I'm Thuthuka, a hardworking single father who has faced some tough challenges recently. After an 11-year relationship ended, I found myself without a stable home. We were about to get married, but it didn’t work out. Since then, I've been sofa surfing between my parents’ and friends’ houses
Despite living through some turbulent times, I'm determined to turn my situation around. I have a 4-year-old daughter who I love to bits. All I want is to have a stable home to raise her in. I’ve been working towards this for some time – about 15 years, actually – as a chef in a kitchen. I love the camaraderie of the kitchen. I would say my colleagues have been a great help and, generally, the kitchen has been a source of stability in my life recently.
The possibility of having my own space, and being able to see my daughter comfortable and happy, is an amazing thought. It feels great, knowing that I'm not alone, and there is help out there. One day, when I’ve got my own place, I’ll be able to start work on my clothing and catering businesses and see my daughter grow and do well in school. In the meantime, I'm truly grateful to anybody supporting me.