CityHope Disaster Relief
Responding to disasters locally & Internationally
We deliver disaster aid to communities and nations affected by disaster situations irrespective of race, religion, culture, ethnicity or political affiliation
Highlighted Responses
Madagascar Cyclone & Flood Response
Cyclone Cheneso hit Madagascar on the northern coast from January 19th to the 23rd, causing devastating damage to infrastructure such as houses and schools. The strong winds and heavy rainfall disrupted transportation by cutting off several national roads, making it difficult for people to get around. Tragically, the storm resulted in at least 138 fatalities and the destruction of hundreds of homes. Approximately 130,000 people have been displaced as a result.
Ukraine Refugee Response
The current Russian invasion of Ukraine began on February 24, 2022. As a result of the war that ensued, millions of Ukrainians fled their homeland as refugees.
Masiphumelele Informal Settlement Response
In October 2022, a fire ripped through Masiphumelele Informal Settlement in Cape Town. The fire left approximately 400 individuals destitute, without belongings or shelter.
Pietermaritzburg Flood Response
Earlier this month, the banks of the Msunduzi River in Pietermartizburg burst after heavy rainfall in the area, flooding many people's homes in various Pietermaritzburg communities.
Somalia Famine & Drought Response
After a gradual recovery from the food insecurity and famine of 2011, Somalia’s food security is once again under threat. The situation is becoming dire in rural areas due to many seasons of too little rain and low river water levels.
Makausi Informal Settlement, Fire Response
On Saturday, 22 October, a fire destroyed the homes of 7 individuals at Makausi informal settlement in Germiston. The people, including a 6-month-old baby boy, were left without shelter and belongings.
Crown Informal Settlement Fire Response
On Wednesday, 6 October, approximately 40 individuals were left stranded without food, clothing or any other belongings after a fire caused by an electrical fault destroyed their homes at the Crown flats settlement in Kenvillle, Durban.
Londonderry Informal Settlement Fire Response
On Monday, 3 October, 200 shacks were destroyed as fire ripped through Londonderry Informal Settlement in Durban. It is assumed that a stove, left unattended, was the cause of the fire. The fire left approximately 1000 individuals destitute, without belongings or shelter.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
We believe in the power of volunteers, businesses and partner organisations to help those in need.
Our partners & donors
We thank the following organisations for assisting us with funding, hands-on support and the donation of goods.
In 2022, we had the opportunity to assist not only South Africans affected by disasters, but we were able to reach disaster-stricken communities in five other countries as well. We are most grateful to our donors and volunteers who enable us to keep bringing hope when disaster strikes.