{"id":5141,"date":"2026-01-05T14:05:10","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T14:05:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/africa\/5141\/"},"modified":"2026-01-05T14:05:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T14:05:10","slug":"corner-pub-serves-eighth-helping-of-hope-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/africa\/5141\/","title":{"rendered":"Corner Pub serves eighth helping of hope – News"},"content":{"rendered":"

Corner Pub and Grill on Saturday hosted orphans from the Children Life Change Centre at Okuryangava for its eighth annual family day.<\/p>\n

The children enjoyed a day of fun, including swimming, followed by a shared meal and ice cream. The event gave the children a chance to relax, play and enjoy festivities.<\/p>\n

Corner Pub and Grill owner Martin Shimali says the initiative was started to give children a sense of belonging and care.<\/p>\n

\u201cMany children lack a strong support system. We wanted to create a safe space where they feel valued and cared for,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

Shimali says the programme has continued over the years because of its positive impact on the children.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe see happier moods, growing confidence and stronger trust. That is what keeps us going,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

Although the event did not take place on International Family Day, Shimali says family values are not limited to certain dates.<\/p>\n

He says a change of environment helps the children relax and feel normal.<\/p>\n

Children Life Change Centre founder Elizabeth Nomvula has thanked Corner Pub and Grill for its continued support.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese outings help the children feel supported beyond the orphanage. This year, we had about 30 children,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Nomvula says what stood out this year were the moments in which the children felt special and part of a caring community.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese moments help the children build happy memories and develop social skills. They feel supported and included,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Corner Pub and Grill plans to continue the initiative and hopes more businesses and individuals will support vulnerable children in the community.<\/p>\n

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