Elitheni Primary School in Diepkloof, Soweto, was given Lapdesks and caps, through the generous support of Hyundai.
The occasion was attended by very special guests, including Professor Shepherd Mayatula (a retired member of the SA Parliament and retired chairperson for the Portfolio Committee on Education and the National Assembly in the SA Parliament, 32 students for the McCombs Business School, University of Houston, Texas.
Top Brass from Hyundai also attended, in the form of Mr. Alan Ross (CEO) Mr. Albrecht Grundel (Operations Director) Mr.Francois Marais (Marketing Manager) Jacques Geurtse (PR Manager).
The kids were whipped into an excited frenzy by Vusi Molefe, Lapdesk National Field Operations Manager, and an old hand at creating magic with children.
They are encouraged to make the Lapdesk their own, and are lead in chanting 'this is my desk!', to enforce this feeling. They are left feeling empowered to embrace their own destinies.
The school choir entertained all with song and dance, and it was soon evident, that the gratitude from the school was genuine and heartfelt.
Prof Mayatula addressed all present, noting on the need of schools in our country, and how ventures such as Lapdesk, and enablers like Hyundai, are true champions of the children of our country. He ended off his address by including the Texas students in his thanks, and making sure they felt pride in their involvement in this event.
The kids were in a for a real treat, when Mr. Alan Ross addressed them fluent Xhosa, and therefore was able to impart a message, they are sure to take to heart, and impact on their young lives.
Just when the children thought the fun was over, they were sent into madness by the arrival of World Cup 2010 Fifa mascot, Zakumi, who hugged children, and had them beside themselves with excitement. He gave them a little dance, and was kind enough to help with the distribution of Lapdesks to the eager children.
Zakumi sharing a moment with Mr. Alan Ross (CEO) Mr.Albrecht Grundel (Operations Director) Mr.Francois Marais (Marketing Manager) Jacques Geurtse (PR Manager).
LTR Shane Immelman CEO The Lapdesk Company, Renee Zerle MD The Lapdesk Company, Zakumi, Hlumelo Biko, Peter Golding
Zakumi giving Lapdesk the thumbs-up with the Hyundai team, Prof Mayatula, Lapdesk Field ops team (Hendrick, Sam and Tshiamo).
The McCombs Business School students, receiving some African warmth with Zakumi.
Shane Immelman and Zakumi showing solidarity for our children's education.
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