News Bulletin of 18 October 2026, 7am

Mediclinic Sandton Teaches Life-Saving Skills for Free
Mediclinic Sandton is helping the community save lives by offering free CPR training for World Restart a Heart Day. Residents, families and local businesses can learn basic resuscitation skills.The South African National Blood Service is also taking part, encouraging blood donation and offering visitors blood-group screenings. The initiative highlights how important it is to be prepared for emergencies and to support those who may need life-saving blood transfusions.

Sandton and Gauteng
New Toolkits Help South Africans Fight Digital Abuse
Three new toolkits designed to tackle online abuse were launched at the Goethe-Institut during Moxii Africa's Media Freedom Festival last week.The resources include a judicial handbook for dealing with online harm, a guide helping people understand their rights when intimate images are shared without consent, and a police handbook on cybercrime. They aim to equip survivors, South African police officers and legal professionals to better recognise, investigate and respond to digital abuse, including cyberstalking, harassment, hate speech and online extortion.

Sandton and Gauteng
Little Rorisang Gets a Brighter Future
Three-year-old Rorisang Tolomane from Potchefstroom is smiling again after undergoing life-changing surgery to correct a bilateral cleft lip and palate. Referred to Operation Smile South Africa after his birth, Rorisang had his first surgery in May last year, followed by a second operation earlier this year to repair his palate. His mother described the surgeries as the end of a difficult journey and the beginning of a brighter future.The inspiring story forms part of refuse bag manufacturer Tuffy's national "Tough Enough to Care" campaign.
Rorisang's story shows how access to life-changing surgery can transform a child's future.
Sandton and Gauteng
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London's Oldest Restaurant Saved for the Future
London's oldest restaurant, Rules, established in 1798 as an oyster bar, has been given a chance to survive for centuries to come. J-P Mayhew, who has owned the building for four decades, has generously donated the property to the National Trust, one of Britain's leading conservation charities, founded in 1895. Rules has survived wars, the Blitz and even plans to demolish it for a new road. Over the centuries, it has welcomed famous guests, including Charles Dickens, Charlie Chaplin, David Bowie and Madonna.
This selfless donation will help protect a treasured piece of London's history, preserving its heritage, traditions and unique character for future generations to enjoy.
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