Stories of Impact

Voices From Our Community

Behind every statistic is a person, a family, a story of courage. These are the real lives transformed by the work of Asbah SA — told in their own words.

Behind every statistic is a person, a family, a story of courage. Here are a few.

When my son Sipho was diagnosed at birth, we had no idea where to turn. Asbah SA answered our call within hours. They didn't just point us to resources — they came with us to the hospital, sat with us, and made sure Sipho got the specialist he needed.

Nomsa Dlamini, a South African woman with a warm smile, photographed outdoors

Nomsa Dlamini

Parent of beneficiary

Soweto, Gauteng

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Nomsa Dlamini, a South African woman with a warm smile, photographed outdoors

Nomsa Dlamini

Parent of beneficiary

Soweto, Gauteng

Sipho was born with hydrocephalus. In those first terrifying days, we felt completely alone. The hospital gave us a diagnosis but no roadmap. A nurse mentioned Asbah SA and we called that same evening...

Lethabo Mokoena, a young South African man in professional attire, smiling confidently

Lethabo Mokoena

Beneficiary & Volunteer

Bloemfontein, Free State

I was born with spina bifida and grew up being told what I couldn't do. When I finished matric, I wanted to study social work but couldn't afford university and didn't have a suitable wheelchair. Asba...

Dr. Priya Naidoo, a South African woman in medical scrubs with a stethoscope, smiling professionally

Dr. Priya Naidoo

Paediatric Nurse, Red Cross Hospital

Cape Town, Western Cape

In 15 years of paediatric nursing, I have worked with many NGOs. Asbah SA stands apart. When I refer a family, I know they will be contacted within 24 hours. I know a real person will follow up, not j...

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