Bikers and Triumph Motorcycles Deliver Bottled Water to Hammanskraal Amid Cholera Outbreak
In a remarkable display of unity and compassion, a group of dedicated bikers had stepped forward to aid the distressed community of Hammanskraal. These bikers had pledged to collect water donations as part of a relief initiative. Generous individuals who wished to contribute to this cause were encouraged to drop off their water bottles at Triumph Motorcycles, conveniently located at the intersection of South and Kramerville Roads in Sandton.
Donations were accepted from Monday to Friday, between 09:00 am and 4:00 pm, and on Saturdays from 09:00 am to 1:00 pm.The group of bikers, driven by their unwavering commitment to help those in need, had planned to gather the donated water from Triumph Motorcycles and deliver it to Hammanskraal on June 3, 2023The bikers, who are part of the South African Female Riders Forum, delivered over 1 Million litres of water in Hammanskraal.
The water was donated by the forum, Triumph Motorcycles and other groups of bikers who wanted to help the community during this difficult time. An estimate of 400 bikers heeded this call and as a result, more than 500 families benefitted from this initiative. An overall amount of close to R340 000 was spent to bring idea to fruition.Bikers were praised by Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, Judith Tshabalala, who said that their donation was a “much-needed relief” for the community.”I would like to thank the bikers and Triumph Motorcycles for their generosity and for coming together to help the people of Hammanskraal,” said Tshabalala. “This is a very difficult time for the community, and their donation will make a real difference.”
The cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal had been declared a national disaster, and the government had been working to provide clean water to the community. However, the water crisis in Hammanskraal is a long-standing one, and it will take time to fully resolve the issue.The bikers’ donation was a much-needed relief for the community, and it is a reminder that there are still good people in the world who are willing to help others in need.” We are just glad that we could help,” said biker Riri from Drop Squad Motorcycle Club. “We know that the people of Hammanskraal are going through a tough time, and we wanted to do something to make a difference.”Triumph Motorcycles also praised the bikers for their efforts, and said that they were proud to be a part of the initiative.”
We are committed to helping our communities, and we are proud to partner with the South African Female Riders Forum to deliver much-needed water to the people of Hammanskraal,” said one of the bikers. “We hope that this donation will help to ease the burden of the cholera outbreak and make a positive difference in the lives of the community.”The bikers’ donation is a positive example of how people can come together to help others in need. It is a reminder that there is still good in the world, even in the midst of a crisis.
