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We run our feeding scheme project in Gauteng and the Western Cape.
Gauteng
We started a mobile soup kitchen in March 2008, which covered the Berea area in Johannesburg. In March 2009, the weekly feeding scheme grew to five feeding points in the greater Johannesburg area and in May this has increased to seven feeding points. People are fed either hot, thick soup or a lentil stew along with bread and rolls.
Due to the global economic crisis, food prices have increased exponentially. Our feeding points are strategically chosen so that food can be provided to children, the elderly (Tembisa), refugees, working people and those living on farms. We have seen that even when people are employed, they still cannot afford the higher food prices, and even they are queuing for a hot meal.
Western Cape
The feeding scheme started in Cape Town in July this year at a feeding point in Tafelsig, Mitchells Plain.
Feeding points
As at 12 August 2009, we feed an average of 8,000 people per week.
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Day
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Time
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Feeding Point
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No. of people fed
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Additional Information
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| Gauteng |
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Mon
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This is a floating day, where we cater to feed children. This is usually done at a school where we cater for an average of 1200 children.
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Tues
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11am
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Johannesburg Central Police Station
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-
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Tues
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1pm
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40 Buxton Street Doornfontein
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1200
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Sibusiso Ready Food Supplement is also being distributed.
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Wed
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10am
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Tembisa Police Station, Tembisa
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1350
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This is done in partnership with Tembisa Police Station.
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Wed
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2pm
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3rd Str, Alexandra
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1800
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This is done in partnership with the Spectron Group, who have availed their premises.
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Thurs
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2pm
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GOTG Farm, Orange Farm
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1200
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This is done in partnership with the Mahatammoho Agricultural Cooperative and the Department of Agriculture & Public Works.
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Thurs
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4pm
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Ebenezer Home, Orange Farm
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550
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Thurs
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6pm
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Nzenzeleni Home, Orange Farm
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420
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| Western Cape |
| Thurs |
3.30pm |
Tafelsig, Mitchells Plain |
350 |
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| Thurs |
10am |
Anglican Church, Bonteheuwel |
200 - 300 |
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(Last update: 26 August 2009)
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