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A seat at the Christmas table – Tafta launches annual campaign with support from special guest, Mariam Bassa

A seat at the Christmas table – Tafta launches annual campaign with support from special guest, Mariam Bassa

November 6, 2026 |

Our annual Christmas Lunch Appeal has just launched, with support from South African actress Mariam Bassa, best known for her role as Aya Kandasamy in the popular Kandasamys film series. Bassa recently visited Tafta to learn more about our work and spend time with our elders.

Reflecting on what a festive gathering can mean, Bassa spoke about the importance of giving older persons the opportunity to let their hair down, enjoy themselves and feel the warmth of being together.

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New gym opens at John Conradie House, in partnership with Virgin Active

New gym opens at John Conradie House, in partnership with Virgin Active

October 14, 2026 | ,

Residents at Tafta’s John Conradie House are celebrating a new opportunity to stay healthy and active, with the opening of a new Wellness Centre Gym.

The launch of the gym is the result of a relationship that began about 18 months ago when staff from John Conradie House approached Virgin Active for donated fitness equipment. What started as a simple request has developed into a meaningful partnership, with John Conradie House being selected as Virgin Active’s Community Service Project for 2026.

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2026 AGM shines a spotlight on achievements at Tafta

2026 AGM shines a spotlight on achievements at Tafta

September 24, 2026 | ,

Tafta’s 67th AGM took place on Tuesday 22 September 2026 at Tafta Lodge in Durban. It was a celebration of achievements, with elders clearly at the heart of everything the organisation does.

Reports from the Chairperson, Mr Wicus Jacobs, CEO Femada Shamam and the Interim Treasurer, Mr Savedra Naidoo carried a common thread – management remains committed to ensuring we continue to provide exceptional care and support for older persons.

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