When two compassionate young boys in Mdantsane were surprised with a special clothing delivery for rescuing vulnerable animals, it proved that kindness always comes back to those who care.
Mdantsane, South Africa (03 November 2026) – When a little hope and support find the helpers. Two young boys in Mdantsane, who already have the biggest hearts for vulnerable animals, were recently surprised with a special delivery put together just to thank them for their kindness.
The boys had recently stepped up to help Benjamin Rexana of CyfaDance K9-Care Community Development by assisting with donkeys roaming the streets, as well as helping get abandoned puppies to safety.
“Seeing their actions makes me proud because it shows that they are learning something positive from my education,” says Benjamin.
“They are developing compassion, responsibility, and a love for animals. This is exactly what I want to achieve through my community work: teaching children that every life matters and that they can make a difference.”
Benjamin is not the only one proud of these young animal heroes. A CyfaDance K9-Care Community Development supporter named Kerry, having learned about their acts of kindness and service for voiceless animals, decided to spoil them with new clothes. More than just new threads, the clothes have met a direct need and helped restore the confidence of the young helpers who, although they don’t have much, have already demonstrated the ability to put the needs of others before their own.
“A big thank you to Kerry for donating clothes for the two young boys who have been so active in my community. These two boys are always on the lookout for animals in need. Whenever they see an animal that needs help, they come straight to me,” says Benjamin.
Since 2008, Benjamin has been running CyfaDance K9-Care Community Development – a free dance lessons service for Mdantsane’s children. When he’s not empowering kids through dance, he is actively feeding the community’s animals, working on a sterilisation campaign, connecting pets to vets, and educating the community on animal and child welfare, acting as a voice for those who cannot speak up for themselves and breaking stigmas.
Benjamin invited the greater community to consider further assisting the boys with shoes (sizes 4 and 5), as they would also make a world of difference, restore dignity, and help these helpers reach more animals in need.
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