Njozela, the Johannesburg-based copywriter, decided to embark on this epic walk after he was forced to use crutches for several weeks after tearing ligaments in his ankle while playing soccer. During this time, he realised just how difficult it must be for people with serious injuries to get around and he decided to make a change and do something about it.

He needed some support along the way and Lunch Bar jumped at the chance to sponsor his walking gear - Lunch Bar chocolate bars to fill him up and hampers that he distributed to the South Africans who assisted him with shelter or food along the way. In addition, Lunch Bar also donated R15 000 to the Quadriplegics Association of South Africa (QASA) towards the purchase of wheelchairs.

“Seeing people’s reactions when I told them that I was walking from Joburg to Cape Town was always humorous. Most people couldn’t believe it, and those who did thought that I was insane,” said Njozela. “The journey was tough, but I was determined not to give up. With the support of Lunch Bar, the public and other sponsors the #30Days30Wheelchairs campaign has helped to raise R70 000 towards the purchase of wheelchairs.”

Sharon Modisaitile, a resident at the Impumelelo Self-Help Centre who received a wheelchair said: “Thank you to TJ and Lunch Bar for the donation. My new wheelchair is so much lighter, faster and convenient. I am really honoured.”

Another recipient and member of QASA, Pinkie Mokoena said, “I am so happy for my new wheels. Moving around in my old wheelchair was a challenge, as it was slow and broken. Now I can visit friends and family more often, thanks to Lunch Bar and TJ.”

“It was with a happy heart that we handed these wheelchairs over to QASA today,” said Andrea Wright, Category Lead for Chocolate. “Lunch Bar chose to support TJ, as he truly exemplifies a real changemaker. Lunch Bar has always been the chocolate bar that offers so much more and TJ represents the same philosophy - we are proud to be a part of his campaign.”

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