Coronavirus: Millions of masks and respirators arrive in South Africa for healthcare personnel By Estelle Ellis
The first bulk order of personal protective equipment ordered was via a new centralised partnership procuring on behalf of all hospitals in the country.According to Business4SA, the organisation handling the logistics on behalf of the partnership, there are another 784,000 KN95 respirators on their way as well as 550,000 surgical masks which will arrive in the country on Sunday night.
“As Business4South Africa, we are deeply humbled to be able to serve our country in its time of need. The leadership displayed by our President, and Minister of Health has been exemplary and has galvanised business into action to support our government’s efforts to combat and mitigate the impact of the pandemic,” he added.
This is led by the National Department of Health and the National Treasury’s Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, working in partnership with Business4South Africa , which is an alliance of volunteer resources from across SA business bodies, organisations and companies.
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