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The Citizen
25-04-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Video: Emergency team races through Pretoria's wet streets to save pregnant woman's life
In a gripping race against time, the lives of a pregnant woman and that of her unborn child were saved through the coordinated efforts of Best Care Emergency Medical Services, CrisisOnCall, and #WithCheryWithLove. The emergency team sped through the streets of Pretoria on yesterday in a specially equipped vehicle provided by Chery Centurion, to deliver a neurosurgeon to her bedside in record time. No hesitation when lives are at stake 'This is one of those calls that reminds you why you chose this path,' said Xander Loubser of Best Care EMS, reflecting on the intense but miraculous night. 'There was no room for hesitation. Two lives were at stake.' The woman required emergency neurosurgery to remove a brain clot. Record time to the hospital With a GPS estimate of 40 minutes to the hospital, the odds were daunting, but the team arrived in just 18 minutes, navigating rain-slicked roads, traffic and intersections from the Moot to a hospital in Pretoria East, with sirens blaring. 'God guided us through the streets,' Loubser said. 'By His grace alone, the mother and baby are alive today.' The operation was part of an initiative involving the use of specially equipped vehicles to support critical medical emergencies. Watch a video of the team speeding through the streets here, A healthy baby was born 'Everyone is asking 'How are the mom and baby from yesterday?' and I'm relieved and grateful to say that a healthy 3.3kg baby has been born, and the mother's procedure went well. The thrombectomy was successful, and this morning she met her newborn for the first time. Her limbs are functioning well, and she's aware of her surroundings,' said Loubser. Loubser pointed out that he stands in awe of God's grace. 'Well done to the surgical team. Many have thanked us, but we were merely one part of a larger instrument. We will meet the mother and her family soon. I think they'll be overwhelmed and thankful for everyone's prayers.' The story has captured the hearts of many, highlighting the importance of fast action, faith, and community. 'This mission was a privilege and an honour,' added Ruan Vermaak, spokesperson for CrisisOnCall. 'Moments like these remind us why we do what we do: to serve, to save, and to make a real difference. Thanks to incredible teamwork and divine grace, two precious lives were saved.' Read original story on At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
25-04-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Emergency team races through wet streets to save life
In a gripping race against time, a pregnant woman's life and that of her unborn child was saved through the coordinated efforts of Best Care Emergency Medical Services, CrisisOnCall, and #WithCheryWithLove. The emergency team sped through the streets of Pretoria on 24 April in a specially equipped, sponsored Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max, provided by Chery Centurion, to deliver a neurosurgeon to her bedside in record time. 'This is one of those calls that reminds you why you chose this path,' said Xander Loubser of Best Care EMS, reflecting on the intense but miraculous night. 'There was no room for hesitation. Two lives were at stake.' The woman required emergency neurosurgery to remove a brain clot. With a GPS estimate of 40 minutes to the hospital, the odds were daunting but the team arrived in just 18, navigating rain-slicked roads from the Moot to a hospital in Pretoria East, traffic, and intersections with sirens blaring. 'God guided us through the streets,' Loubser said. 'By His grace alone, the mother and baby are alive today.' The operation was part of an initiative involving Best Care EMS, CrisisOnCall, and Chery Centurion, using specially equipped vehicles to support critical medical emergencies. 'The question today is one that everyone is asking: 'How are the mom and baby from yesterday?' I'm relieved and grateful to say that a healthy 3.3kg baby has been born, and the mother's procedure went well. The thrombectomy was successful, and this morning she met her new-born for the first time. Her limbs are functioning well, and she's aware of her surroundings.' Loubser pointed out that he stands in awe of God's grace. 'Well done to the surgical team. Many have thanked us, but we were merely one part of a larger instrument. We will meet the mother and her family soon. I think they'll be overwhelmed and thankful for everyone's prayers.' The story has captured the hearts of many, highlighting the importance of fast action, faith, and community. 'This mission was a privilege and an honour,' added Ruan Vermaak, spokesperson for CrisisOnCall. 'Moments like these remind us why we do what we do: to serve, to save, and to make a real difference. Thanks to incredible teamwork and divine grace, two precious lives were saved.' Click here to see video of the drive: Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to bennittb@ or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
News24
23-04-2025
- Politics
- News24
R335m for political parties; Meet Ace Magashule's judge: Today's Top 7 stories in 7 minutes
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature. R335 million for political parties this year, courtesy of the taxpayer - Taxpayers will fund represented political parties with over R335 million in the 2025/26 financial year. - Private donations to political parties have decreased significantly since the 2024 elections. - The IEC will host a symposium on political funding transparency and reforms in Durban from 18 to 19 June. Meet Ace's judge – an apartheid prosecutor who saved an MK activist from the gallows - Judge Phillip Loubser, appointed to the asbestos scam case against Ace Magashule and others, resigned as an apartheid-era prosecutor for prioritising honesty and saving an activist from the death penalty. - Loubser investigated claims of torture by an uMkhonto weSizwe leader and revealed evidence contradicting police testimony, leading to the dismissal of the case and his subsequent resignation after facing criticism from superiors. - Now a judge, Loubser is determined to proceed with the asbestos scam trial without delays, aiming to determine the guilt of Magashule, Edwin Sodi, and 16 others accused of fraud, corruption, and money laundering. 'Vir moord mevrou': Pollsmoor juvenile boasts of double murder charges as MPs visit prison - The Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services visited Pollsmoor Prison, where juvenile detainees, some as young as 17, boasted about murders and other serious crimes. - The committee chair warned detainees not to complain about prison conditions given their crimes, sparking debate about human rights. - Overcrowding, inadequate healthcare, and gang activity were highlighted as major issues within the prison, alongside a shortage of key staff. Presidential estate facelift is costing taxpayers R1.2m - Renovations costing over R1.1 million are under way at President Ramaphosa's official residence, Bryntirion Estate, with the Development Bank of South Africa overseeing the project. - ATM president Vuyo Zungula questioned the turnkey facilities management model used for the renovations, citing concerns about transparency and potential exclusion of local businesses. - Zungula also emphasised the need for detailed cost breakdowns and justification for prioritising these upgrades amid other pressing infrastructure needs in the country. PIC gives nod to Barloworld offer, but on condition of a hefty BEE deal - The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) has agreed to a standby offer for Barloworld, conditional on a 13.5% BEE transaction. - The PIC's acceptance, holding a 22% stake, brings the consortium's total support to 46.93%, moving closer to a potential delisting. - This follows an initial offer rejection in February due to governance concerns, with the PIC now supporting the deal contingent on increased BEE participation. Lloyd Burnard | Why are we still watching Super Rugby when our Boks are in Japan? - Super Rugby has declined in quality and global appeal, making the Japanese league, with its many South African stars, more compelling for local viewers. - While the URC offers competitive and accessible rugby, the Japanese league features a high concentration of Springboks and other international talents, making it a more attractive viewing option. - The author argues for increased broadcasting of the Japanese league in South Africa, especially with the upcoming Rugby World Cup, as it offers more relevance and excitement than the current Super Rugby product.
