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Released: 19th August 2011

Millions of people in some parts of Africa are suffering due to drought and The Salvation Army is among many South African institutions stepping in to help alleviate the crisis.

“Thousands of Africans have fled their homes in search of relief food, so dire are their circumstances,” said Captain Piet Semeno, Public Relations Secretary of The Salvation Army.

“Therefore we are appealing to members of the public to show kindness and assist us to ease this problem.”

The Salvation Army has dedicated its SMS service to this response. By SMSing the keyword FAMINE to 42290, members of the public can easily contribute R30 towards this cause. 

According to Captain Piet, The Salvation Army is adamant in offering its assistance not only to disadvantaged South Africans but to suffering people in neighbouring countries as well.

Also, as a way of paying tribute to the World Humanitarian Day (19^th August 2011); a day set aside to pay tribute to people who have lost their lives in charitable service and those who continue to bring assistance and relief to millions of people, the international movement will be using its resources in order to do what it can to alleviate some of the suffering that is occurring in the affected parts of Africa.

“The donations and support from members of our community at large enable us to provide food and shelter for the helpless,” said Captain Semeno. “The need is as great as ever, especially with the famine experienced in some areas in Africa."

In addition to the SMS service, financial donations can also be made by depositing contributions directly in the following account:

The Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal, First National Bank, Braamfontein branch (251905),

Account number 50540087604.

Deposit slips should be faxed to 011-718-6796. 

Those wishing to donate in kind can contact The Salvation Army on 011 718 6746.

Other services provided by The Salvation Army include; providing relief shelters and food for people displaced by flooding, homes for babies and children with HIV/Aids, feeding schemes, centres for abused women and children, homes for abandoned children and prevention of human trafficking.

Last changed: Oct 28 2011 at 3:33 PM