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Douglasdale Swim Event Raises R8 000 for Children with Cancer
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Aqua Marine Aquatics Academy in Douglasdale has raised R8 000 for Rainbows & Smiles through its annual Aqua Marine Mid-Mile charity swim.
Held on 7 February, the event saw 20 swimmers each donate R400 to take part, completing as many pool lengths as they wished. The fundraiser was inspired by the Midmar Mile.
Academy owner Danielle Gál says the initiative builds on a partnership with the charity spanning more than 10 years.
Founder Bonni Suckling says the organisation supports children with cancer and their families in hospital by providing meals, comfort packs and bedside play during treatment.
Held on 7 February, the event saw 20 swimmers each donate R400 to take part, completing as many pool lengths as they wished. The fundraiser was inspired by the Midmar Mile.
Academy owner Danielle Gál says the initiative builds on a partnership with the charity spanning more than 10 years.
Founder Bonni Suckling says the organisation supports children with cancer and their families in hospital by providing meals, comfort packs and bedside play during treatment.
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Children’s Hospital Trust Celebrates 32 Years of Caring for Young Patients
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The Children’s Hospital Trust (CHT) marked 32 years of supporting children’s healthcare at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital in Cape Town. The team brought party bags, toys, treats, and fun to the wards, celebrating the milestone with the children they serve.
Since its founding in 1994, the Trust has invested over R1 billion in improving paediatric healthcare, training specialists, and funding child-focused public health projects in partnership with the Western Cape Department of Health, UCT, and RCWMCH.
Since its founding in 1994, the Trust has invested over R1 billion in improving paediatric healthcare, training specialists, and funding child-focused public health projects in partnership with the Western Cape Department of Health, UCT, and RCWMCH.
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South African Gallery of Legends Brings Sporting Heroes to Rural Communities
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The South African Gallery of Legends, based at Freedom Park in Pretoria, is taking icons from sport, arts, and culture into rural communities through a partnership with SANParks.
Legends share their skills and experiences with young people, while local coaches and community members receive training and accreditation.
Children also benefit directly, receiving soccer kits that give them pride and a sense of identity.
The programme aims to create lasting impact by inspiring youth and supporting sustainable sports development in areas with limited opportunities.
Legends share their skills and experiences with young people, while local coaches and community members receive training and accreditation.
Children also benefit directly, receiving soccer kits that give them pride and a sense of identity.
The programme aims to create lasting impact by inspiring youth and supporting sustainable sports development in areas with limited opportunities.
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The Rand is trading at 15.93 to the US Dollar, 21.80 to the British Pound, and 18.96 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,987.80 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.75 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 68,322.00.
The Rand is trading at 15.93 to the US Dollar, 21.80 to the British Pound, and 18.96 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,987.80 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.75 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 68,322.00.
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