The South African Red Cross Society (SARCS)

Official X account for The South African Red Cross Society. Posts about our humanitarian interventions in South Africa. Always Needed, Always There

[The South African Red Cross Society (SARCS) @RedcrossSa]

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.

[Mail & Guardian @mailandguardian]

Sponsored: “We are witnessing growing strain on international, humanitarian law, and on the institutions designed to protect civilians and preserve human dignity during times of conflict and crisis. We have witnessed attacks on humanitarian actors” - Mothibedi Panyane, President of The South African Red Cross Society speaking during the launch of the Global Climate Resilience Platform on the current challenges faced by humanitarian organisations.

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience @ifrc @IFRCAfrica @RedCrossSa

[Mail & Guardian @mailandguardian]

“South Africa continues to navigate difficult social and economic pressures. Rising unemployment, poverty, food insecurity, and tensions between locals and migrants remind us that social cohesion cannot be taken for granted. The spirit of Ubuntu must continuously
be renewed through action, dialogue, and shared humanity.” - Mothibedi Panyane, President of The South African Red Cross Society speaking at the launch of the Global Climate Resilience Platform.

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience @ifrc @IFRCAfrica @RedCrossSa

[Mail & Guardian @mailandguardian]

“Ultimately, the Ubuntu Initiative is about reducing vulnerability before disasters happen, lowering future response costs, and building stronger communities, stronger markets, and stronger economies across the region.”- Nena Stoiljkovic, Under Secretary General for Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization IFRC, speaking at the launch of the Global Climate Resilience Platform.

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience @ifrc @IFRCAfrica @RedCrossSa

[Mercy Laker @MercyLaker]

The @IFRC & @RedcrossSa convened partners last evening under the theme “Investing in Africa’s Resilience Today.”
https://t.co/8KvC7sQDMY

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience

[Cherotich @fkcherotich]

What a week!!! and the momentum is real. @IFRCAfrica & @RedcrossSa engaged dimplomats, DFIs & private sector on “Investing in Africa’s Resilience Today! Climate resilience is a business & investment priority, not just humanitarian. Energy high. Appetite growing. Opportunity huge.

[Mail & Guardian @mailandguardian]

Sponsored: “At the heart of this mandate are our volunteers and members. Our volunteers carry the Red Cross emblem into communities with courage, discipline and compassion. Our members preserve the democratic life, local ownership and accountability of the Society. Together, they give SARCS its legitimacy: a National Society that is not parachuted into communities, but built from within them.” - Mothibedi Panyane, President of The South African Red Cross Society speaking during the launch of the Global Climate Resilience Platform.

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience @ifrc @IFRCAfrica @RedCrossSa

[Mail & Guardian @mailandguardian]

Sponsored: The launch of the Global Climate Resilience Platform is currently underway in Johannesburg. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and The South African Red Cross Society (SARCS), in partnership with the Mail & Guardian, have brought together leaders, investors and changemakers to drive real partnerships for resilience.

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience @ifrc @IFRCAfrica @RedCrossSa

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

The IFRC and @RedcrossSa today convened diplomatic partners and key stakeholders for a Diplomatic Breakfast in Pretoria, South Africa, under the Global Climate Resilience Platform.

This engagement aims to advance collaboration, investment and collective action for climate resilience across Southern Africa.

As climate-related disasters continue to intensify — stronger partnerships between humanitarian actors, governments and the private sector are critical to strengthening preparedness, protecting vulnerable communities and building long-term resilience.

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience

[IFRC @ifrc]

“Trust has become our greatest ally. Working with communities is essential to stop the transmission of Ebola.”

Speaking to @BBCWorld, @IFRC’s Catherine Kamatu highlights the Red Cross response on the ground in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as Ebola cases continue to surge.

The @IFRC has launched an emergency appeal to support @croix_rouge_rdc in providing life-saving assistance.

[Mercy Laker @MercyLaker]

We are pleased to be joined this morning in Pretoria by @NenaStoijkovic, IFRC Under Secretary General for Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization, for the Diplomatic Breakfast on the Global Climate Resilience Platform.

[Mail & Guardian @mailandguardian]

Sponsored: Only 3 days left until the official launch of the Global Climate Resilience Platform. Hosted by the South African Red Cross Society and the IFRC, in partnership with the Mail & Guardian, this event will spotlight bold ideas and collaborative solutions under the theme Investing in Africa’s Resilience.

🗓️ Date: 28 May 2026

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience @ifrc @IFRCAfrica @RedCrossSa

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

This week, Red Cross National Society leaders from across Southern Africa are meeting in Maputo for the Southern Africa Partnership of Red Cross Societies.

The opening brought together Red Cross National Society leadership, Movement partners, Government representatives and members of the diplomatic community in #Mozambique, reflecting the importance of collective action in addressing the region’s humanitarian challenges.

As humanitarian needs continue to grow across the region, #SAPRCS remains key to strengthening preparedness, response, localisation and support to communities facing increasingly complex challenges.

[Mail & Guardian @mailandguardian]

Sponsored: The countdown is moving fast. In just 6 days, the South African Red Cross Society and the IFRC, in partnership with the Mail & Guardian, will officially debut the Global Climate Resilience Platform: Investing in Africa’s Resilience.

We are setting the stage for critical conversations on building sustainable, community-led solutions across the continent.

🗓️ Date: 28 May 2026

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience @ifrc @IFRCAfrica @RedCrossSa

[Mail & Guardian @mailandguardian]

Sponsored: Only 7 days left until we launch! Preparations are underway for the launch of the Global Climate Resilience Platform. Together with the South African Red Cross Society, IFRC, in partnership with the Mail & Guardian, we are ready to drive real change for community-led climate resilience across Africa.

🗓️ Date: 28 May 2026

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience @ifrc @IFRCAfrica @RedCrossSa

[Mail & Guardian @mailandguardian]

Sponsored: In just 8 days, the South African Red Cross Society and the IFRC, in partnership with the Mail & Guardian, will officially launch the Global Climate Resilience Platform. Under the theme 'Investing in Africa’s Resilience', we are bringing together key voices to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of our time.

🗓️ Date: 28 May 2026

#GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience @ifrc @IFRCAfrica @RedCrossSa

[Mercy Laker @MercyLaker]

🌍 Just 9 days to go!
Join us on 28 May 2026 for The Launch of the Global Climate Resilience Platform - investing in Africa’s resilience for a sustainable future.
Hosted by @IFRCAfrica Pretoria & @RedcrossSa.
#GlobalClimateResilience
#InvestinInResilience
@mailandguardian

[The South African Red Cross Society (SARCS) @RedcrossSa]

To contribute to the disaster visit:
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[The South African Red Cross Society (SARCS) @RedcrossSa]

Happy International World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day.

We remain #UnitedInHumanity

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

#WorldImmunizationWeek is a reminder to continue investing in safe and effective vaccines.

Together we must continue working with communities to guarantee that millions of children have access to life-saving vaccines.

The IFRC calls on world leaders to step up and ensure that everyone, everywhere has access to vaccines, tests, and treatments.

#HumanlyPossible

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

Following severe thunderstorms in Free State, South Africa, @RedcrossSa volunteers and local authorities are on the ground conducting assessments to determine the extent of damage to homes, infrastructure, and access routes, as well as identifying affected households and prioritising urgent needs.

Efforts are focused on providing relief and supporting early recovery.