Our Stories
Marilyn
My name is Marilyn. My mother left when I was very young, and I spent many years moving from pillar to post with no stable place…
Michelle
My name is Michelle. Shortly after I was born, I was left at Kids Haven. I met my new mom and was adopted after I turned one year old..
Joseph
My name is Joseph. My mom left when I was very young and I was sent to stay with my father’s relatives. There was no routine or discipline…
Cosmo
My name is Cosmo. I am originally from the Congo but was moved to South Africa at a young age. I was not equipped for the life…
Confidence
My name is Confidence. My father was absent and unsupportive of my mother and me. Our lives were very hard and I ended up becoming…
Tsietsi
My name is Tsietsi and I am very proud to call myself a graduate of Kids Haven. Due to a lack of family support I was sent to stay…
Aaron
My name is Aaron. I originally fled to South Africa from Zimbabwe and was staying at a local Johannesburg Methodist Church…
John
My name is John. My family life was very unstable and so I spent most of my early teenage years on the streets, avoiding going home…
Daluxolo
I am alive. I am working. I am earning. I am driving. I don’t think any of this would be possible if I had not connected with Kids Haven…
Pheladi
Good day, everyone. My name is Pheladi, and I am one of many young women who set out into the world searching for help, love…
Nobuhle
Hi, I’m Nobuhle, a 19-year-old from Wattville in the East Rand of Johannesburg. My journey hasn’t been easy, but every set back…
Siphiwe
The Pathway Programme provided me with a safe and supportive space where I could learn, make mistakes, and grow. Surrounded by people…
Tiisetso
The Pathway Programme helped me turn big dreams into achievable milestones. It opened doors to opportunities I didn’t know were…
Queen
My name is Queen Mongani, and I’m 22 years old from the Free State. Life changed drastically when I lost both my parents…
Nogwu
My name is Nogwu Klimbalagwase, and I grew up in Whiteville, although I also lived in Leachville and Foslowers at different times…
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