On October 26, 2024, the Ndlovu Care Group celebrated its 30th anniversary at Emperors Palace, Johannesburg. Back in September on its foundation day, Ndlovu Care Group took the opportunity to celebrate with the local community in Elandsdoorn. This event recognized the commitment and successes on the ground, where the heart of our joint work lies. The subsequent celebration in Johannesburg in October once again provided a platform to present the achievements of the last 30 years to sponsors, partners and supporters in a festive setting. This was also the occasion for a fitting tribute to the extraordinary work of Dr. Hugo and Liesje Tempelman, the founders of the organization. Since 1994, the couple have dedicated themselves to improving living conditions in the rural township of Elandsdoorn, where they have set standards with their visionary work in the health sector, social development and education.
One highlight of the evening was an emotional short film produced by the Hugo Tempelman Foundation in collaboration with Blueplanet. The film shows the work and commitment of the Tempelmans and was very well received by Hugo and Liesje as well as the guests. As the Hugo Tempelman Foundation, which has been closely associated with the Ndlovu Care Group for over 15 years, we are proud of the joint journey and the lasting impact of the programs implemented.
Special thanks also go to the members of the Supervisory and Management Boards of the Hugo Tempelman Foundation, without whose tireless commitment and reliability such a success story would not have been possible. We would like to thank Hans-Eike von Oppeln-Bronikowski, John Kriwet, Rainer Poelmann, Jochen Frieser, Clemens Frowein, Manfred Teubner, Stefanie Lemke, Viktor Worms and Rainer Eichhorn. Vivi Eickelberg, Helge Sasse and Roland Förster were on site as representatives of our foundation.
Your sustained commitment has shown what is possible when people come together to create hope and effect positive change. With artistic performances such as those by the famous Ndlovu Youth Choir and an exceptional young poet from the community, this was a celebration of partnership, vision and solidarity. A huge thank you to all supporters – let’s work together towards the next 30 years!
The members of the Hugo Tempelman Foundation: Roland Förster, Vivi Eickelberg. Helge Sasse (from left to right)
