LOFOB The League of Friends of the Blind

LOFOB The League of Friends of the Blind Empowerment through education and independence. The League of Friends of the Blind was established i

The League of Friends of the Blind (LOFOB) is a Non-Governmental Organisation supporting the needs of children, youth and adults who are blind and visually impaired. Based in Grassy Park, Western Cape, we have been in operation since 1933 and have provided independence development services to thousands of individuals from all over South Africa and certain parts of the African continent. https://youtu.be/2YT4SQKB-Jg?list=PLImnAkaEt6-mAqjuBAm_XbKq0DbKruma3

What a joy to welcome learners and educators of Christel House SA for their annual Valentine's Day visit. Thank you for ...
17/02/2026

What a joy to welcome learners and educators of Christel House SA for their annual Valentine's Day visit. Thank you for sharing your love, kindness, and thoughtful gifts with our community - we always look forward to spending time with you. Thank you for choosing LOFOB ❤️💛😎✨

Special moments, awesome memories. An absolute pleasure meeting the players and coaching staff of the Everton Football C...
17/02/2026

Special moments, awesome memories. An absolute pleasure meeting the players and coaching staff of the Everton Football College. Thank you for spending time with LOFOB. We wish you every success for the future 😎⚽️💙💛

Today is World Read Aloud Day. The global event encourages people of all ages to grab a book and read aloud. We thank th...
04/02/2026

Today is World Read Aloud Day. The global event encourages people of all ages to grab a book and read aloud. We thank the Grassy Park Library for inviting our children, youth, and adult clients to participate in a memorable morning of story-telling and fun – promoting literacy and the inclusion of people who are blind and visually impaired 💛📚✨😎

January is Braille Awareness Month. More than just six dots. To our clients braille means: Literacy. Learning. Independ...
16/01/2026

January is Braille Awareness Month. More than just six dots.
To our clients braille means: Literacy. Learning. Independence. Education. Employment. Freedom. Orientation. Access. Safety. Fun. Enjoyment. Information. Knowledge. Opportunity. Community. Connection. Inclusion. Belonging. Contribution. Participation. Success. Growth. Life-changing. Hope. Confidence. Empowerment.

LOFOB empowers blind and visually impaired people, and their families with braille training, books, materials, assistive devices, and technology. To learn more about, and to donate to our braille programs visit www.lofob.org.za. We’re inviting schools to schedule a braille awareness session for their learners with us during Term 1. Email [email protected] or call O217053753.

Image description: A little girl explores a braille book during story-time at LOFOB.

LOFOB AWARDS DAY 2025. A special time of celebration and community. To our children, youth, and adult clients congratula...
08/12/2025

LOFOB AWARDS DAY 2025. A special time of celebration and community. To our children, youth, and adult clients congratulations, we are incredibly proud of you. Keep shining ✨To our loyal funders, donors, partners, volunteers, families, and friends - we are because you are - thank you for your partnership this year 💛

[Images - photo collages of some of the Awards Day highlights.]

3 DECEMBER 2025. LOFOB joins the global community in commemorating International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Every...
03/12/2025

3 DECEMBER 2025. LOFOB joins the global community in commemorating International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Everyone has a seat at the table, and everyone’s voice matters. As a country, may we always strive to do more to include, accept, and support people with disabilities. Today especially, LOFOB honours blind and visually impaired children, youth, and adults; their parents, carers, and supporters. Your resilience, and contributions inspire us everyday.

Image description: A young lady, recently blinded, completes a braille writing exercise at LOFOB's training centre. Wording includes: Everyone has a seat at the table, and everyone’s voice matters.

Thank you for your service former MEC Social Development Western Cape, Sharna Fernandez, dear friend and supporter of LO...
15/11/2025

Thank you for your service former MEC Social Development Western Cape, Sharna Fernandez, dear friend and supporter of LOFOB. May your soul rest in eternal peace. Sincere condolences to the family and loved ones 🙏💛

Today is White Cane Safety Day. LOFOB joins the global community in celebrating the white cane as a symbol of independen...
15/10/2025

Today is White Cane Safety Day. LOFOB joins the global community in celebrating the white cane as a symbol of independence and accessibility for those who are blind and visually impaired. Consider a donation to LOFOB to support our mobility training programs with children, youth, and adults who are blind and visually impaired from disadvantaged backgrounds. Thank you 💛

Image description: A child, 5yrs old, navigates an outdoor environment while using her white cane.

Extending our heartfelt wishes of joy, peace, and countless blessings to the LOFOB community observing this sacred time ...
06/06/2025

Extending our heartfelt wishes of joy, peace, and countless blessings to the LOFOB community observing this sacred time of Eid al-Adha. Eid Mubarak 🙏🏻💛

As we head into the Easter weekend , we wish the entire LOFOB community a joyous and blessed Easter. May this special ti...
17/04/2025

As we head into the Easter weekend , we wish the entire LOFOB community a joyous and blessed Easter. May this special time bring you and your loved ones hope, renewal, and happiness. Happy Easter 💛💛

To our staff, clients, and supporters - Eid Mubarak to you and your loved ones. May you embrace a joyous Eid celebration...
30/03/2025

To our staff, clients, and supporters - Eid Mubarak to you and your loved ones. May you embrace a joyous Eid celebration filled with love and peace, and may your home be filled with warmth and happiness.



Image is of loved ones together at their Eid celebration.

March is Glaucoma Awareness Month in South Africa. Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve...
17/03/2025

March is Glaucoma Awareness Month in South Africa. Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve, leading to vision loss and potentially blindness. Often referred to as the "silent thief of sight", it can cause vision loss without any noticeable symptoms in the early stages. Symptoms include blind spots, eye redness/ inflammation, eye pain/ pressure. Risk factors include age 60+; family history of glaucoma; those diagnosed with diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease.

LOFOB encourages comprehensive eye exams every 2-3 yrs if you're under 40, every 1-2 yrs if you're 40+; maintaining a healthy weight; regular exercise; and quitting smoking.



Image is of a lady undertaking an eye examination with an eye specialist.

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94 Klip Road
Cape Town
7941

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 15:00

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+27217053753

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