29/07/2026
PRESS RELEASE
HANDOVER OF 2 ABLUTION BLOCKS TO WEST PARK SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL
Speaking at the handover of 2 x ablution blocks for male and female, Vivian Reddy, Founder and Chairman of Sibaya Community Trust said it was truly a privilege and an honour to be here today to officially hand over the new ablution facilities to West Park Special Needs School.
Today is about dignity and recognizing that every child, regardless of their physical, intellectual or developmental challenges, deserves access to facilities that are safe, accessible, comfortable and respectful of their needs, he added.
When Sibaya Community Trust learned of the challenges faced by the learners of this school, we understood that this was not simply an infrastructure project.
It was a humanitarian project, said Reddy.
We understood that for many of these children, something as basic as using a restroom could be difficult, uncomfortable and, at times, undignified.
No child should have to face that.
That is why the Trust was proud to sponsor the construction of two new ablution blocks, one for boys and one for girls.
If today's handover can make even a small difference in the daily lives of these remarkable young people, then we have achieved something meaningful, he added.
As I look around today, I see extraordinary courage said Reddy.
I see educators who dedicate their lives to nurturing children with special needs.
I see parents and caregivers who face challenges that many of us cannot fully comprehend.
And most importantly, I see learners who inspire us through their determination, resilience and ability to overcome obstacles every single day.
You remind us that disability does not define a person. Potential does.
Character does. Hope and love certainly does.
Sibaya Community Trust was established with a simple mission:
to uplift lives and create opportunities where they are needed most.
To date, the Trust has invested more than R280 million into projects that have touched the lives of countless people. Over 200 NPOS had benefited from our intervention.
We have built infrastructure, funded education, supported healthcare facilities, provided life-saving medical interventions, supplied food to vulnerable communities, assisted non-profit organizations, and responded to crises whenever and wherever help was needed.
Yet despite the scale of the work we have undertaken, we never lose sight of a simple truth:
Every project is ultimately about people.
Behind every intervention is a human being whose life can be changed.
That is why projects such as this one are so important.
The value of these facilities cannot be measured solely in financial terms.
Their true value lies in the confidence, comfort, independence and dignity they will give a child.
He expressed his sincere appreciation to the principal, staff, governing body and all stakeholders of West Park Special Needs School for the incredible work they do.
A special thanks to Jeshan Naidoo, the SGB Chairperson, for his passion and for bringing this project to Sibaya Community Trust.
To the learners:
Today belongs to you. These facilities were built with you in mind.
Never allow anyone to define your limits. Believe in yourselves.
Work hard and know that there are many people who believe in your future.
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As we officially hand over these facilities today, let us remember that the measure of any society is found in how it treats its most vulnerable members.
May these facilities serve this school and its learners for many years to come, and may they stand as a lasting symbol of compassion, inclusion and dignity.
Thank you to everyone who played a role in making this project possible.
A special thanks to Construction For Africa and Richard Govender our architect for the great work and completing our projects timeously.
The Principal,
Gopal Premchund, Jeshan Naidoo, Chairperson of the SGB and Ms Msomi from the Department of Education all mentioned how impactful this partnership with Sibaya Community Trust is and its role in providing dignity to the Children living with various forms of disabilities
Jeshan Naidoo referred to Reddy as the father of the nation for the volumes of lives he has changed by his kind generosity in social upliftment.
