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Devastating fires in Cape Town displace over 100 residents; Gift of the Givers responds
Urgent support is mobilised as winter fires devastate informal settlements in Cape Town, displacing over 120 residents and highlighting the growing risk of fire hazards in these communities.
Winter fires devastate informal settlements, leaving over 120 residents homeless
Urgent support is mobilised as winter fires devastate informal settlements in Cape Town, displacing over 120 residents and highlighting the growing risk of fire hazards in these communities.
Winter fires devastate Cape Town's informal settlements, leaving over 120 residents homeless
Urgent support is mobilised as winter fires devastate informal settlements in Cape Town, displacing over 120 residents and highlighting the growing risk of fire hazards in these communities.
Fire at Cissie Gool House displaces dozens
The fire has left close to 50 people without shelter, bedding, or clothing, just as winter begins to bite.
Fire at Cissie Gool House displaces dozens and highlights housing failures in Cape Town
A fire at Cissie Gool House has displaced dozens of residents, reigniting criticism of the City of Cape Town's handling of housing and emergency preparedness.
One person killed, dozens displaced as fire rips through Durban informal settlement
A tragic fire has devastated the Effingham Informal Settlement, claiming the life of a young person and leaving many families homeless as authorities rush to provide aid.
ANC accused of failing Johannesburg’s residents in the wake of Usindiso fire tragedy
Following an oversight visit to Lillian Ngoyi Street and the Usindiso Building, DA provincial caucus leader, Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku, voiced her party’s frustration with the state of the rebuilding efforts.
How a night out ended in tragedy: Couple arrested after children die in shack fire
A couple from the Petsana informal settlement in the Free State has been arrested after their two young children tragically died in a shack fire.
Fire fighting efforts under scrutiny after Tokai fire
After the recent fires along the False Bay mountain areas, the focus shifts to recovery efforts and the city's fire preparedness amid public scrutiny.
Fire and Rescue Services confirm Table Mountain blaze is still not contained
The City of Cape Town’s Fire and Rescue Services confirm that the Table Mountain fire remains uncontained, raising concerns about its spread towards Chapman’s Peak. Stay informed on the latest developments.
WATCH: Firefighters battle ongoing blaze in Tokai
Firefighting teams from multiple agencies are racing against time to contain a raging wildfire in Table Mountain National Park, as they work to protect nearby communities from the advancing flames.
Fire crews race against time to contain wildfire at Table Mountain National Park
Fire crews are tirelessly battling an uncontained wildfire at Table Mountain National Park, working to prevent it from devastating nearby communities and ecosystems.
Firefighting efforts intensify as wildfire rages in Table Mountain National Park
Firefighting teams from multiple agencies are racing against time to contain a raging wildfire in Table Mountain National Park, as they work to protect nearby communities from the advancing flames.
On the ground: Animal Welfare Society responds to the ongoing Table Mountain fire
Amid the ongoing Table Mountain fires, the Animal Welfare Society of South Africa is working tirelessly to assist affected animals, while City Fire and Rescue Services continue to battle the flames.
Animal Welfare Society on the ground as the Table Mountain fire still rages on
The Animal Welfare Society of South Africa is overwhelmed with emergency calls as it mobilises teams to assist animals affected by the raging Table Mountain fires.
PICS: Fire destroys 11 classrooms at Riverlea High School in Gauteng
A fire at Riverlea High School in Gauteng has left 11 classrooms in ruins, prompting urgent action from the Gauteng Department of Education to minimise disruption for affected learners.
Firefighters battle raging Table Mountain blaze: One injured
Firefighters from the City of Cape Town are on high alert as they tackle a raging fire on Table Mountain, which began on Friday in Tokai.
Firefighters battle raging blazes in Table Mountain's upper Tokai and Silvermine areas
Firefighters are battling multiple wildfires in Table Mountain National Park, with one blaze threatening popular hiking trails and prompting evacuations. Authorities are urging the public to stay away from affected areas as firefighting efforts continue.
Table Mountain Fire: Blazes rage in upper Tokai and Silvermine as firefighting efforts intensify
Wildfires that broke out on Friday in the Lower and Upper Tokai areas have flared up again, advancing toward Silvermine Dam due to strong winds. Preliminary investigations suggest the fires were started deliberately.
Risk-based inspection ordered at Tembisa Hospital after fire outbreaks
The Office of Health Standards Compliance, a safety regulator, will conduct a risk-based inspection at Thembisa Hospital after two fire incidents raised concerns.
Malvern family faces tragedy after fire claims home and puppies
A Malvern family is devastated after a fire destroyed their home and claimed the lives of three puppies. As they navigate their loss, the community steps in to offer support
Tongaat mother succumbs to injuries from tragic arson attack
Jennifer Naidoo sustained burns to more than 80% of her body during an arson attack.
Tembisa Hospital Fires: ‘Public urged to seek help elsewhere as emergency and outpatient care halted,’ says Phaahla
Deputy Health Minister Joe Phaahla has urged patients to use nearby hospitals after a second fire at Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital destroyed patient files and disrupted emergency services.
Another fire erupts at Tembisa Hospital, raising concerns over safety
In a distressing turn of events, Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital in Ekurhuleni has been engulfed in flames once again, following a previous fire days earlier.
Fire breaks out at Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital, following previous blaze
A second fire at Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital raises urgent concerns as recovery efforts from the previous blaze are underway, prompting investigations into safety measures.