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Sandton volunteer to climb Africa’s highest peak to support SPCA
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A Sandton SPCA volunteer is preparing to climb the highest mountain in Northern Africa to raise funds for the organisation.
Vicky, who volunteers at the Sandton SPCA, will travel to Morocco in March to take on Mount Toubkal as part of an expedition organised by the non-profit adventure group Kusudi La.
The climb aims to raise money towards a new vehicle for the Sandton SPCA, which is used in animal rescues, rehoming efforts and community outreach.
Vicky says she chose the Sandton SPCA because she volunteers there and has adopted all of her pets from the organisation.
The fundraiser forms part of a broader effort to support animal welfare services in the Sandton community.
Vicky, who volunteers at the Sandton SPCA, will travel to Morocco in March to take on Mount Toubkal as part of an expedition organised by the non-profit adventure group Kusudi La.
The climb aims to raise money towards a new vehicle for the Sandton SPCA, which is used in animal rescues, rehoming efforts and community outreach.
Vicky says she chose the Sandton SPCA because she volunteers there and has adopted all of her pets from the organisation.
The fundraiser forms part of a broader effort to support animal welfare services in the Sandton community.
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Young white rhino calf settles in at Zululand Conservation Trust after rescue
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A young white rhino calf, rescued after being found alone in the wild following the loss of his mother, is settling in at the Zululand Conservation Trust orphanage in KwaZulu-Natal. The calf, weighing just over 300 kilograms, underwent a full veterinary check-up and was placed in a secure crate to rest after his journey.
Caretakers used temporary measures, including a blindfold and earplugs, to reduce stress, and have begun gradually removing them as he adjusts. Staff report the calf is responding well, gaining confidence and adapting to his new surroundings.
The Trust says the calf’s progress is part of its ongoing work to protect and care for vulnerable wildlife in South Africa.
Caretakers used temporary measures, including a blindfold and earplugs, to reduce stress, and have begun gradually removing them as he adjusts. Staff report the calf is responding well, gaining confidence and adapting to his new surroundings.
The Trust says the calf’s progress is part of its ongoing work to protect and care for vulnerable wildlife in South Africa.
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100 homes in Rama City Ext 10 now connected to the grid
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The Tshwane metro has electrified 100 households in Rama City Ext 10, Phase 3, giving residents safe, legal, and reliable electricity.
The project, part of the Electricity for All Programme, included three mini-substations and targets previously underserved areas.
MMC for Utility Services Frans Boshielo said the initiative improves quality of life, reduces the dangers of illegal connections, and protects municipal infrastructure.
The rollout will continue in phases, with more households expected to benefit in the coming months.
The project, part of the Electricity for All Programme, included three mini-substations and targets previously underserved areas.
MMC for Utility Services Frans Boshielo said the initiative improves quality of life, reduces the dangers of illegal connections, and protects municipal infrastructure.
The rollout will continue in phases, with more households expected to benefit in the coming months.
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The Rand is trading at 16.21 to the US Dollar, 21.78 to the British Pound, and 19.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,845.53 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 65.24 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 89,173.00.
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