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Jeff’s PrudentialMyRide 2020
Fundraising6 Aug 2020

Jeff’s PrudentialMyRide 2020

Topsy UK has embraced this year’s Prudential Cycling challenge https://myridelondon.co.uk/. First out of the blocks is Topsy Trustee, Jeff Rodrigues, a stalwart of cycling challenges…

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JJ’s Topsy Fundraiser
Fundraising29 May 2020

JJ’s Topsy Fundraiser

Amidst the horror of Covid 19, there have been many acts of kindness and generosity. Topsy is fortunate to be the beneficiary of one such…

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COVID 19 TOPSY’s RESPONSE
Projects15 Apr 2020

COVID 19 TOPSY’s RESPONSE

Topsy SA´s evolving response to the Covid pandemic effects on programmes: prior to lock-down, releasing the bulk of the annual seed stock ensuring continued availability…

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HOW FAR DO YOUR £1sss GO?
Projects11 Apr 2018

HOW FAR DO YOUR £1sss GO?

£1 provides seeds for one month for one of 140 individual vegetable gardens in our food security programme.​£2.50 pays for 1 hour of the qualified…

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ECD MAKING GIANT STRIDES
Fundraising14 Mar 2018

ECD MAKING GIANT STRIDES

Rodney Waldeck, Chair of the Board of Directors (Topsy UK), on his most recent visit to Topsy SA in February 2018. Since 2014, when the…

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THE ECD PROJECT UPDATE
Projects31 Oct 2017

THE ECD PROJECT UPDATE

Topsy SA’s main focus area of care and protection is the OVC (orphaned and vulnerable children) Programme of which the ECD (Early Child Development) Project is…

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FROM THE ARCHIVE

Stories that show what Topsy makes possible

Older community stories from Topsyu2019s work in South Africa, kept here so their impact continues to be seen.

Martha: From bedridden to hopeful
Community20 Jun 2014

Martha: From bedridden to hopeful

From bedridden to hopeful after HIV diagnosis, counselling and ARV support at Topsy.Martha’s story shows how healthcare joined with compassion can restore dignity, independence and hope.

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Moses: Health, dignity and a way forward
Community12 Sep 2014

Moses: Health, dignity and a way forward

Regained health and income security with Topsy’s clinic, transport and vegetable garden support.Moses’s story shows the value of practical, joined-up support for health, food security and household resilience.

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Regina: Caring for two children
Community27 Mar 2015

Regina: Caring for two children

A 70-year-old grandmother caring for two orphans, supported with basics and dignity; a testament to resilience.Regina’s story reflects why responsive, community-based support matters when families are carrying extraordinary…

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Selinah: Recovery through ARV therapy
Community19 Feb 2016

Selinah: Recovery through ARV therapy

Selinah’s recovery through ARV therapy shows the difference that access to treatment, health support and encouragement can make.Over 90 days she made remarkable progress, rebuilding her strength and…

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Graduation Celebration
Community18 Nov 2016

Graduation Celebration

Topsy’s early childhood development work is about giving children the best possible start and supporting the adults who care for them every day.This graduation celebration recognised the successful…

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