Strengthening Communities Through Partnership in Times of Crisis

🤝 Strengthening Communities Through Partnership in Times of Crisis

Today, the South African Red Cross Society – ( Kgetsa Nare-coordinating and facilitating) -Mpumalanga Province distributed 220 food parcels and hygiene packs to families affected by the recent floods, providing critical relief and restoring dignity to those hardest hit by the disaster.

This life-saving intervention was made possible through the generous sponsorship of Old Mutual, whose continued commitment to supporting vulnerable communities during emergencies truly makes a difference.

The distribution was led by the MEC for Social Development together with the MMC of the City of Mbombela, demonstrating strong leadership and collaboration between government, the private sector, and humanitarian partners in responding to disaster impacts.

We extend our sincere appreciation to:

  • Old Mutual for their invaluable support and solidarity during this flood response

  • The Department of Social Development and the City of Mbombela for their leadership and coordination

  • Our committed volunteers and staff who worked tirelessly to ensure assistance reached affected families with care and dignity

Together, we continue to stand with communities in their time of need.


Partnerships save lives. Compassion restores hope.

Humanity in action.

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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.