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May 4, 2026

Heavy overnight rainfall has displaced hundreds of residents in South Africa’s Free State province, prompting an urgent humanitarian response.

Approximately 500 people from Ward 14 and Ward 16 in the Lejweleputswa District have been evacuated after severe flooding impacted their homes. The affected residents have been temporarily relocated to the Welkom Town Hall, where emergency support is being coordinated. The South African Red Cross Society in the Free State…
April 17, 2026

Severe Weather Devastation Hits uMgungundlovu and Ladysmith

Earlier in April 2026, devastating incidents struck both uMgungundlovu and Ladysmith, following severe weather conditions that left homes damaged and families displaced. The impact on these communities has been significant, with many residents losing shelter and essential belongings. Incidents like these continue to highlight the increasing vulnerability of communities to…

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The South African Red Cross Society is a member organization of the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), which is the largest volunteer driven organization on earth. The Red Cross Society has 100 million members and a presence in 189 countries.