Durban, South Africa – Sasol Energy Marketing and Sales is expanding its partnership with youth health non-profit organisation (NGO), loveLife, to address Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) in Kwa-Zulu Natal.
As part of the expansion, Sasol has donated a second mobile unit to loveLife, to provide care and support to GBVF victims, as well as raise community awareness about GBVF. The donation builds on the success of Sasol and loveLife’s first mobile unit that launched in Gauteng earlier this year.
The new unit is expected to serve 1,600 patients a month, delivering essential services to socially and geographically isolated communities in and around the KZN area, starting with the Eshowe District. It will be staffed with a counsellor and a registered nurse to offer free, confidential, and inclusive support, counselling, educational and healthcare services to GBVF victims and their family members. loveLife Groundbreakers will also be on hand to raise awareness and encourage people to seek help from the mobile unit.
The initiative aligns with South Africa’s “back to basics” healthcare strategy, which emphasises transitioning from institutionalised care to community-based models. The unit will strengthen the local healthcare infrastructure while supporting the Department of Health’s goal of equitable healthcare access for all.
Zanele Hadebe, Vice-President Strategic Marketing for Sasol Energy Marketing & Sales says, “Working together with loveLife, we aim to help break the cycle of violence, reduce health system burdens, and foster wellbeing among vulnerable people. By bringing resources closer to those in need, we aim to build healthier, more resilient communities.”
Through its partnerships and programmes, Sasol continues to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3: “Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.” This donation underscores Sasol’s dedication to addressing critical health and social challenges, strengthening healthcare infrastructure, and driving positive change in fence line communities.
loveLife’s Ms Nthabeleng Moshoeshoe, Chief Executive Officer says, “The mobile unit brings much-needed services to underserved communities, addressing both immediate health needs and the broader societal impacts of gender-based violence. Together, we are empowering individuals and fostering a culture of health, respect, and well-being.”
Dr Sandile Tshabalala, Head of the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health, adds: “The16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children campaign highlights the need for urgent interventions to support victims of GBVF across South Africa. We commend Sasol and loveLife for partnering with the Department of Health to empower communities, drive awareness and improve public wellbeing through this initiative.”
For more information on the movements of this new mobile unit in Eshowe, please visit loveLife’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
