January 22, 2026

Flood Relief Update – Umhlabuyalingana

  Flood Relief Update – Umhlabuyalingana Our team is on the ground in Umhlabuyalingana, preparing and serving hot meals to more than 100 people currently staying in an evacuation shelter following the recent floods. With many families displaced from their homes, access to warm, nutritious meals is a vital part…
January 22, 2026

After Care Programme Making a Difference in Uitenhage

After Care Programme Making a Difference in Uitenhage The South African Red Cross Society Uitenhage Branch recently conducted an After Care Programme aimed at supporting learners with their academic development. The activity focused on assisting children with their homework and promoting literacy through a dedicated reading corner. Key HighlightsThe programme…
January 20, 2026

Umhlabuyalingana | Flood Response Update

Umhlabuyalingana | Flood Response Update Today, the South African Red Cross Society is on the ground in Umhlabuyalingana, where families whose homes were completely destroyed by the recent floods have been relocated to a local school for temporary accommodation. A total of 179 families are currently being sheltered. To support…
January 20, 2026

Continuous Assessments Ongoing in Mpumalanga

Continuous Assessments Ongoing in Mpumalanga The South African Red Cross Society continues to conduct ongoing assessments in flood-affected areas across Mpumalanga, working closely with local authorities and community leaders. Our teams are on the ground engaging affected households to identify urgent humanitarian needs, assess damage to homes and infrastructure, and…

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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.