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Gauteng Education Department warns of alarming rise in school fire incidents

The Gauteng Department of Education is sounding the alarm as it grapples with a troubling surge in fire incidents affecting schools across the province. With 29 reported incidents between the 2021/22 and 2025/26 financial years, urgent concerns are mounting over the safety measures currently in place at educational institutions.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Tragic fire in Mayfair leads to MMC's decisive action against unsafe property

Following a devastating fire that claimed the lives of four toddlers in an unlicensed daycare, MMC Dr. Mgcini Tshwaku has taken immediate action to shut down the property, citing severe by-law violations and prioritising community safety.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Tshwane honours fallen firefighters on International Firefighters' Day

Tshwane's Emergency Services Department commemorated International Firefighters' Day with a heartfelt ceremony honouring fallen heroes and celebrating the dedication of current firefighters.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

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.

Cape Argus News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

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.

News Environment
Thobeka Ngema|Published