An official global appeal has launched in support of the popular Savalalo Markets that were destroyed by fire last week in Apia, Samoa.
The market was completely burned to the ground, with most stall holders and vendors losing their livelihood.
An account has been set up for the global Samoan and non-Samoan communities to make a donation that will go directly towards those affected.
Most of the people who ran stalls are uninsured, making it difficult and challenging for them to restart. For a lot of families, the Savalalo Markets was their main source of income.
It is hoped that the Savalalo Market Fundraising Appeal will help them get back on their feet.
Donations can be made from anywhere in the world to the following account:
Savalalo Market Fundraising Appeal
Account #: 12-3083-0318914-00
Swift Code: ASBBNZ2A; ASB Bank;
Westfield Manukau,
Auckland 1140,
New Zealand.
A fundraiser is also being held this weekend at the Otara Flea Market in Auckland.
To support the appeal and for further information, you can contact Pa'u Edwin Puni on (+6421) 618-082 or email edwin@puni.co.nz
The appeal will run for three weeks.