Valterra Platinum Provides Essential Supplies to Flood-Affected Communities in Phalaborwa
06 March, 2026
On Thursday, 26 February, Valterra Platinum, together with the Limpopo provincial authorities, visited Phalaborwa to provide essential supplies to 754 households affected by the January 2026 floods.
The floods caused significant devastation, including loss of life, extensive damage to bridges, disruptions to water and electricity supply, and major interruptions to economic activity.
Valterra Platinum’s Executive Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Yvonne Mfolo joined Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba and MEC for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure, Ernest Rachoene, to provide essential relief supplies and support to flood victims.
Mfolo emphasised that while material assistance cannot reverse the extent of the damage, Valterra Platinum is commitment to standing with residents during this difficult period.
“As we present these contributions, we understand they may not solve all your challenges,” said Mfolo. “But they symbolise that we are with you. We are thinking about you. Re tšepha gore tše ditla thuša mo dikgonago go thuša gona.”
She also highlighted the critical role of private sector and government collaboration in addressing disasters of this scale.
“As communities, business and government institutions work together, we strengthen our ability to achieve maximum impact.”
In her remarks, Premier Ramathuba recognised Valterra Platinum for extending support beyond its operational footprint to assist the people of Phalaborwa, while calling on businesses to contribute meaningfully to socio-economic development.
As a responsible corporate citizen, Valterra Platinum remains committed to supporting its host communities, particularly during times of hardship. This support reflects the company’s long-standing approach to responsible mining, which integrates community wellbeing and sustainability into its operations. Guided by its purpose of unearthing value to better our world, Valterra Platinum focuses on practical interventions that provide immediate relief while contributing to long-term resilience and recovery.
Standing together to support communities in need
A total of 754 households across Limpopo’s Mopani district received care packs at the recent outreach initiative. The areas supported included Maruleng (140 households), Greater Letaba (87 households), Greater Giyani (212 households), Tzaneen (69 households), and Ba-Phalaborwa (246 households).
Each care pack was prepared to provide meaningful and practical support to the affected families, and they include essential food, household items, and basic toiletries.