The South African Red Cross Society (SARCS)

The South African Red Cross Society continues to respond to the devastating impact of floods and field fires across South Africa, delivering life-saving humanitarian assistance to affected communities while calling for collective support to reach those most in need.

SARCS joined a national panel on South Africa’s Early Warnings for All (EW4All) Roadmap, calling for urgent investment and collaboration to strengthen community resilience against climate risks. 🇿🇦 #SARCS #EarlyWarningsForAll #OnTheSideOfHumanity #AlwaysNeededAlwaysThere

Strengthening humanitarian ties 🇿🇦🤝🇹🇿 The South African Red Cross Society hosted David Kihenzile, President of the Tanzania Red Cross Society, during his visit to SA—reinforcing collaboration and shared commitment to humanity. #SARCS #HumanitarianDiplomacy #OnTheSideOfHumanity

“Being a woman leader in the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement means leading with empathy, purpose and a commitment to ensuring that the voices of women, girls and those most at risk are heard and reflected in humanitarian action.” Our Senior Officer for Protection, Gender and Inclusion, Maureen Wangechi, highlights that empowering women and girls is essential for building resilient communities. As we continue celebrating women, we reaffirm our commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of women everywhere. #IWD2026 #ForAllWomenAndGirls

Day 1 of the Resource Mobilisation & Strategic Partnerships Alignment Workshop with @RedcrossSa is underway, hosted by @ifrc Pretoria Cluster.

Since late December 2025, relentless rains and overflowing rivers have caused devastating floods across Mozambique affecting more than 650,000 people and severely damaging homes, livelihoods, crops, water systems and critical infrastructure. The Mozambique Red Cross, with support from the IFRC, is evacuating at-risk communities, delivering emergency relief, providing health and WASH support, and scaling up early recovery assistance. To support the response, the @IFRC has launched an Emergency Appeal aiming to support the Mozambique Red Cross in assisting 75,000 people affected by the floods. ifrc.org/emergency/moza…

@RedcrossSa volunteers have been conducting flood reassessments in Moses Kotane Local Municipality, North West. Following recent floods, 103 households were affected. This will assist with identifying priority needs and guide humanitarian support as recovery continues.

남아프리카공화국 림포포 지역은 계속되는 홍수로 큰 영향을 받고 있습니다. 남아프리카공화국적십자사의 자원봉사자들은 현재 차쿠마 마을에서 현장 상황을 보고 있으며, 피해를 입은 이재민에게 심리사회적 지지(PSS)를 제공하며 이재민에게 정서적 돌봄과 위로를 전하고 있습니다.

In times of war, neutrality is not indifference. It is a deliberate way of working to be able to help without taking sides, allowing us to reach those who need it most.

We cannot forget Jamaica. Three months on from Hurricane Melissa, Red Cross volunteers across Jamaica continue to support families with care, dignity, and hope, long after the headlines fade. Now is when your support matters most. 👉bit.ly/4oHSk4b

The ICRC has a unique role in promoting and disseminating the rules of war, like international humanitarian law (IHL). Parties to armed conflicts, international bodies, courts, and tribunals worldwide have the main responsibility to comply with and uphold the laws of war 👇🏽

📍Gaza | We share our heartfelt condolences to the family, colleagues & friends of Hussein Hasan Hussein Al-Sumairy, who was killed today while providing emergency medical service in Khan Yunis. Medical personnel & humanitarian workers must be able to carry out their work safely.

.@CruzVermelhaMOZ distributing govt early warning messages in Zambezia as part of early action protocol for #floods activated in late Dec; emergency appeal worth 7m CHF now issued; @IFRC_DREF adds #SouthAfrica to list of flood-affected countries assisted - bit.ly/3Mc98mn

Three days of collaboration and forward-looking dialogue at the Youth Africa Leadership Academy (YALA) Co-Creation Workshop in Mozambique 🇲🇿. Bringing together young leaders, National Societies and partners to shape the future of youth leadership across Africa. Supported through financing by @crocerossa, the event featured remarks from our IFRC Africa Deputy Regional Director @PKremer1 on the critical reach and impact of the youth in shaping resilient communities.

SARCS, in partnership with Old Mutual, today distributed 220 food parcels and hygiene packs to vulnerable families in Mbombela, led by the Member of the Executive Council for Social Development and the Member of the Mayoral Committee of the City of Mbombela. #sarcs #floodrelief

Productive engagement between @IFRC_Africa Pretoria Cluster Delegation, @DIRCO_ZA Humanitarian Affairs Department, and @RedCrossSA. Fruitful discussions on strengthening collaboration and expanding areas of humanitarian cooperation to better serve vulnerable communities.

Communities in Limpopo, South Africa, continue to be affected by ongoing floods. @RedcrossSa Musina Branch volunteers are currently conducting assessments in Tshakhuma village, where the situation remains challenging. Alongside these assessments, volunteers are providing psychosocial support (PSS) to affected communities, offering emotional care and much-needed relief during this difficult time.

To support SARCS’ efforts, visit: 🌐 redcross.org.za/donate-now/ ☎️ +27 10 022 4197

The South African Red Cross Society continues to respond to the devastating impact of floods and field fires across South Africa, delivering life-saving humanitarian assistance to affected communities while calling for collective support to reach those most in need.

Disaster management teams in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province continue to assess the damage following several days of torrential rainfall across parts of the region. Siyabonga Hlatshwayo, Manager at @RedcrossSa in KwaZulu-Natal, speaks to @TsepisoMakwetla. #AfricaWorldHour #KwaZuluNatal #SouthAfrica #DisasterManagement #Floods #HumanitarianResponse

Yellow level 4 warning: Disruptive rain Affected area: northern parts of Limpopo Validity period: 20 January 2026. #saws #weatheroutlook #southafricanweather