In the rural community of Ncutshane in uPhongolo, KwaZulu-Natal, Lungile Precious Simelane has dedicated her life to creating a safe and nurturing space for young children.
Born and raised in Ncutshane, her journey has been marked by resilience, service and an unwavering commitment to education. She is the principal at Buhle Bemvelo Early Childhood Development ECD Centre in uPhongolo.
ECD centres play a very important role in our childrens lives. They prepare them for formal education They allow children to grow well and develop better social skills, said Simelane, a mother of five.
