The popular WildED Holiday Camp is returning to Crocworld Conservation Centre in Scottburgh from 15 to 19 December. Hosted at the WILDED Learning Hub @ Crocworld Conservation Centre in Scottburgh, the WildED Holiday Camp gives children aged 8 to 13 years an unforgettable week of fun. Children are welcome to come for one day, a […]
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As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an end in South Africa, a connection is emerging that challenges how we understand and address mental health issues. Iron deficiency and anaemia – treatable and preventable conditions – affect the mental well-being of millions of people: from overstimulated toddlers to anxious teenagers, overwhelmed young adults, depressed postpartum
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A baby girl born prematurely at 30 weeks has overcome a life-threatening congenital heart defect, thanks to medical teamwork that answered the prayers of her parents and their community. “Xihluke’s name means ‘unique’, and she is our miracle angel. She is our second born child, but it was a first for us to experience such
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Spring has arrived with all its beauty and freshness, and with it, the start of the busiest season in the garden. Lawns surge with new growth, trees start to blossom and new blooms make their appearance – but, of course, so do weeds. For homeowners, landscapers and small-scale farmers, it can mean many hours spent
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In an industry where beauty often begins and ends with surface-level results, one Cape Town skincare brand is redefining what true rejuvenation looks like, from the inside out. Dr. Danielle Gounder, from Skin Recode, an all-inclusive skincare clinic has announced a powerful partnership with Pink Drive, South Africa’s leading breast cancer awareness and women’s health
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A new wave of research has confirmed what many South African parents already suspect: Cyberbullying is rising – and fast. A recent UNISA study of secondary school scholars shows that 31.2% have been cyberbullied, compared to 16.9% in 2012, while 54% of parents report they know of a child in their community who’s been bullied online. The discrepancy in
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As the year moves steadily toward its final months, many South Africans are beginning to plan for December: a time known for weddings, birthdays, homecomings and heartfelt community celebrations. It’s a season rich with tradition, connection and giving. And in recent years, the way people support one another during these life moments has begun to
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With South African students preparing for final exams, experts are warning that vitamin B12 deficiency, often overlooked, may impair concentration, memory and energy levels during this critical period. Studies have found that even mild B12 deficiency may be linked to attention difficulties and reduced academic achievement – symptoms often mistaken for exam stress or burnout.
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Every moment near water holds the risk of an emergency, warns an emergency medicine specialist, urging families and individuals to be constantly vigilant as temperatures rise and the hazard of drowning intensifies. According to ChildSafe SA, a leading child safety organisation, South Africa is globally listed among the top 45 countries with a drowning rate
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The end of tax season brings a collective sigh of relief. You’ve completed all the necessary forms, hit ‘submit’ and either cheered a refund or grumbled at a payment. Although this marks the finish line of their annual financial duties in most people’s opinion, in reality it should be the starting point for the most
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