Kia Motors South Africa share the load of COVID-19 relief
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused its fair share of destruction the world over with many countries having to implement drastic measures which have seemingly drastic results on their economy and people.
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused its fair share of destruction the world over with many countries having to implement drastic measures which have seemingly drastic results on their economy and people. Here in South Africa, the same can be said and it is ever comforting to see local corporations stepping up and helping out, companies such as Kia Motors South Africa.
This week, Kia Motors South Africa, a subsidiary of Motus Corporation donated three Kia K2700 light commercial vehicles and three Kia Picanto STARTs to SANZAF (South African National Zakáh Fund) to assist the organisation in delivering food and other welfare support services to vulnerable communities during the COVID-19 lockdown. In addition, all three K2700 models will be equipped with lockable canopies which have been sponsored by Beekman Canopies, another Motus subsidiary.
The Kia K2700 comes with a 2.7-litre diesel engine that develops 62 kW and 165 N.m mated to a five-speed manual gearbox all of which enable the K2700 the ability to carry around 1 300 kg. The Kia K2700 also comes with an unlimited five-year warranty and a price tag of R287 995.
“It is really heartwarming to receive this generous donation from Kia Motors, these vehicles will go a long way to ease the load for our teams working on the ground, particularly in these difficult times when we are delivering door-to-door and practising social distancing. Having extra vehicles in circulation will definitely help us with our distributions in needy communities,” Yasmina Francke, CEO, SANZAF.
The South African National Zakah Fund is a socio-welfare and educational organisation that strives to facilitate the empowerment of needy families through the efficient collection and distribution of alms (Zakah) and donations in a proactive, cost-effective way through projects.
Kia’s donation to SANZAF is also supported by its local principal, Motus Corporation. As South Africa’s largest automotive group, grounded in the belief of using “Mobility for Good”, Motus fully supports the government’s efforts to contain the COVID-19 virus.
