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      Elderly Couple

      Watch Rescue Teams Step In as Injured Hiker Airlifted from Lion’s Head

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_April 1, 2026April 1, 2026 98 0

      A visiting hiker from Durban was safely airlifted off Lion’s Head after an ankle injury, as rescue teams once again showed their readiness to respond to those in danger.  …

      Sable

      Sable Chased a Dassie Up a Cliff and Got Stuck – Droëwors-Wielding Heroes Helped Him Down

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyMarch 24, 2026March 24, 2026 187 0

      Sable, a young German Shorthaired Pointer, was on a late-afternoon adventure at his local quarry on Sunday, when he first saw it. A dassie. All instincts said ‘chase!’   Cape…

      Late-night rescue

      Late-Night Rescue Saves Two Puppies Trapped Underground in Phoenix

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_March 17, 2026March 31, 2026 2,803 0

      A quick-thinking resident raised the alarm, sparking a late-night rescue that saw teams work for hours to free two terrified puppies trapped deep inside a pipe.   Phoenix, South Africa…

      Platteklip Gorge

      Trail Runner Stephanie Becomes Mountain Hero on Platteklip Gorge

      by Savanna Douglas @GoodThingsGuyMarch 17, 2026March 17, 2026 747 0

      Trail runner Stephanie Crossland will be running to raise funds for Cape Town’s mountain heroes in May. Little did she know that this month, she’d actually become one!   Cape…

      Meet Nala: The Playful Labrador Hoping to Find Her Perfect Family

      Meet Nala: The Playful Labrador Hoping to Find Her Perfect Family

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_March 13, 2026 158 0

      The volunteer-run team at Labrador Rescue South Africa is working to match Nala with a family who loves adventure, playtime and plenty of companionship   Johannesburg, South Africa (13 March…

      Teens capsized boat Across Provinces and Waves, NSRI Crews Delivered Hope at Sea

      NSRI Assists Three Teens After Boat Capsizes Near Plettenberg Bay

      by Staff Writer@GoodThingsGuyMarch 9, 2026March 8, 2026 157 0

      NSRI volunteers launched a rescue response after a fishing boat capsized near Plettenberg Bay, leaving three teenagers in the water.   Plettenberg, South Africa (09 March 2026) – Three teenagers…

      Robberg

      ‘I Owe Them My Life’ – Workers Carry Injured Tourist to Safety at Robberg

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyFebruary 20, 2026February 25, 2026 599 0

      Rosalind will never forget the day when she took a tumble in South Africa, and three kind strangers stepped in to save her.   Western Cape, South Africa (20 February…

      Three Dogs Rescued

      Community Rescues Three Dogs Found Terrified on the N2 Freeway

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_January 28, 2026January 27, 2026 9,306 0

      A tense seven-hour rescue operation along the N2 brought three terrified dogs to safety, with the support of security teams, vets, and volunteers.   Durban, South Africa (28 January 2026)…

      Masiphumelele Fires

      How Masiphumelele Fires Spark Urgent Animal Rescue Efforts

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_January 21, 2026January 21, 2026 177 0

      The Animal Welfare Society of South Africa, alongside TEARS Animal Rescue, is working tirelessly to rescue and comfort pets and community animals affected by the recent Masiphumelele fires. Here’s how…

      Safe Hikes

      Cape Town’s Mountains in Safe Hands During Festive Hikes

      by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_January 5, 2026January 5, 2026 776 0

      Thanks to Wilderness Search and Rescue and partner teams, Lion’s Head trails were safe, guiding hikers through busy paths during the holiday season.   Cape Town, South Africa (05 January…

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