Parents in Strand can breathe easier as Cape Town’s deputy mayor, Eddie Andrews, donated shoes to local learners for the second time.

Chantal Cerfontein, Subcouncil 8 chairperson and Ward 85 councillor, handed over the shoes on Andrews’ behalf.

Last year, Andrews’ Soles for Souls campaign, which has provided 42 200 pairs to children who cannot afford footwear, donated to learners from Lwandle and Strand schools (“Deputy mayor’s on a sole mission,” DistrictMail & Helderberg Gazette, 1 October 2025).

“Thank you to the deputy mayor for reaching out,” said Cerfontein, adding that instead spending funds on much-needed school shoes, parents will now be able to buy other uniform items.