AfriForum establishes disaster fund for Jagersfontein

AfriForum founded a disaster fund after the dam wall of the sludge dam at Jagersfontein collapsed on 11 September.

Several houses washed away, and the town experienced extensive damage. Many farmers suffered immense losses after the mud and floodwater washed over their land and swept everything away. Also reported were largescale livestock losses; one farmer lost 90% of his livestock.

The fund was established in collaboration with Saai to assist members of the community and farmers.

“It is important that we support the community in their time of need. In addition to other community members who have been receiving help from various sources, the farmers’ losses should not be underestimated. In many areas, pasture is completely flooded, and to help provide animal feed is, therefore, one of our priorities,” explains Corné Cronjé, manager of Community Structures for AfriForum.

We appeal to the public to support the fund. Donations can be transferred to the following account.

Account name:           AfriForum NPC

Branch Name:            FNB Centurion

Account number:        623 4989 8398

Branch Code:             261550

Reference:                 Damramp

“AfriForum has provided aerial assistance with search and rescue efforts since Sunday by deploying two drones. Drone pilots from AfriForum’s neighbourhood watch were instrumental in taking aerial photos of the area in question, identifying and manning safe landing zones to helicopter pilots,” adds Cronje.