Following the announcement of a national lockdown by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday, March 23, QASA reviewed its operational plan and the steps needed to mitigate against the spread of COVID-19. Among the revisions made to operations is the introduction of the QASA Work Readiness Programme to an online platform. […]
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QASA launches relief fund
To assist its members, QASA has launched a COVID-19 Relief Fund aimed at providing financial relief to those most affected by the national lockdown. QASA Chief Operating Officer, Raven Benny, says: “QASA is cautious of the effect the national lockdown will have on its members. “Many rely solely on the […]
QASA celebrates mothers
In celebration of Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 10, Q ASA asked its members to share why their mothers were so important to them. You voted and here is the winner. Congratulations to mother Ntombi Mlambo. This is what Mthobeli Mlambo wrote: “I grew up with a permanent disability (known […]
Bridging the gap with Work Readiness
Employment among people with disabilities, specifically wheelchair users, is at an all-time low. Only the privileged few who have access to certain resources are integrated into mainstream employment. QASA’s vision is for all quadriplegics and paraplegics to live their lives to their full potential. To achieve this vision, QASA runs […]
Driving you to your ambitions
The existing public transport system in South Africa is inaccessible for people with mobility impairments. With no accessible transport, wheelchair users have fewer opportunities to develop their skills, attend job interviews or advance their careers. QASA offers people with mobility impairments the chance to learn to drive. The QASA Driving […]
First pass in drive-from-wheelchair Renault
Tinyiko Gwambe was born with a physical disability called tetra-amelia congenital syndrome. The 23-year-old graduated with a distinction from the University of Pretoria to obtain her bachelor’s degree in social work with a dream to drive regardless of her disability. Unfortunately she was not a suitable candidate for the Driving […]
Work Readiness Programme supports holistic development
In 2016, Katleho Moeketsi was excitedly preparing to work as a qualified teacher. But instead, his journey as a C4/C5 quadriplegicstarted when he was hit by a car while waiting to cross the road. During his recovery, the economic and risk management graduate made a plan. Moekesti joined the QASA […]
A better life with more freedom
Bonga Rati was born in the Eastern Cape and raised by his grandparents, who taught him discipline and managing tough situations. This inspired him to join the military as a soldier. His ability to handle challenges was put to the test in 2016, when he was involved in a car […]
QASA gives back on Mandela Day
The QASA head office was a hive of activity on Mandela Day, July 18, which commemorates former president Nelson Mandela’s birthday with 67 minutes of community service. QASA invited the community and companies to assist with designing a tranquil garden around its newly built Victor Daitz Training Centre. Wendy Wright, […]
Capetonians ready for the world of work
The QuadPara Association of the Western Cape launched its two-month QASA Work Readiness Programme in April. On Friday, May 31, the candidates celebrated their graduation after completing the programme, which aims to provide soft employment skills for personal and professional growth to secure mainstream permanent employment for people with disabilities. […]