Master Sends Loving Relief to Quake-Affected in Malawi

By South Africa Relief Team (Originally in English)

On December 20, 2009, a powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck the district of Karonga, Malawi, causing widespread damage to residential as well as commercial buildings and taking the lives of at least three people. In addition, approximately 200 others were injured and 270,000 residents were evacuated as several aftershocks triggered further destruction to the already weakened structures.

Along with Her prayers and heartfelt sympathy, Supreme Master Ching Hai contributed US$10,000 in relief funds. She asked our Association members to help those affected, including the elderly, the orphaned and families who had lost loved ones.

The team traveled to Karonga and worked with the local Red Cross to purchase and distribute relief supplies to the needy, many of whom were living in temporary shelters. The people thanked Master for Her help, and in good spirits quickly began the work of rebuilding their homes.

We thank Malawi's Department of Relief and Disaster Management Affairs and the Malawi Red Cross for providing tents for the displaced and for working with our Association members to bring comfort to those affected by the quake.

Receipts in South African Rand 73,722.48 (Approx. US$10,296) for relief supplies purchased in Malawi

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