworths Trust has donated R100 000 to Gift of the Givers Foundation, our disaster relief partner, to support those who need it most. Join us in making a difference by adding any amount to your payment at the till. The last time we shared this plea, our customers helped us to contribute a total of R178 000 - an incredible feat - thank you 💚 All donations will go towards supporting the relief efforts.

Our marketing team have outdone themselves with their most recent work.   The latest TV ad is intended to bring to life how, at Woolies, the details make the difference. Every design. Every decision. Every little thing we do, matters.   Watch the vid to see what we mean.   A big round of applause to the marketing team, exceptionally well done 👏

We are proud to partner with FoodForward SA, the largest food distribution organisation in South Africa, providing nutritious meals to over 920,000 vulnerable people across the nation. Meet Dylan, an intern from FoodForward SA's supply chain internship programme for unemployed youth, where several interns are equipped with warehousing, stock management, and logistics skills. Through his determination to grow, Dylan has transformed from an intern to a truck driver for FoodForward SA. He earned his code 10 truck driver's licence, enabling him to operate their five-tonne and eight-tonne trucks. Dylan Simpson's story is an example of the empowerment and opportunities provided by FoodForward SA 💚 Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wKZPi

Hi Cape Town, Visit our VnA store over the next week to shop our Youth Makers' brands and products, plus meet the makers themselves on Saturday and Sunday. Find out more about how we're celebrating Youth Month and empowering young entrepreneurs: https://lnkd.in/dSi5Xka5

EXCITING NEWS🎉 We've won the 2024 Petco Award for the Best Design for Circularity entry for our innovative iced tea packaging range. In an industry breakthrough, we pioneered a first-in-South Africa recyclable polyolefin shrink sleeve that ensures both the bottle and sleeve can now be recycled, significantly reducing waste and contributing to the circular economy. Refer to our on-pack recycling label to learn how to recycle it responsibly. Sustainable packaging for the win 🏆