Support a Life Transformed
“A nation should not be judged by how it treats its highest citizens, but its lowest ones.”
— Nelson Mandela
Why Zimele Exists
- Tens of thousands of South Africans are waiting for a prosthetic limb.
- The public healthcare system cannot meet the demand.
- Causes of amputations include diabetes, poor sanitation, trauma, and violence.
- Amputees face physical, social, and emotional barriers to recovery.
What Zimele Does
“It’s not about giving someone a leg; it’s about giving them possibility.”
— Jayson Chin, Co-Founder
Provides prosthetic limbs, therapy, and counselling.
Supports clients from amputation through to reintegration into work and society.
Uses an interdisciplinary team: doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, prosthetists.
Noxolo’s Story
Noxolo, a single mother, waited 6 years without a prosthesis due to her weight and lack of access. After joining Zimele, she not only received a prosthesis, but also regained her mental health and entered a business management learnership.
“Being part of Zimele changed my life. I got counselling, a leg, and a future.“
Cameron’s Story
After losing his leg and his marriage, Cameron was hopeless. Zimele gave him a prosthetic leg, purpose, and confidence. He now walks again—and even danced in a fundraiser to help others.
“I cannot describe in words the excitement. My life has truly been restored.“
The Cost of Hope
R 100 000
Covers one person’s prosthesis, therapy, and work readiness
R 150 000
Includes all operational suppor
40 People/Year
3-year goal to serve 40 individuals annually
R 7 Million/Year
Our annual fundraising goal
Your Support Means Independence
- Amputees in SA face long waits, stigma, and economic hardship.
- Many are young, capable, and eager to work—but unable to.
- Your donation helps turn disability into possibility.