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Afrikaans is very
Congratulations, much
BIA– alive!
graduates!

Afrikaans is a lekker language and part of our heritage in South

Africa. The majority of our Born in Africa learners are schooled in
Afrikaans.
This year we focused on improving their mother tongue in various
ways—one of which was to hold a Spelling Bee or dictation competition
for our Gr 2-10 learners. A total of 110 Born in Africa learners gathered
for this fun filled event. First, second and third places were selected and
we are incredibly proud of each child who participated.
In lieu of promoting Afrikaans we have also purchased 40 dictionaries
We are looking for for children to use to complete their homework, projects and even
new godparents to research complicated words or double check their spelling. This
support more improves their vocabulary in a big way. The Afrikaans library we also
children have for our learners allows them to select books to read and really
works wonders in support of their mother tongue. We are also so proud
More information of our learners at Wittedrift High who proudly participated in the
to become
“Afrikaans Redenaars Competition”.
a godparent:
www.borninafrica.org Each year Born in Africa learners are encouraged to enter the Anton
Van Wilderode Poem competition which is hosted in Belgium. Learners
can enter poetry in Dutch or Afrikaans and for years now, our children
have been selected as winners and runners up. We continue to boost
our learners to exceed at Afrikaans, which is very much alive in South
Africa our Rainbow nation where we boast 11 official languages.

Our mission is to develop well rounded, independent and successful young adults who act as role
models in their communities by providing educational and social support to school going children
and young adults from disadvantaged areas in Bitou, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa.
 Tertiary Students 2022
Education is incredibly important as it not only enables individuals to earn and live well but also aids the
economy by increasing the country’s value of human capital, natural capital and skilled workforce,
allowing countries to compete and succeed economically and combat poverty in the long run. While
mentioning all this, we constantly think of all the socio economic issues Born in Africa deals with while
working with our young people.

We strive to give them the opportunity to complete their Ellen Kleinsmidt, 1st year, Bed in Found. phase teaching
High School and attend prestigious universities or ter- Exonia Willemse, 1st year, Bachelor in Performing Arts
tiary colleges. This is where the magic happens because Hlumisa Madolo, 1st year, BA degree in Social Sciences
our students really value the opportunity we have given Jo-Ann Mapondo, Higher Certificate in Educare
them, they certainly don’t squander it or take it for grant- Jaylee Martins, 1st year, B Com degree
ed. Their bursary covers their tuition fees in full, their Kelsey Kriga, 4th year, BEd in Foundation Phase Teaching
accommodation, all their study books, transport to and Lorna Simoki, 3rd year BA degree, Majoring in Psychology
from university and other items they might need. Born in Marcell Patterson, 2nd year, Bachelor IT science-
Africa currently boasts 35 tertiary students who are stud- Software Development
ying at institutions in the Western and Eastern Cape. Matuschka Oliphant, 1st year, Bed in Found. phase teaching
Please see below a list of our tertiary students and their re- Micail Booysen, 2nd year BA degree Majoring in Psychology
lated studies. We hope their godparents and sponsors will Michaela Whaites, 3rd year B Com Business Management
spot their child as without your very valuable input, assis- Nuraan Couborough, 1st year, Bachelor in business
tance and sponsorship this list would not exist. We are there- accounting (Chartered accountant entry)
fore incredibly grateful. Ragne Cloete, 4th year, Bed in Foundation Phase teaching
Regino van Rooyen, 1st year, Post graduate diploma in
Abigail Gouws, 4th year, Bachelor of Science in Medicine Education
Anastacia Olivier, 1st year, Bed Intermediate Phase Teach- Rholene Jansen, 3rd year, Bachelor of Arts- Fashion Design
ing Sandy Stuurman, 5th year, Bachelor Labour Law degree
Anesipho Songongo, 4th year, Bachelor of science- Siyolise Modi,1st year, BA degree in Social Sciences
Chemistry Tarric Davids, Advanced Diploma Accounting
Avuye Mkalipi, 2nd year, Bachelor of Business science spe- Tasmeen Janklaas, 1st year, BEd in Found. Phase teaching
cialising in Economics Terence Van Wyk, 3rd year, Bachelor of Speech/Language
Bronico Preissex, Master’s degree in Business and Hearing Therapy
Administration Usiphile Matikiti, 3rd year, B Pharmacy
Charlotte Le Fleur, 2nd year, BCur Nursing Veronic Davids, 2nd year, B Com degree in Commerce
Courtney Daman, 2nd year, BA degree Vio-nett Van Rensburg, 2nd year, Bed Intermediate Phase
Delight Ngwenya, 1st year, BA degree – humanities. Teaching
Delon Van Wyk, 4th year, Bachelor of Education- Yasmine Kriga, 2nd year, LLB Law degree
Intermediate Phase Biology and maths Yulynne Alexander, 1st year, National diploma in Nature and
Dezire Julie, 1st year, BA Degree majoring in Psychology Game ranch management
 Wittedrift High Students 2022
Born in Africa rewards excellence with excellence and what better school to send our learners to, who
obtain above 70% consistently, than Wittedrift High? The small school with the biggest heart boasts just
over 450 learners from Gr 8 to Gr 12. We currently sponsor 34 students who attend the High School and
boarding school. The learners attend the boarding school from Monday to Friday and on weekends they
go home to their families.

At boarding school they get to enjoy three healthy home Born in Africa has many students
cooked meals a day. Three hours of supervised study who play sport. Demeka Julie and
time which is really beneficial as children get to consult Estee Quinch both play first team
teachers when they need assistance with homework or netball while Qurran Schoeman
projects. Born in Africa also equipped the study hall plays first team rugby.
with computers and internet where students can We have established a chess
conduct the necessary research for school projects. team at the hostel and our Born in
Children who attend the boarding school also get the Africa learners Dermaine Kriga and Yazied Everson in Gr 8
opportunity to play sport after school as they don’t have and Bongani Mdlazi in Gr 12, are keen players. Younger
any transport issues. In terms of transport, we provide learners are also participating in netball, rugby and hockey.
them with safe passage to school on a Monday morning During the athletics months at the beginning of the year we
and then back home to their families on a Friday after- had many learners competing in long jump, javelin and ath-
noon. letics. Well done!
Our children who attend Wittedrift High continue to strive for Born in Africa students Cally
excellence in various fields of development. This is where Kleinsmidt, Avery Le Fleur and
we love to boast about our Grade 12 learners who are now Kihara Philander were selected
in their final year of High School. At Born in Africa we have for the National Championships
no less than three school prefects: Sixolile Mbopa, Rouvay for surfing.
Pouwie and Quinique Barnardo and three hostel prefects. Amazing! Karen
Jonica Booysen, Rouvay Powie, Bongani Karen
Mdlazi are brilliant role models for them Karen
keeping all boarders safe.
Quinique came second in the Afrikaans We would also like to congratulate Anelisa
Public Speaking competition, Sixolile Mbopa who participated in the Miss Teen
third and Shanice Olivier second in the South Africa competition.
English section of the competition.

More Learners Excelling...

To be selected for your province is a big honour, not only for
yourself but also for your whole community and school.
A few of our learners were selected by the Eden Provinical
team to play netball or rugby this coming July in the holi-
days:
For netball Dovyone Jansen (U19), Esona Matshikiza
(U14), Cheiniel Seedat (U12), Natasha Williams (U16) and
for rugby Alvinio Mintoor (U13). Well done Springboks!
 Activities
Our World Gadget Factory
Born in Africa learners at The Crags Primary were part of the World Gadget Factory for eight weeks, where they
built their own creations out of recyclables and learning to implement electrical components. Have a look….

Educational Coordinator Veronique and volunteer Liselot taught

this excited bunch the basics about electrical circuits, using fun
educational tool boxes. Discussing why it is so important to recycle
and upcycle, with the kids bringing recyclables from their homes to
build something new. They were free to choose what to build, as
long as they integrated an electrical component. After weeks of
planning and building, they showcased the end result to judges Ms.
Blouw (teacher and BIA alumni), Belinda and Isabelle. They
decided who the best three were and gave them lovely prizes.
Thank you all!

Dance Art Therapy

Learning, thought, creativity, and intelligence don't just Being creative gives a sense of freedom, both mentally
come from the brain alone, but from the entire body. and physically. To be able to express yourself and put
Movement combinations increase memory, order, and thoughts or emotions on paper, can really bring relief to
sequencing skills. Creating children who are dealing with
dances also increases a lot at home or at school.
self-esteem which is so very For example during art ther-
important to learning. Born in apy sessions with Paula
Africa hosts organised week- Slabbert, it was discovered
ly dance classes at Wittedrift that a boy was being bullied
High and in a new classroom a lot at school. These clas-
at Formosa Primary School. ses are an opportunities to
get to know the kids better.

Career Guidance Chess Club

Academic Coordinator Belinda is busy conducting At Wittedrift High hostel we recently started a chess club.
important career guidance sessions with learners to Playing daily helps to manage anxiety and other
determine their choices for turbulent emotions. Chess improves the ability to think
tertiary studies. She starts with critically. These games allow our children to develop
the Gr 12 learners, as most of additional skills. We break the ritual of mundane daily
them already know by that homework and studying wit a few hours of chess, where
stage. Then tests and conver- you can hear a pin drop such is the
sations are conducted with Gr intense concentration of the young play-
10 and 11 learners, based on ers. Soon we will be setting up tourna-
their subjects and results. ments against other clubs and schools.

Spelling Competition Continued

What an awesome day for all the Born in Africa participants, judges,
teachers, staff and volunteers. We all gathered at the Kranshoek
Education centre where our 110 learners from Gr 2 to Gr 10
participated in the Semi-Finals by writing a test. The top three went
through to the Finals where they had to write words on a white board
and display this in front of the judges and students. The winners
received vouchers, memory sticks and goody bags. In our eyes
everyone was a winner and therefore each child who participated
received a goody bag and Diploma.
The brilliance of this competition is that each child had to learn more
than 500 complicated Afrikaans words. They had to learn the correct
spelling of the word, the meaning of the word, the correct use of
punctuation, grammar and capital letters. Kudos to the mentors for
assisting the learners and most of all well done to each and every child
at Born in Africa for your efforts.
 Volunteers on a Roll
While we are writing this newsletter, we are preparing to say farewell to this vibrant group of volunteers. After
having them on the team for about four months, it really is quite sad to see them leave.

Mathisse Noelmans, Liselot Van Nieuwenhuyze, Pauline Maelfait and Simon Krause introduced themselves in our last
newsletter and now that their time at Born in Africa is coming to an end, we would like to shed some light on what it is like to
be a volunteer.

When a volunteer decides to apply via the website to work at Born in Africa, they first get in touch with Lotte Van Buyten
and Nele Schroyen - volunteers and board members of Born in Africa in Belgium. These two amazing ladies meet up with
all candidates, either over a cup of coffee or virtually, if the volunteer does not live in Belgium. This offers volunteers the
opportunity to ask all necessary questions they have and for Lotte and Nele to make sure the volunteer’s needs and
expectations are in line with Born in Africa’s volunteering program.
Afterwards, both parties take some time to process the information and if everyone’s keen to get started, the candidate will
get the green light to plan their trip to South Africa. For many, that also means applying for a visa, as Born in Africa
recommends volunteers stay for at least three months. Those volunteers who do their practical or internship with us, must
of course submit a lot of paperwork for their college or university. Educational mentor Veronique, who is also the intern
mentor at BIA, gladly helps with filling these in. Born in Africa strives to support its volunteers in the entire process as best
possible as they are crucial for the goals we pursue with the children.
Upon arrival in George, the closest airport to Plettenberg Bay, a staff member will pick the volunteer up and bring them
safely to the volunteer house and office of Born in Africa. There the adventure begins! During the first two weeks they get
to see the different schools, meet the BIA staff members and attend different after school activities. Once they know how
things are run at Born in Africa, they choose the school they want to work at and organize their own afterschool program.
This is entirely dependant on the strengths and interests of the volunteer or intern.
Interns in Applied Psychology, Liselot and Pauline, worked about emotions and positive psychology, while volunteer Simon
taught a small group of boys the basics of coding. Social work intern Mathisse taught our children about budgeting. It is only
fair to say that volunteers at Born in Africa get a lot of freedom in what they want to offer to the kids. All of this contributes to
volunteers always leaving Born in Africa with a happy heart and a lot of personal growth. If you are interested in becoming a
volunteer, make sure to apply on the website asap as places are limited!

Dreams in Africa
Born in Africa kids dream big, because they know they can! Thanks to the amazing
sponsors of Dream in Africa, we can make so many dreams come true. The smile on
their faces when their dream becomes a reality, is so precious.

Big thanks goes to Jane & Alan Bradley who are the
reason behind a lot of these smiles. They gave vouchers
to those dreaming of going shopping, headphones to our
music lovers and beds to children who dream of having a
bed of their own. Thank you for your amazing support!
We are also grateful to Steve & Teresa Carr who
sponsored microwaves and made a valuable contribution
to those households and families.
Family Van Roey– Wuyts gave Quinique B. the fabulous
bedroom she had been dreaming of. This make over
means a lot to her, thank you.
Finally, Pretty Sisipho N. had a very special birthday this
year thanks to Ton & Kora. They made it possible for her
to decorate her very own cake at famous bakery ‘Clare’s
Cakes’ in Plett. This was exactly what she dreamt of.
Thank you all for making our children believe in their
dreams again!
 Mentorship & a New School
Bullying, unfortunately so prevalent in our schools A new school Born in Africa is active at:
and a no-no for our BIA children! Formosa Primary

Unfortunately when you have a few developing young people in We are incredibly proud to announce that we have
a group together, you will always have the dominant popular commenced working at Formosa Primary school. We
few, the natural leader, followers, the shy kid and most likely currently have 21 learners who have been the first few
one student with personal issues, usually trying to hide this by selected at the school. They are from Gr 2 to Gr 6. Newly
being the bully in the group. The damage the bully does to one appointed BIA mentor Liezel McCallum, is passionate
or a few other learners in the group is damaging—short term or about her little group at Formosa Primary and works with
long term if not stopped. Born in Africa has taken it upon its such a fun filled program. Dance classes, practising
mentoring personnel to develop a group session theme where maths online , reading and homework support, are just a
we work intensely with children to prevent this sort of behaviour few of the activities the children cannot wait to participate
in schools, on the street and at home. We hope that the when they come to her beautifully equipped classroom.
information shared will stop bullies dead in their tracks. It’s well worth a visit, well done Liezel!

Happy birthday to you!

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1 Martins Tiarra 1 Seedat Cheinique 1 Williams Requelmey

1 Philander Kihara 2 Booysen Jodien 2 Matolo Imange
1 Stuurman Taylin 2 Whaites Michaela 5 Brink Shavon
3 Harker Shaylon 3 Kamfer Yulicha 5 Mantyi Itha
4 Toll Caylon 4 Stuurman Chloe 6 Petersen Tauhier
5 Plaatjies Keisha 5 Kriga Kelsey 11 Kleinsmidt Cally
6 Janklaas Jaylin 5 Martin Jade 11 Makonie Conrad
6 Wiesie Phoebe 5 Matikiti Usiphile 11 Schoeman Qurran
7 Farao Kiyara 8 Smith Andazell 13 Barnard Ruben
8 Mapondo Jo-Ann 11 Barnard Jade 13 Davids Sensimelia
9 Modi Siyolise 11 Kriel Wané 13 Mintoor Miekylia
10 Groeners Jaydolene 11 Manheba Renee 14 Kamm/Christians Suraida
10 Preissex Bronico 11 Meyer Mhayson 15 Brand Lunisha
10 Solomons Zoe-Lee 13 Williams Roheesha 15 Daniels Jeffriano
11 Maganie Tess-Lee 14 Jonkers Anya 18 Cloete Fareesha
12 Pieterse Alexander 16 Roman Tyron 19 Janklaas Tasmeen
15 Arendse Michaan 18 Petersen Akeelah 22 April Lechan
16 Gigi Zanda 19 Davids Sasha-lee 22 Ruiters Aaliyah
16 May Kayleigh 20 Williams Hashim 24 Louw Leante
21 Alexander Yulynne 22 Booysen Jonica 24 Makhado Giovani
22 Kretschmann Roxanne 27 Van Wyck Antonisha 25 Martin Onica
22 Olivier Cayden 26 Cassel Daroné
24 Hendrickse Grace 26 Damonds Kaydee
25 Lopez Asheeqah 27 Jansen Esaubellah
25 Louw Geraldine 28 Le Fleur Charlotte
27 Blouw Siyamthanda 28 Roman Shaydian
30 Krigga Shameerah 31 Williams Zubenathi
31 Korkee Bridgette
 Thank you!
The entire team of Born in Africa wishes to express its After a virtual meeting on Zoom with BIA kids in Kranshoek,
heartfelt condolences after the passing of Mr. Carlos students of Agnetencollege in Peer, Belgium set up a
Koeberg, husband of board member Evangeline Koeberg. cookie sale for Born in Africa. Their donation will go to sports
Delfien Persoon, Chantal and Marnick, thank you for the materials at the educational centre, writing pencils for the
amazing support to the wine sale in aid of Born in Africa! kids and extra classes.
We appreciate your recent support for the VIP- evening! ‘Orde Van de Prince’,
Born in Africa thanks all students and teachers at the Sint- department Antwerp, supports
Jozef institute in Bokrijk! They started raising lots of several projects which stimulate
money after an encouraging speech by Georges and Jaak. ‘Afrikaans’ as a language. Born in
Thanks to all of them, the children of Born in Africa will Africa is lucky enough to be one of
receive a packed pencil case at the start of the new them and we are extremely
schoolyear! grateful for their donation of 40
dictionaries!
Jane and Alan Bradley pulled off an amazing golf day once
again in the UK! On May 27th, they raised lots of money for
the Dream in Africa project. They will make dreams come
true well into 2023! Thank you!
Thank you, family Schuil for the wonderful donation to the
Dream in Africa project..
The easter egg sale by former volunteer and godmother
We thank Mya Moons for asking friends and family to Ulrike Verhulst was a success. These contributions will
make donations to BIA in celebration of her 70th birthday! support art classes in New Horizons, materials for mentors
These contributions will be well spent on organizing and some dreams.
different after school projects in light of our Life Skills Warm thanks go out to Rob and Shirley for
program. knitting and donating 400 lovely scarves! You
A cosy living room concert are keeping many children warm and healthy
was organized on May 8th this Winter in South Africa!
in the stunning venue of
B&B Karrehuis. We thank
the owners, who are also We thank C-Clear Partners (via Jolien Van
godparents, for their Nieuwenhuyze), familie Hellemans and familie Van
support to the dance Helbergen for the purchase of basketball poles for The
classes at Born in Africa! Crags Primary School!
Thank you Meetjesland BIA team for
We thank ‘Orde van de Prince, Westkwartier to support organizing a wonderful and delicious fundraiser
the ‘Lus vir lees’ project with such a big contribution! in June! It was a great success thanks to all
Thanks to them, we can buy lots of new reading books for your hard work and amazing team efforts!
the BIA libraries in Crags and Kranshoek!

Thank you for the monthly donations: J. and M. Van Den Eynde-Lemmens, L. De Smet, THANK YOU FOR ALL THE FOOD DONATIONS: Woolworths, KwikSpar,
Verheecke G. and C., T. and J. Bogaert-Verlinden, H. De Schouwer, M. Van Damme, M. Nguni and La Maison du Croissant.
Moers- Scheepmans, G. and S. Vandermaliere, L. Van Der Linden, H. Vermeersch, E.
Vyncke, R. Flamand, Y. Vandenabeele, Hollanders, J. and W. Wechuys, L. Danielle, L.
Bostyn, H. Meersseman, N., G. Lenaerts-Van Opstal, Familiepraktijk Goossens-Maes, M. Put Born in Africa in your will or make a donation. Even when you’re gone, you
Asselberghs, P. Hendriks, Vanoppen-Indesteege, I. Bracke, A. Lemmens, J. en J. Van
Holsbeke, M. Verhagen, R. De Rycke, J. Beke,
can make the difference to the education of a BIA godchild! If Born in Africa is a
project close to your heart, you might consider putting it in your will. That way, you
give Born in Africa, as an accepted organization, a firm push in the back, even after
Thank you corporates your passing. During your life it is also possible to make an unlimited donation to
for the tertiary study
funds! BIA. For both cases, the Flemish legislator, if your domiciling in Flanders, will
ensure that the good cause of your choice will pay no (= 0%) gift tax on whatever it
receives from your will or through a donation. Those living in Brussels or Wallonia,
the common tariff of 7% remains for both gifts as for (duo)legacy.

To evaluate your own situation in depth, kindly contact your notary or Jaak Leen-
MiM VZW MABO knegt at BIA ([email protected])

Thank you for your donations: Van Roey-Wuyts, H. Dewitte, Radboud universiteit, S. Westerlund, H. & F. De Brandt, G. Mathieu, U. Verhulst, Van
Den Goor-Geens, W. Sansen, C. Verheyen, A. Rigo, P. De Vester, J. Vandersanden tandarts BVBA, J.P. Ureel, A. Marrant, C. Stommels, N. & F. De
Maeyer-Van Bogaert, L. De Cock, Baekelandt-Claeys, L. Moons, F. Vroonen, S. Simons, E. Smeets, P. & C. Moons-Keunen, A. & M. Van Gorp, L. & G.
Moons-Raedschelders, A. Elewaut, Slagmolen Restaurant BV, L. & C. Claes-Berghs, J. Reynders, J&V, Van Diest-Vanbekbergen, Poels-Geusens, H.
Leroi, J. & R. Hellings-Achten, Vanpee-Bloemen, A+R BV, Jarijch-Vanderhoydonck, A-M Noldus, T. Vasso BV, C. Leroi, G. Fissette, H. Thys, M. & H.
Leroi-Roppe, Suricata BV, Schoefs-Bijnens, G. Uyttersprot, Roppe-Lambrix, B. Botti, G. Vervloessem, H. & A. Lenssen-Bulen, BIKO BVBA, Moons-
Simons, P. Coppens, Neven-Helsen, W. Auwers, Janssens-Moens, J. Vandersanden, W.& L. Frickx NV, P. Dewael, De Rycke-Roeland, Motohandel
Wauters BVBA, H. & L. Moereels-De Moor, K. Mussche, N. Francois, F. & K. Doorme-Daeninck, K. De Sutter, J. & I. De Vos-Waterschoot, Boelaert-
Verhoeven, W. & M. Roelandt-Dierick, De Buck-Bauwens, E. Peerlinck, C. & H. Pots, Stevens-Raes, Sturtewagen-Vandenbroele, Verhoeven-De Coen-
sel, A. De Vuyst, M. Corteville, P. Melkebeke, Van Buggenhout-Redant, H. Van Der Spiegel, P. Michiels, M. De Roover, Vekeman-Van Den Berge, S.
De Mezel, S. & H. De Buck-De Groeve, Pharma Works BV, G. Manfred, F. Menschaert, B. & E. Van Assche-Uyttenhove, P. Menschaert, Gynaecologie
BV Dr.Meganck, Redant-Leuridan, C. De Clippel, D. & G. Eeckhaut-Mercelis, C. Mussche, E. De Smet, E. Mahieu, Dewit-Menschaert, N. Van Hulle,
Van Impe-Van Den Berge, G.M.P. Menschaert, J. Van Tittelboom, L. Mahieu, J. De Baets, Buysse-Van Den Moortel (donation till the 26th of June)
 News from Belgium
It was announced in the last newsletter that 2023 is a big year for Born in Africa! The organization will
turn 20 years old and that calls for a celebration. A book will be published for the occasion and lots will
be happening in SA and Belgium.
In Belgium there will be the book release on January 14th, 2023. To buy yours and for more 20 years!
information visit www.borninafricaboek.com. The birthday party braai will take place in Belgium
on Sunday 27th August ‘23. Invitation to follow but put it in your diary now if you’re keen to
celebrate with Isabelle and many others!
Those interested in paying a visit to South Africa are in for a treat. Born in Africa
has planned an entire week full of activities and visits to schools to get to know the organization and
its children better. This week will be held from Monday 20 th until Friday 24th February 2023 and will
include - visits to all Primary Schools and Wittedrift High School; opportunity for godparents to meet
their godchild(ren) and visit their home(s); a dinner with all godparents, children, BIA staff and
stakeholders and a festive march through the streets of Plettenberg Bay to celebrate our birthday.
If you are interested in attending this week, you can either choose to plan your own trip to South Africa OR you
can join an organized trip that includes return flights from & to Brussels and a trip through the Western Cape with
De Blauwe Vogel. For more information: [email protected] and on www.borninafrica.org (home page).
For enquiries about Belgian festivities in 2023- [email protected]
For festivities in South Africa in 2023- [email protected]

It is with great sadness that we inform our readers, sponsors, friends and family of the passing
of Hilde De Baets. May you rest in peace, Hilde.
Hilde has been a part of the Born in Africa family for many years. She joined Born in
Africa when she and her husband Jo became godparents in 2006, since then she has
been instrumental in various fundraising projects year after year. Hilde was always
passionate about her very own flea market for Born in Africa which she would
organize ever year in May. Hilde was also a board member of Born in Africa Belgium.
She was loved by all who knew her. Her lust for life was admired by all she touched
and the Born in Africa children and team are going to miss her dearly. We send lots of
strength to her family and friends and hope Hilde is in a sunny spot somewhere, as
she lived to travel and enjoy warm climates all around the world.

Donor info is a public foundation specialising in the financial transparency of charities

established in Belgium. It is the first independent website that publishes high quality, objective
and verified information about the activities and resources of charity organisations. ‘Born in
Africa’ is registered with Donorinfo and you can thus make a donation in full confidence.

Service clubs, companies, schools, seniors clubs and others interested: If you would like to organise something for ‘Born in
Africa’, contact Georges De Smul or Remi De Backer. They will be more than happy to visit you and give an informative talk!
Sign up for our newsletter on our website if you don’t receive them via e-mail yet; www.borninafrica.org and subscribe!

This newsletter was compiled by Jules Kingaby, Nadine Mampaey, Nele

Schroyen, Veronique Claes, Belinda Coram & Isabelle De Smul –Brink

Would you like to get involved?

Contact people in Belgium Contact people between South Africa Norway
Belgium and South Africa Isabelle De Smul–Brink Toralf Nordbotten
Arlette & Georges De Smul [email protected]
Lieve & Remi De Backer P.O. Box 1674
R. Dalechamplaan 4
[email protected] Plettenberg Bay 6600 Germany
1200 Brussels, Belgium
Cell: +32 (0) 47 528 3873 South Africa Dr. Reinhard Schydlo
RPR Brussel
[email protected] Tel: +27 (0) 44 533 6271 [email protected]
Cell: +32 (0) 49 612 2361 Cell: +27 (0) 82 857 2345 Netherlands
[email protected] Chantal Van Summeren
[email protected]
United Kingdom Corporate fundraiser
Nick & Penny Brooks Jaak Leenknegt
[email protected] [email protected]
Donations are always welcome!
In Belgium: Iban nr. BE 25 8845 03500182
ING Bank, BIC-code: HBKABE22 Have a look at our Facebook page: Born in Africa
In South Africa: First National Bank, Plettenberg Bay Instagram: borninafricaza &
62044941533, branch code: 210514
Tax exemption in Belgium (from €40) & in South Africa! ANBI status our website: www.borninafrica.org
in The Netherlands