Health & Wellness
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Wildfire near Glencairn Expressway still burning
Firefighters are still battling a blaze that had erupted near the Glencairn Expressway yesterday afternoon (Thursday 16 October).
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Firefighters battle blaze at Heathfield furniture restoration workshop
CAPE TOWN-Firefighters are battling a blaze in the Heathfield area this morning (Thursday 16 October), after a building that served as a furniture-restoration facility had caught fire.
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Western Cape childhood vaccination rates drop critically
Western Cape childhood vaccination rates drop to 67.4%, sparking measles outbreaks. Parents urged to prioritize free immunizations immediately
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Toughest Firefighter Alive 2025: Cape Town’s best blaze through national challenge
Two local firefighters scooped top honours at the Toughest Firefighter Alive competition this year.
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Groote Schuur Hospital Trust staff to run marathon to fund emergency equipment
The goal is to raise R20 million to fund essential medical equipment, including ventilators, patient monitors, and ultrasound machines.
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Sportswoman of the Year: Muizenberg High’s Sibahle Gabiso earns top goalkeeper award
A learner from Muizenberg made her school proud after being crowned the best goalkeeper at a soccer tournament.
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Cape Town NGO uses surf therapy to support youth on World Mental Health Day
To honour those facing mental health challenges, more than 80 people gathered on Muizenberg Beach on Friday, 10 October. The event, known as an Immersion Session, coincided with World Mental…
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Supporting Cape Flats youth: Zandvlei Athletic Club calls for community backing
The club aims to develop and support the youth in underserved areas where they often face a lack of opportunities, positive role models and safe spaces, explained chair Waleed Allie.
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Noordhoek gardening team appeals for support to beautify public spaces
A team of volunteers is hard at work beautifying the gardens in the Noordhoek area and is appealing for assistance.
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Muizenberg High honours star athletes at annual sports awards in Cape Town
Muizenberg High celebrated their star athletes during the school’s annual sports awards evening on Wednesday 1 October.
