The South African Red Cross Society (SARCS) @RedcrossSa

From treatment areas to essential supplies, every detail matters when thousands take on the Ultimate Human Race. You will also spot familiar recovery essentials at our station such as our First Aid Kits and Deep Heat, supporting our volunteers as they assist runners on race day.

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Before the first runners arrive, the work is already underway. At the Comrades Marathon in KwaZulu-Natal, our KZN volunteers were up before sunrise, setting up the First Aid Station and preparing to support athletes throughout the day. #ComradesMarathon #Comrades2026

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Day 2 of the ongoing joint monitoring in Ga-Begwa, Limpopo. Just outside of Thohoyandou together with local authorities and traditional leadership and the beneficiaries. We are also launching the @IFRC_DREF together with @IFRCAfrica to foster accountability

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Mercy Laker @MercyLaker

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Currently in Ha-Begwa, Thohoyandou, South Africa, with @RedcrossSa and @ifrc Pretoria teams for the distribution of blankets, mattresses, and hygiene and dignity packs to community members affected by floods earlier this year, supported by @ifrc_DREF

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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

“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

“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

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The @ifrc & @RedcrossSa convened partners last evening under the theme “Investing in Africa’s Resilience Today.” linkedin.com/posts/mercy-la… #GlobalClimateResilience #InvestingInResilience

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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“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.

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.

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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

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.

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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

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

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

🌍 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

To contribute to the disaster visit: redcross.org.za/donate-now/

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