The Motsepe family has called on corporations with financial means to exercise “ubuntu” by contributing money to assist the government to combat the spread of Covid-19
chief executive Johan van Zyl, held a virtual media meeting on Saturday informing the public about their contribution and urged other companies to follow suit. on Monday to fight the virus by flattening the curve. , and the country has recorded its first death related to the virus. As of March 27, 28 537 tests had been conducted.
, which could mean that Covid-19 might affect them severely. This would place a further burden on the country’s health system. Their contribution comes after the country’s richest families, the Oppenheimers and the Ruperts, each pledged R1-billion toward assisting to tackle Covid-19. “We believe these efforts will make a meaningful contribution not only towards fighting the coronavirus, but also in developing the long-term sustainability of South Africans, particularly in poor and rural areas,” said Kirk. and urged people to consider the opportunities the current situation might present.
He said talks will take place to ensure that the money donated by the foundation helps small businesses during this time.
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