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GOGOS DO GOOD TOGETHER

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The gogos of Thusanang 50 Plus Women’s Club are motivated to correct the ills affecting society.      Photo by Phineas Khoza
The gogos of Thusanang 50 Plus Women’s Club are motivated to correct the ills affecting society. Photo by Phineas Khoza

IT’S NO use hiding from problems. We must deal with them.

This is why gogos from Daveyton, in Ekurhuleni, started Thusanang 50 Plus Women’s Club.

Tozi Simelane, spokeswoman for the club, said everyone needs support, no matter who they are.

“Everyone in Mzansi is focused on the challenges the youth are facing but what about us old people?”

Thusanang acts as a support group for local gogos. The gogos all meet up in the fourth week of every month at a different member’s home.

Tozi said: “It is much better to talk to a person who is going through what you are going through. They understand you better.

“Sometimes all you need is just a ear who will listen, not a finger to judge you.”

They also invite motivational speakers to come and speak during their meetings.

They each contribute R130 at the meetings. Of that money, R100 pays for food. Members must bring their own drinks. The rest of the money is saved.

The gogos are especially touched by needy kids. They spend some of their savings on uniforms for children of struggling families.

They also get heartsore about youths stuck on nyaope.

“Old people must not keep everything inside. This is not healthy. They need to speak to their peers, share problems and make time for themselves.

“New members are welcome if they are 50 years or older.”

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