Ford SA has promised to make 57,000 face shields for front-line medical personnel and essential services workers who are most at risk of contracting Covid-19.
His said the pandemic was unprecedented and having a dramatic impact on the health of communities around the world while placing a massive strain on medical resources.
"We are urgently engaging with our component suppliers and business partners, and inviting them to come on board and assist us with raising funds for this important project," he said. "We welcome any contributions from individuals and companies across South Africa to support this initiative. Whether it’s R10, R10,000 or R100,000, every little bit counts," said Berry.
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