Chappus – Umhlanga Rocks Fire – March 2017

Chappus – Umhlanga Rocks Fire – March 2017

Local Disaster

A fire destroying 40 shacks caused devastation to a small community in the informal area of Chappus in Umhlanga Rocks near the N2 freeway. The start of the fire was unknown but the blaze soon became uncontrollable. Fortunately no one was hurt in the incident.CityHope...
Carletonville Fire – February 2017

Carletonville Fire – February 2017

Local Disaster

Our general manager received a call from a community member within a small informal settlement known as “Slovo” near Carletonville in Gauteng. The lady named “Tabitha” was distraught following a fire which took place in her home village destroying nearly 100 shacks...
Durban Flood Victims – July 2016

Durban Flood Victims – July 2016

Local Disaster

The Challenge With heavy snow and excessive rains this weekend, severe flooding has been caused with flash floods in some parts of the province, with the greater Durban area being the most affected. Response WE WILL BE RESPONDING TO FLOOD VICTIMS THROUGH THE PROVISION...
Malawi Drought Response – July 2016

Malawi Drought Response – July 2016

International Disaster

The ChallengeMalawi Drought Response | From experiencing floods a year ago, to now facing a severe drought, CityHope is responding once again in partnership with Future Life and City Logistics in committing to send food aid to Malawi. ResponseThe truck that will be...
Durban Informal Settlement Fire | July 2016

Durban Informal Settlement Fire | July 2016

Local Disaster

The Challenge Durban informal settlement fire leaves scores homeless. Around 200 people have been left homeless after 80 shacks were destroyed in a fire in Sea Cow Lake, north of Durban yesterday. Response CityHope Disaster Relief is sending 300 blankets and clothing...