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Farm Worker Relief Fund

12 November 2006

Following my earlier statement as well as the press conference by the Acting Premier, Mr Leonard Ramatlakane on the establishment of a relief fund for the next of kin who died in the tragic accident at Faure near Somerset West this morning:

Agri Western Cape has kindly agreed to administer the relief fund in conjunction with my office and have made special arrangements for a dedicated account at ABSA.

The details are as follow:
Agri Wes-Kaap Plaaswerkers Rampfonds
Acc: 9173978050
ABSA Paarl
Branch Code: 632005

All individuals, organizations, role-players in agriculture and agri businesses are encouraged to contribute to the fund.
(Please note: Although the account has been opened it will only be active from 09:00 on 14 November 2006.)

Media Enquiries: 

Enquiries:
Alie van Jaarsveld
Spokesperson
Ministry of Agriculture: Western Cape
Tel: 021 483 4930
Fax: 021 483 3890
Email: avjaarsv@pgwc.gov.za