South African COVID-19 Heroes
While some are dreaming about which restaurant they are going to visit when the lockdown ends, or how they wish their kids were back at school or them back at work, there are thousands of people who can't afford or don't have access to essential food or health supplies.
Image Courtesy One Humanity
There are organisations who are working tirelessly to get these essential services and products to those in need.
Many would like to assist those in need, but are not sure how.
We have compiled a list of a few organisations which you can donate to, or who need volunteers. We will update the list as we receive new information.
If you know an organisation or if your organisation would like to be added to the list, please e-mail us at howzit@iloveza.com
One Humanity
In support of the COVID-19 response initiative in the Kwa-Zulu Natal region, One Humanity Foundation are providing assistance to distressed families and frontline workers in the form of food hampers, hygiene packs and sanitizer packs.
More information below:
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Smartboy Food Services
Smartboy Food Services have offered assistance by providing a service where they will be delivering oats, maize meal and rice to organisations assisting in disaster relief.
More information below:
Image Courtesy Smartboy Food Services
Sofra Istanbul
Turkish restaurant, Sofra Istanbul in Durban is making masks at a cost of R20. All proceeds from their "Ertugul Masks" will be donated to Gift of the Givers to assist their efforts in helping those facing food shortages during the Coronavirus.
They have partnered with a local women owned manufacturer that produces masks for the elderly.
The fabric is: Triple layered, extra pleated, breathable, washable, adjustable elastic for comfort, extra inner prevents droplets flowing in, and adheres to all required government specs.
To order WhatsApp 082 305 0086 or follow them on Instagram - @sofraistanbulsa
Image Courtesy Sofra Istanbul
Penny Appeal
Amidst the global COVID-19 outbreak and lockdown of South Africa, the Yusuf Islam Foundation has partnered with local humanitarian organisation, Penny Appeal South Africa, to provide an emergency relief of hygiene and food packs to vulnerable communities across the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal.
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SDI Force
Johannesburg has 15 000 homeless who are in need of urgent attention. These people are scared, hungry and desperate, SDI Force are in the process of distributing Emergency Relief Items such as food packs, Covid-19 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), shelter, sleeping bags and apparel to those in need.
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Polo
Polo South Africa has committed to helping the City of Cape Town through pledging 250 000 cotton fabric masks to be distributed to commuters and essential services across the country.
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Ford
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has commenced production of 57 000 protective face shields that will be donated to front-line medical and essential services personnel who are most at risk of contracting the COVID-19 virus that has spread worldwide
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REGENT Business School
Hundreds of reusable face masks and protective face shields that are being produced at REGENT Business School’s iLeadLABs using 3D printed parts will be donated to healthcare professionals in the public sector.
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Thava Restaurant
Thava Indian Restaurant is responding to the desperate need for food in disadvantaged communities during the COVID-19 Lockdown with hundreds of hearty, hot and nutritious meals on a daily basis.
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Steyn City
Steyn City Foundation is showing its care for the members of the neighbouring Diepsloot community with the delivery of 3 000 parcels -comprising fresh produce and soap - to key vulnerable centres and NPOs on Thursday 9 April.
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Snapplify
South African Edtech company, Snapplify, who specialise in the enablement of digital learning by establishing a marketplace for digital education content, related educational services, and devices, are offering learners FREE South African e-textbooks for the rest of the year.
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DEFY
A leading manufacturer of home appliances, DEFY has heeded President Ramaphosa’s call for technical and industrial organisations to focus on the manufacture of non-invasive ventilators to assist South Africans afflicted with COVID-19.
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Jaguar Land Rover
Jaguar Land Rover South Africa and the Minnie Dlamini Foundation have joined forces to help feed orphans and elderly around the country who may not have access to regular meals during the COVID-19 lockdown.
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Salaam Foundation
Amidst the global COVID-19 outbreak and lockdown, popular South African celebrities and influencers have thrown their weight behind the Salaam Foundation campaign to help get Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to medical and relief workers.
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