Lumka Duma

Lumka Duma is a 47 year-old mother who has been with Monkeybiz since 2015. Originally from Cradock, Hofmeyr, she now resides in Samora Machel, Cape Town. She loves to bead animals as it teaches her about the different animals and beading helps keep her mind active. She loves working with Monkeybiz as it has been supporting her and her children and generating an income for her.

Lumka Duma

I was born and raised in Queenstown. As a little girl I loved school and sports. After finishing my matric I moved to Cape Town. It was not easy finding a job then I met Margaret, she introduced me to Monkeybiz. Since then, my life changed I was able to earn an income got married and started a family.

What do you like about your work?
Since I was a child, I loved animals and now to be able to create these beautiful, beaded animals is a big thing to me and I am always willing to learn more from others.

How did craft change your life and your family’s?
It changed my life so much it makes me feel so independent and I can give my kids education. I never thought that with my own hands, I could do something to support my family.

Name something you like and why?
I like my work, because it keeps me in my house and close to my family. My neighbours hard see me sometimes, because I am always inside my house doing my work.

What are your goals?
Like every parent, my goal is to give my kids a better education and see them succeed in life and not struggle as I did.

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