Get Gwala a New Bike for The Paralympic Games
- By: Mhlengi Gwala
- Short URL: https://archive.backabuddy.co.za/mhlengi-gwala
- Date Created: 29 January 2024
Personal message
Dear Friends, Supporters, and Well-wishers,
My name is Mhlengi Gwala, a proud South African para-athlete. As I write this message, my heart is full of gratitude and hope. Looking back to that fateful morning of March 6, 2018, when I was viciously attacked during a training ride in Durban, I realize how far I have come. The attack, which left me severely injured, was not just a test of my physical strength but also of my spirit. But here I am, transformed, resilient, and more determined than ever.
I cannot express enough gratitude to each of you who supported my 2020 BackaBuddy campaign, which raised an overwhelming R764,000 towards my wellbeing, medical treatment, rehabilitation, and even helped build a house for my mother. Your kindness was a source of light, during one of the darkest times of my life, and will never be forgotten as long as I live. You have encourage me to keep GOING!Now, at 32, as I prepare for The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, I am reaching out again.
This time, for a dream that goes beyond personal goals – to represent our beautiful nation of South Africa on one of the world's biggest stages and to show the world the power of perseverance. The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, where I will compete in the Para triathlon, symbolize not just a sporting event but a celebration of human spirit and endurance.
To turn this dream into reality, I have launched this campaign to fund the purchase of a Speed Concept SLR 7 bike, priced at around R195,000.This bike, the Speed Concept SLR 7, is more than just a piece of equipment; it's an aerodynamically designed carbon triathlon bike built for incredible speed and seamless integration.
Every component, from its lightweight aero frame and the ride-smoothing IsoSpeed, to the state-of-the-art fuel and hydration system, is crafted for peak performance
My journey to the Paralympics is not just mine but ours. Your support means the world to me and will be instrumental in helping me to fly the South African flag high in Paris, inspiring others to chase their dreams, no matter what life throws at them.
Thank you for standing by me, for believing in me, and for being part of this incredible journey.
With all my heart,
Mhlengi Gwala
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Donations
- Feb 28, 2024 - USD $ 267.37 Tipped
- "Your story is an inspiration. We wish you much success with the Paralymics. We'll be watching so we hope to see you there." - Dan Makoske and Ute Nestler
- Feb 26, 2024 - R 1 500.00 Tipped
- "My very best wishes with this endeavor, and for the future!" - Jean Morrison
- Feb 21, 2024 - R 500.00 Tipped
- "All the best in Paris, you are already a champion 🥇🥇🥇" - JS
- Feb 14, 2024 - R 350.00 Tipped
- "" - Anonymous
- Feb 09, 2024 - R 1 000.00
- "You are amazing Mhlengi" - Snapscan
- Feb 08, 2024 - R 500.00
- "Annah Watkinson" - Snapscan
- Feb 08, 2024 - USD $ 1 588.74
- "All the very best, you’ve got this…!!!" - Putco
- Feb 05, 2024 - R 500.00
- "" - Danna Flack
- Feb 04, 2024 - R 500.00 Tipped
- "You are an inspiration!! Keep going!!" - Jen Bedford-Shaw
- Feb 03, 2024 - R 500.00 Tipped
- "Bring it home" - Anonymous
- Feb 03, 2024 - R 500.00
- "Go for it !" - Jenni Sennett
- Feb 03, 2024 - R 500.00 Tipped
- "" - Anonymous
- Feb 03, 2024 - R 100.00
- "Here’s to you 🏆" - Anonymous
- Feb 03, 2024 - USD $ 14.55 Tipped
- "" - Nicola Valentine
- Feb 02, 2024 - R 180.00 Tipped
- "" - Anonymous
- Feb 02, 2024 - R 2 000.00 Tipped
- "Go Gwala!!!" - Anonymous
- Feb 02, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Tipped
- "Best of luck. Such an inspiration to us all." - Belinda Williams
- Feb 02, 2024 - R 200.00 Tipped
- "" - Anonymous
- Feb 02, 2024 - USD $ 11.00 Tipped
- "Ongoing Gwala!!" - Anonymous
- Feb 01, 2024 - R 500.00 Tipped
- "" - Anonymous
- Feb 01, 2024 - R 100.00 Tipped
- "Keep us posted on your new bike. Good Luck!" - Anonymous
- Feb 01, 2024 - R 500.00 Tipped
- ""Hulle weet nie wat ons weet nie". Well done champ, keep it up!" - Lawrence
- Feb 01, 2024 - R 500.00 Tipped
- ""Hulle weet nie wat ons weet nie" - Well done champ, keep it up!" - Lawrence
- Feb 01, 2024 - USD $ 119.93 Tipped
- "You are an inspiration. Keep reaching for your goals!" - Gareth Cole
- Jan 31, 2024 - USD $ 11.40 Tipped
- "I'm happy to hear the great process. I hope this will help to fulfil your dream in upcoming Paralympic." - Anonymous
- Jan 31, 2024 - USD $ 56.98 Tipped
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 31, 2024 - USD $ 29.29 Tipped
- "Happy to once again support such an inspirational man!" - Linell
- Jan 31, 2024 - R 200.00 Tipped
- "Good Luck" - Morgan
- Jan 31, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "Hi Mhlengi Gwala, I remember this horrific story of 6 years ago. I had no idea no didn't manage to save your leg. I'm so sorry about that. Anyway, I'm donating again to contribute to your bicycle. Good luck to you. Well done." - Stephan Cogels
- Jan 31, 2024 - R 100.42 Fees covered
- "God bless and good luck" - Alida
- Jan 31, 2024 - R 250.00 Fees covered
- "You’re making Durbs and SA proud, thank you 🙏" - R+J
- Jan 31, 2024 - R 200.00 Tipped
- "I've always wondered how you progressed. You deserve the best! Good luck!" - Heather
- Jan 31, 2024 - R 500.00
- "good luck!!" - karen
- Jan 31, 2024 - R 200.00
- "I have and always will support you! You've grown so much and is such an inspiration! I pray for you often and today I pray with you for the funds for this bike. You are already making us proud!!" - Carina
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 28.00 Tipped
- "All the best for your training" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Tipped
- "Good Luck - you have already made South Africa proud. But go do it again! Wishing you all of the best for the Paralympics." - Lauren O
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 200.00
- "All the best for the Olympics" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 22.40 Tipped
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 297.73 Tipped
- "Mhlengi - you are an inspiration to all. Amazing. Wishing you the best as you go for the gold." - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 200.00 Tipped
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 200.00 Tipped
- "Keep reaching for your dream" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Keep going Mhlengi. You are a true Champion" - Barry
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 22.98 Fees covered
- "Good luck" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 21.61 Fees covered
- "Your an inspiration, never give up. Best wishes for Paris Geoff (UK)" - Geoff Hodson
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Always inspiring!!!" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - USD $ 28.72 Fees covered
- "You are such an inspiration Mhlengi! Good luck!" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
- "Your resilience and courage is remarkable." - Vic
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
- "All the best!" - T Webb
- Jan 30, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
- "From our team at Sephebo, we wish you the best of luck on this new venture." - Best of luck from Sephebo
- Jan 29, 2024 - R 150.00
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 29, 2024 - R 100.00 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
- Jan 29, 2024 - R 50.00
- "" - Anonymous
Statistics
Fundraising target
R 200 000.00Donations to date
R 63 259.80Getting Mhlengi Gwala to the Paris Campaign
Dear Friends, Supporters, and Well-wishers,My name is Mhlengi Gwala, a proud South African para-athlete. As I write this message, my heart is full of gratitude and hope. Looking back to that fateful morning of March 6, 2018, when I was viciously attacked during a training ride in Durban, I realize how far I have come. The attack, which left me severely injured, was not just a test of my physical strength but also of my spirit. But here I am, transformed, resilient, and more determined than ever.