Mzansi celebs rolled up their sleeves to help KZN flood victims in 2022

Mzansi celebrities rolled up their sleeves and were involved in assisting destitute families after the tragic floods which hit KwaZulu-Natal in April. 

The torrential rains caused roads and bridges to collapse, swept away homes and caused fatal mudslides that claimed the lives of more than 400 people.

Deli Malinga

The actress started a campaign called Your Pain Is Our Pain. She said the non-profit organisation decided to intervene to help those affected.

They distributed a letter to colleagues and friends in the performing arts sector around Gauteng.

Sonia Mbele

The actress and businesswoman played her part.

Sonia donated 5,000 litres of her premium Alkamax 99% pure alkaline water valued at R80,000.

Ayanda Ncwane 

The businesswoman and reality TV star took to her Instagram recently to share with her followers that she was in KwaZulu-Natal and in her hometown, where she could see the destruction first-hand.

She made a plea for local businesses to assist families with essentials like water.

Tbo Touch and company

Tbo Touch, Zakes Bantwini, Nomcebo Zikode, DJ Tira and others are also lending a hand to flood victims and started a campaign called United Creatives of SA Relief.

He told Daily Sun their aim was to buy at least 20,000 blankets, 1,000 ventilated tents and tinned food. 

“None of us will manage the account and instead we are talking to a church to assist us. The flood victims will have to go to the identified church to prove they have been affected.”

Shauwn Mkhize and Royal AM

Businesswoman and reality TV star Shauwn Mkhize recruited her family, friends, employees and soccer team to help her bring relief to people affected by the floods. Taking to her Instagram to share the footage, MaMkhize said being able to help left her feeling “fulfilled”.

“The impact of this disaster is really heartbreaking. I’m glad we were able to show we care. What a fulfilling weekend. To my staff, family and friends, thank you for your hard work and selflessness.”

Support independent journalism by subscribing to the Sunday Times. Just R20 for the first month.