
Responding to the aftermath
It’s been more than 2 months since flash floods hit KwaZulu-Natal leaving nearly 450 people dead and displacing thousands within eThekwini Municipality after their houses were destroyed or damaged. In this time, our teams have been on the ground assisting the most vulnerable communities.
We have seen water return to the taps of some areas where many are homeless, such as Dassenhoek and KwaNgedezi, only for it to disappear again. Clearly it will be a long time before consistent flow can be achievedDanish Malik, MSF’s water and sanitation coordinator in Durban
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As we continue to respond to the increasing needs of South African's affected by the flooding in KZN, we appeal to you to consider donating today.
A dedicated, restricted fund has been set up for the KZN flooding emergency. To make a direct deposit or EFT, please use our banking details below. Alternatively, click on the 'Donate Now' button to donate via bank card.
Bank: | Nedbank |
Bank account: | 1944209425 |
Branch code: | 194405 |
Branch name: | Parktown |
Account type: | Current |
Reference details: | Please use the word KZN + your contact number (e.g. KZN0861231234) |
It’s been more than 2 months since flash floods hit KwaZulu-Natal leaving nearly 450 people dead and displacing thousands within eThekwini Municipality after their houses were destroyed or damaged. In this time, our teams have been on the ground assisting the most vulnerable communities.
Currently, our main areas of intervention include:
- Clean water supply, sanitation and hygiene
- Monitoring diseases outbreaks
- Medical and mental healthcare
As we continue to respond to the increasing needs of South African's affected by the flooding in KZN, we appeal to you to consider donating today.
A dedicated, restricted fund has been set up for the KZN flooding emergency. To make a direct deposit or EFT, please use our banking details below. Alternatively, click on the 'Donate Now' button to donate via bank card.
Bank: | Nedbank |
Bank account: | 1944209425 |
Branch code: | 194405 |
Branch name: | Parktown |
Account type: | Current |
Reference details: | Please use the word KZN + your contact number (e.g. KZN0861231234) |