Fire Response

Cape Town, Western Cape

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.

400 Individuals Assisted

STATUS OF RESPONSE: RESPONSE COMPLETED

In response to this crisis, Operation Blessing Manager, Johann Mostert, together with stakeholders from Living Hope, CT Disaster Risk Management and community leaders, coordinated a response outreach to the victims. CityHope provided 111 Hope Kits to assist approximately 400 individuals. The kits were distributed from the local Methodist Church by local Christian NGO, Living Hope.