The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg’s Social Development Department, is making meaningful strides in the construction of the Yetta Nathan Early Childhood Development (ECD) and Community Centre in Orlando West, Soweto. The project has now reached 39% completion, marking a significant milestone in delivering a sustainable, inclusive, and community-driven public facility.
This sustainable, child-focused facility will include modern classrooms, safe play areas, a library, and even a hydroponic aquafarm 
– all designed to support learning, growth, and community resilience in Soweto.
– all designed to support learning, growth, and community resilience in Soweto.
Rooted in heritage. Built for the future.
Empowering early childhood development.
Read more about the project and its impact here: https://www.jda.org.za/media-releases/Building Brighter Futures in Orlando West!https://t.co/CHB3j8cvFp#ArriveAlive @JDA_joburg @ConstructionSfy pic.twitter.com/kM40GCIfTq
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