Abba Specialist Adoption & Social Services

31/08/2026

💚 Welcoming New Voices to the Abba Board

Following our AGM on 27 August 2026, we are delighted to welcome two new members to the Abba Board.

Marilise Viljoen | Board Secretary

A long-standing friend of Abba and former colleague, Marilise brings extensive experience in adoption, together with valuable strengths in fundraising, organisation and relationship-building. We are so pleased to welcome her back to Abba in this new role.

Clifford Appel | Board Member

Clifford brings strong experience in governance, compliance and finance. His expertise will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen Abba’s organisational sustainability and good governance.

We warmly welcome Marilise and Clifford and look forward to the knowledge, fresh perspectives and commitment they will bring to Abba.

Thank you to our Board, staff, members, partners, donors and supporters for continuing to walk this journey with us.

Together, we remain committed to ensuring that children belong in healthy, stable and permanent families. 🌿

26/08/2026

18/08/2026

💛 ONE OF OUR PRECIOUS BABIES NEEDS YOUR HELP! 💛
A precious little one in our care requires Novalac AR Digest+ (800g) formula to help manage severe reflux and regurgitation. 🍼
👶 Suitable from birth
💰 ±R450 per tin

Every tin donated helps ensure this little baby receives the nutrition they need to grow, thrive and feel comfortable. Your support can make a life-changing difference. 💛
💳 DONATIONS

Bank: Standard Bank – Lynnwood Ridge
Account Number: 20 1833 913
Branch Code: 012445
SWIFT Code: SBZAZAJJ
Reference: MilkWC

💳 DONATE VIA YOCO:
"Donate via Yoco – https://pay.yoco.com/abba-specialist-adoption--social-services

📧 [email protected]
📞 021 949 9321

🙏 Every donation, no matter how small, brings hope.

If you are able to help with a tin of formula or a contribution towards one, we would be incredibly grateful. 💛

Please share this post too — you never know who may be able to help. 🙏

18/08/2026

💗 ONE OF OUR PRECIOUS BABIES NEEDS YOUR HELP! 💗
A precious little one in our care requires Neocate LCP (400g) formula to help manage severe reflux and regurgitation. 🍼
👶 Suitable from birth
💗 ±R450 per tin
Every tin donated helps ensure this little baby receives the specialised nutrition they need to grow, thrive and feel comfortable. Your support can make a life-changing difference. 💗
💳 DONATIONS
Bank: Standard Bank – Lynnwood Ridge
Account Number: 20 1833 913
Branch Code: 012445
SWIFT Code: SBZAZAJJ
Reference: MilkWC

💳 DONATE VIA YOCO:
"Donate via Yoco – https://pay.yoco.com/abba-specialist-adoption--social-services

📧 [email protected]
📞 021 949 9321
🙏 Every donation, no matter how small, brings hope.
If you are able to help with a tin of Neocate LCP or make a contribution towards one, we would be incredibly grateful. Every tin makes a difference. 💗
Please share this post too — you never know who may be able to help. 🙏
Together, we can make a difference. 💕

11/08/2026

Partnerships create stronger systems of care.

Abba recently had the opportunity to engage with the social work team at Steve Biko Academic Hospital, introducing our organisation, sharing more about our role in child protection and exploring opportunities for collaboration.

Through an interactive session using the Courage Programme, participants discussed child protection challenges, identified barriers to empowerment and explored practical solutions that can be strengthened through collaborative, win-win partnerships.

The session also created an opportunity to address common misconceptions about adoption and the role of adoption organisations, while sharing Abba’s commitment to ethical, child-centred practice.

We are grateful to the Steve Biko Academic Hospital social work team for the meaningful engagement and look forward to working together to strengthen support for vulnerable children and families.

11/08/2026

Growing up is about more than getting older...it's about discovering who you are.

For adopted teenagers, questions like "Who am I?", "Where do I come from?" and "Where am I going?" often carry additional layers of identity, belonging, race, grief and life story.

That's why we're launching Growing Up Adopted: a new three-part online series designed to equip adoptive parents with practical tools, deeper understanding and renewed confidence as they navigate the adolescent years alongside their children.

🌿 Part One | Who Am I?
Identity, Belonging & Adolescence

📅 Monday, 24 August 2026
💻 Live Online

Whether you're an adoptive parent, prospective parent or foster parent, we'd love for you to join us.

🎟️ Book a single session or save with a full series pass.

https://www.quicket.co.za/events/388092-growing-up-adopted-an-online-three-part-series-for-adoptive-parents/

09/08/2026

Today, we honour the women whose courage, compassion and care help change the stories of children and families.

To the mothers who make brave decisions, the adoptive and foster mothers who open their hearts, the social workers who walk alongside families, and every woman who helps create a safer future for a child , we see you, and we celebrate you.

Happy Women’s Day from Abba Specialist Adoption & Social Services. 💜

31/07/2026

A precious little one in our care requires Novalac AR Digest+ formula to help manage severe reflux and regurgitation.
🍼 Formula Needed: Novalac AR Digest+ (800g)
👶 Suitable from birth
💛 Every tin donated helps ensure this baby receives the nutrition they need to grow and thrive.
Your support can make a life-changing difference! 💛
📧 [email protected]
📞 021 949 9321
Every donation, no matter how small, brings hope. Thank you for helping us care for our babies. 💛

18/07/2026

Today, we honour Nelson Mandela’s legacy and his belief that each of us has the power to make a difference.

At Abba, we see every day how compassion, courage and practical support can bring hope to vulnerable children, families and communities.

This Mandela Day, we invite you to take action in a way that is meaningful to you. Give your time. Share hope. Support someone in need. Use your voice to raise awareness. Encourage others to get involved.

No act of kindness is too small. Together, our actions can create lasting change.

Happy Mandela Day from all of us at Abba.

15/07/2026

This Mandela Day, help Abba support mothers and babies in crisis by contributing towards our Baby Bags and Baby Boxes.

Many mothers we assist have just given birth and do not have the basic items needed to care for their newborn babies. Through these care bags and boxes, Abba is able to provide practical support, dignity and reassurance at a time of real need.

You can help by:
Packing a complete Baby Bag or Baby Box
Donating individual items
Sponsoring a bag financially

Drop-off points:
Pretoria
Abba Tshwane Head Office
310 Eastwood Street, Hatfield, Pretoria

Cape Town
Abba Western Cape Office
13 & 14 Old Dutch Square, corner of Old Paarl and Bill Bezuidenhout Roads, Bellville, Cape Town

For a full list of items needed, please visit:
https://www.abbaadoptions.co.za/donate-goods/

Every donation, big or small, helps us bring comfort, care and hope to mothers and babies in crisis.