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From One Hungry Child to Feeding 90: The Story Behind Bana Ba Thari

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Olga Mabokachaba

Aug 24, 2026

3 min

From One Hungry Child to Feeding 90: The Story Behind Bana Ba Thari

A Zandspruit soup kitchen is feeding more than 90 children and senior citizens while working to expand its support for vulnerable families.

Meet Kgabi Meso — The “Rakgadi wa Bana” Uplifting Itsoseng Community

Community leader Kgabi Meso, known as “Rakgadi wa bana,” is making a powerful impact in Itsoseng Malibongwe Ridge through youth development, community support programmes, and advocacy. Despite limited resources, she continues to uplift vulnerable groups and call for greater support from government and stakeholders.

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From One Hungry Child to Feeding 90: The Story Behind Bana Ba Thari

Meet Kgabi Meso — The “Rakgadi wa Bana” Uplifting Itsoseng Community