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Released: 30th August 2011

The Salvation Army International is aiming to raise US$1 million to assist in wiping out the famine in East Africa; a cause to which the Southern Africa Territory has already contributed R100,000.

“The drought and famine in East Africa has devastated many people and that is why we are stepping in to help alleviate the crisis,” said Captain Piet Semeno, The Salvation Army’s Public Relations Secretary.

“As a result, all The Salvation Army institutions around the globe, are working together to raise US$1 million.”

Captain Semeno said that the institution’s International Emergency Service team has just returned from an extensive assessment visit in the affected areas.

Subsequently, The Salvation Army has identified the following areas that they will focus on:

-  Water transportation to areas that have no local supply, and
- Food distribution in villages and schools for three months.

It will also bore holes on shallow well constructions to ensure further water security as well as provide support to local health centres with sanitation and bedding materials.

“Together with our colleagues in some parts of Africa, we have already developed several relief projects in consultation with the affected communities, local government departments and other relief agencies,” said Captain Semeno.

The Salvation Army is asking the public to help eradicate the drought by making use of its SMS service. 

By SMSing the keyword FAMINE to 42290, members of the public can easily contribute R30 towards this cause. 

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.

“We are appealing to members of the public to show kindness and assist us in easing the pain experienced by thousands,” he said. “Our calling requires us to offer assistance not only to poor South Africans but to those who need help in neighbouring countries as well.

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 3:37 PM