Dr Mehnaaz worked at Lambano Sanctuary for over 14 years. In the early days of February 2024, Dr Mehnaaz suddenly passed-on.
Dr. Mehnaaz Ally was more than just a doctor—she was the heart of Lambano Sanctuary. Her kindness, passion, and unwavering dedication touched the lives of every patient she cared for. She gave herself fully to her work, loved loudly, and brought light to those around her. Tshepiso Makume - Friend & Counsellor at Lambano Sanctuary says “I miss you…
You may no longer be here in the physical body but your spirit lives on. It lives on in us, and in every child and family that have had the incredible honour of being in your presence and being cared for by you. You have run your race my friend and what a race it has been. A Trailblazer of note, both in running and in carrying the vision and the mission of Paediatric Palliative Care”.
Lambano Sanctuary has since named their newly built training centre on 146 Langerman Drive, Kensignton South (Next door to Lambano Children’s Sub-Acute) the ‘Dr Ally Paediatric Centre of Excellence’ both in her memory and her legacy.
March in Honour of Our Guardian Angels, the late Dr Mehnaaz Ally & Children facing Life-Threatening & Life-Limiting Illnesses, Sunday 8 March at Joburg Zoo, see the tab ‘March-for-Mehnaaz’ for more information.
Event Date
Sunday - 8/03/2026 – Zoo Trot
Location
Johannesburg Zoo, Cnr Jan Smuts Ave and UpperPark Dr, Parkview
Start Time
5km - 06:30h00 (Reg) Kick-off 07h30
March in Honour of Our Guardian Angels, the late Dr Mehnaaz Ally & Children facing or passed over due to Life-Threatening & Life-Limiting Illnesses.
Join us for a 5km Fun, Family Friendly Walk Sunday 8 March at Joburg Zoo.
Enjoy a safe, family-friendly environment with ticket options that include golf cart assistance for patient children, all while taking in the peaceful sounds of nature — birdsong, croaking frogs, and even the distant roar of lions.
Tickets
Book tickets for Guardian Angel 5km Walk
