Wishes Come True For Gqeberha Youngster

Boardwalk Hotel and Casino recently answered the decade-long prayer of waitron Zoliswa Qolo for a prosthetic limb for her son in a R150 000 Sun Wish initiative.

Sun International and Boardwalk Hotel and Casino recently answered the decade-long prayer of waitron Zoliswa Qolo for a prosthetic limb for her son Yamkela, who was born with one hand.

The 10-year-old from Motherwell received a limb valued at R150 000 as part of Sun International’s CE Sun Wish campaign, which sees CE Anthony Leeming grant an employee’s wish every year. The Grade 4 learner said the new appendage would help with his maths and efforts as a goalkeeper, while his mother added that Sun International had granted one of her “life’s biggest wishes”.

Prayers answered

For Zoliswa, the prosthetic hand is an answer to a decade of prayer. “When Yamkela was born and the doctors told me he had one hand, I was shocked and scared – questioning why it had happened to me, and how my son was going to cope. Society can be cruel, especially children, who ask why Yamkela has one hand. God has now answered all the questions, together with Sun International.”

Driven by her son’s requests for the expensive artificial limb, Zoliswa, who has works at Boardwalk since 2015, decided to submit her wish. “Tati [Tsunke, Boardwalk General Manager] listened to my story, which helped solve my problem. Sun International’s Sun Wish has answered one of my life’s biggest wishes and it is going to change Yamkela’s life.”

Boardwalk General Manager Tati Tsunke was delighted that the hospitality and entertainment group could make a positive impact.

“It’s rewarding to be able to make a difference within the community, which is part of Sun International’s corporate strategy.”

Sun International’s Boardwalk precinct seamlessly blends its breathtaking beauty and world-class entertainment with a deep commitment to uplifting the Gqeberha and brsader Eastern Cape communities through impactful initiatives. By partnering with local organizations and investing in sustainable projects, the Boardwalk ensures that its success contributes to the growth and prosperity of Gqeberha, creating a meaningful connection between hospitality excellence and community well-being. 

Sun Wish

This largesse extends to employees. The Sun Wish initiative allows for assistance on a range of issues for permanent employees of Sun International and Sun Slots, and their immediate family members, most in need. These issues range from medical concerns and housing to sustenance and education.

At Sun International, Corporate Social Investment and community upliftment initiatives are at the heart of the company’s ambition to create lasting value for the communities in which it operates. These efforts align with its commitment to sustainable development, empowering local communities, and fostering opportunities for growth and inclusion.

By investing in education, healthcare, skills development, and social support programmes, Sun International aims to uplift individuals and strengthen the socio-economic fabric of its regions, ensuring that success is shared and that the company leaves a positive, enduring legacy.

Giving – it’s the Sun way!

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