Entertainment company MultiChoice together with footballing giants Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs have joined forces in the fight against the novel coronavirus by distributing protective gear in South Africa.
Multichoice, Pirates and Chiefs have partnered with the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture to hand over 100 000 N 95 masks, 350 000 surgical masks, of which 75 000 will go to the police and 75000 will go to the Defence Force, 100 000 gloves, 10 000 protective overalls (jumpsuit), 10 000 wipes and 100 000 shoe covers.
MultiChoice Group Chairman, Imtiaz Patel said: “Given the direction and guidance of the Minister, we would like to acknowledge our nurses and doctors, our men in blue and our army personnel who have been on the frontline, placing themselves at risk in the fight against the virus and saving lives whilst the rest of us are required to stay at home per government’s call to do so.”
Irvin Khoza, chairman of Orlando Pirates Football Club said it was the responsibility of the club to help in this time of need.
“We recognise that the nationwide Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs supporters live in the same townships and suburbs and villages, even the same homes. Our supporters live, work and socialise together.
“It is the wisdom of this recognition that has strengthened our hands into collaborations into matters of national importance.
“Collaborations help us amplify efforts. The efforts of Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs have significantly been enhanced by our partner MultiChoice – a true corporate citizen that understands that its needs are not at odds with that of the nation.”
Kaizer Motaung, the chairman of Kaizer Chiefs Football Club said: “The sacrifices by those tasked with looking after those that have been infected will not yield the desired impact if we all don’t adhere to the regulations outlined by our government and stay at home.
“On that note, I am pleased to announce that our players – from both Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates – will embark on a nationwide social media public campaign in a bid to raise awareness and encourage everyone to stay at home and observe strict guidelines of personal hygiene to minimise the risk of getting infected.
“To ensure that our frontline workers are best served and protected, it calls on every one of us as citizens to ensure we play our part and observe government regulations to stay home.”
In partnership with ANA and Sports Leo
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