In the early morning hours of May 26, 2025, tragedy struck the Marikana informal settlement in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, when a devastating shack fire claimed the lives of six family members and left a young girl fighting for her life in hospital. The fire not only destroyed their family home but also left the surviving child and the entire community reeling with grief and uncertainty. There is an urgent need for compassion and immediate assistance as the family faces overwhelming loss and hardship.

Every donation will help provide funeral expenses for the six lost lives, essential medical care and rehabilitation for the critically injured child, and immediate necessities such as temporary shelter, food, and clothing. Funds will also support the long-term future of the surviving child, ensuring she has the resources and hope to recover and rebuild. Transparency and accountability will be maintained throughout, with regular updates on how each contribution is ma...