KZN woman launches NGO to care for elders’ health and well-being

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KZN woman launches NGO to care for elders’ health and well-beingBuyi Mngwengwe (36) is from Intshanga, a village west of Durban in KwaZulu-Natal. Growing up, she would often see elderly women suffer, struggling with hunger and isolation while raising grandchildren. She now gets exercise and eats healthy food daily, which has really improved her wellbeing and lifestyle,” Phewha tells Health-e News. The ward councillor, Malombo Nxumalo, says Ayiko Ngami is critical in preventing age-related health complications, reducing malnutrition, and promoting mental well-being for older adults. He calls on business owners to support Ayiko Ngami so that the programme can reach more elderly in the surrounding areas.