Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) has donated 820 pairs of school shoes and socks to two primary schools in Gauteng and the Eastern Cape as part of its ongoing commitment to making education more accessible and equitable for learners from disadvantaged communities.
Mikateka Primary School in Ivory Park, Midrand, received 500 pairs of shoes and socks, while a further 320 pairs were donated to learners at Kayser Ngxwana Primary School in KwaZakhele, Gqeberha.
“The reality is that many children in our communities are in urgent need of school shoes. As part of our commitment to addressing this challenge, we have extended our support to schools within the communities where we operate,” said Celestin Ndhlovu, Executive Vice President of Corporate Services at IMSAf. “Through this initiative, we aim to restore learners’ dignity, boost their confidence, and support their journey toward educational success.”
The donated footwear was manufactured by My Walk, a non-profit public benefit organisation that produces durable shoes using recycled medical waste. This approach not only reduces healthcare waste and its environmental impact but also supports education, job creation, and enterprise development.
Mandla Sibanyoni, Principal of Mikateka Primary School, welcomed the donation. “This generous contribution will transform the daily experience of many of our learners. When a child feels confident in their appearance, they are better able to focus on their studies and fully engage in school life.”
Vathiswa Diamond, Principal of Kayser Ngxwana Primary School, added: “For some of our learners, this will be the first brand-new pair of school shoes they have ever owned. It sends a powerful message that they matter—and that their education matters.”
The initiative forms part of IMSAf’s broader efforts to invest in education and support the holistic development of young people in underserved communities.
