Recently, members of the Khoi San E Foundation gathered alongside the Young Goodhopes Ladies’ Rugby Team, local scholars, community volunteers, and supporters for a cleanup initiative along the Dwars River near Die Landjie.

The morning focused on clearing litter from the riverbanks and spending time together doing something positive for the environment and the wider community. Together, volunteers removed a total of 35 bags (approximately 70kg) of refuse from the river area between the Low Water Bridge at Die Landjie and the train bridge.

A special word of thanks goes to Mr David Nasson of Witzenberg Municipality for his department’s meaningful partnership and hands-on support throughout the initiative. The municipality provided gloves, refuse bags, rakes, and assistance with the removal of collected waste after the cleanup. Their participation reflected the importance of collaboration, shared responsibility, and active environmental stewardship within the Witzenberg region.

The involvement of approximately 30 scholar volunteers from surrounding schools highlighted the importance of encouraging environmental awareness and practical community participation among younger generations. Initiatives like these help young people understand the value of protecting natural resources and public spaces while demonstrating how small actions can create meaningful local impact.

Following the cleanup, volunteers shared a pot of warm vegetable soup together before donating the remaining soup to guests at the Ceres Haven Night Shelter — turning a cold winter morning into one of shared kindness and community support.

What began as a simple river cleanup became a reminder that environmental care and human compassion often go hand in hand.

Rivers are more than waterways — they are lifelines for communities, ecosystems, agriculture, and wildlife. Pollution not only damages the natural environment, but also affects human health, biodiversity, and long-term sustainability.

The Khoi San E Foundation would also like to thank all sponsors, supporters, volunteers, and community members who contributed towards the success of the day through donations, supplies, refreshments, equipment, encouragement, and participation.

This cleanup forms part of KSEF’s broader mission to encourage environmental responsibility, sustainability education, and active community participation throughout the region. Following the positive impact of the Berg River cleanup in 2024, KSEF hopes to continue expanding these initiatives into more communities in the future. Together, small actions become meaningful change.

“When communities work together, rivers can recover, landscapes can heal, and future generations can inherit something better.”

For more information, partnership opportunities, or to support future environmental initiatives, please contact:

Khoi San E Foundation
foundation@khoisanefoundation.com
www.khoisanefoundation.com