British office worker Matt Silver-Valance says he is more worried about his fundraising succeeding than his safety as he attempts Robben Island-Cape Town flight BRITISH office worker Matt Silver-Valance, who will attempt to fly from Robben Island to Cape Town to raise money for the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital, is more worried about whether the fundraising succeeds than the dangers inherent in his adventure.Mr Silver-Valance’s audacious attempt to fly from Robben Island to Cape Town, armed with 200 helium-filled balloons and a paragliding harness, is aimed at raising R10m towards building the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital in Parktown, Johannesburg.Raising money for the hospital has become critical. Its construction was supposed to begin last year, but the lack of initial funds forced a postponement. Management is hoping it will begin later this year.The children’s hospital will provide services not only to South Africa but to the sub-Saharan African region as well — irres...
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