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UJ Optometry Initiative Brings Clearer Vision to People Living with Albinism
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The University of Johannesburg is helping improve eyesight and quality of life for people living with albinism through a community eye care initiative.
The University of Johannesburg Optometry Department has been conducting eye examinations at its low vision clinic, with beneficiaries set to receive free prescription spectacles during a handover event in Katlehong on 13 June.
The initiative forms part of International Albinism Awareness Day and focuses on improving access to essential eye care services for those who often face visual challenges linked to the condition.
Organisers say the programme is aimed at improving independence, learning opportunities and daily living for participants.
The University of Johannesburg Optometry Department has been conducting eye examinations at its low vision clinic, with beneficiaries set to receive free prescription spectacles during a handover event in Katlehong on 13 June.
The initiative forms part of International Albinism Awareness Day and focuses on improving access to essential eye care services for those who often face visual challenges linked to the condition.
Organisers say the programme is aimed at improving independence, learning opportunities and daily living for participants.
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AfriPaw Expands Pet Care Services to Seawinds Community
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AfriPaw Animal Welfare has expanded its work in the Vrygrond area with a second Pet Clinic in Seawinds, bringing veterinary care closer to township pets.
For nearly a decade, the organisation has provided free sterilisations, basic healthcare and food support in low-income communities. The new clinic, based at Zerilda Park Primary School, treated 177 pets on its opening day.
AfriPaw says the expansion helps remove barriers to veterinary care in Seawinds, an area with limited access to services.
The initiative is supported by partners including the Animal Welfare Society of SA and TEARS Animal Rescue, with funding from The Edgard & Cooper Foundation and Boehringer Ingelheim.
For nearly a decade, the organisation has provided free sterilisations, basic healthcare and food support in low-income communities. The new clinic, based at Zerilda Park Primary School, treated 177 pets on its opening day.
AfriPaw says the expansion helps remove barriers to veterinary care in Seawinds, an area with limited access to services.
The initiative is supported by partners including the Animal Welfare Society of SA and TEARS Animal Rescue, with funding from The Edgard & Cooper Foundation and Boehringer Ingelheim.
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67 Blankets Delivers 3,000 Blankets to Vulnerable Communities
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67 Blankets has marked a major milestone after distributing 3,000 handmade blankets to people in need across Gauteng.
The 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day says the latest distribution has cleared its Gauteng headquarters shelves, with blankets sent to hospitals, old age homes and community organisations.
The movement is driven by volunteer “KnitWits” who knit, sew and crochet blankets throughout the year, supporting ongoing outreach efforts linked to Mandela Day.
Organisers say the empty shelves reflect impact, showing that warmth is reaching those who need it most.
The 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day says the latest distribution has cleared its Gauteng headquarters shelves, with blankets sent to hospitals, old age homes and community organisations.
The movement is driven by volunteer “KnitWits” who knit, sew and crochet blankets throughout the year, supporting ongoing outreach efforts linked to Mandela Day.
Organisers say the empty shelves reflect impact, showing that warmth is reaching those who need it most.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.48 to the US Dollar, 22.01 to the British Pound, and 19.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,084.84 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 93.10 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 62,872.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.48 to the US Dollar, 22.01 to the British Pound, and 19.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,084.84 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 93.10 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 62,872.00.
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