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- Health
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Nelson Mandela's legacy honoured with free medical procedures
Patient Zillah Vadivaloo with Mrs South Africa finalist Sarah Bond. Image: Supplied AS PART of its UniversalCare@Busamed programme, Busamed has honoured the legacy of Nelson Mandela by turning compassion into action during Mandela Month. Its hospitals across the country performed 67 free medical procedures - a symbolic tribute to the 67 years that Madiba dedicated to making a difference. What made this initiative especially powerful was the spirit behind it. Many of the staff stepped outside of their usual roles, volunteering their time and skills to reach those who needed it most - from surgical teams to administrative support. At Busamed Gateway Private Hospital, three free surgeries were performed. In a statement, the hospital said: "M Rajkumar lived with lower GI bleed and due to life changing surgery performed by general surgeon Dr Z Moolla, he can now live a pain free life. Miss C Chetty would have had to wait until 2027 to have hip surgery but surgery was performed by an orthopaedic surgeon at the hospital. She now looks forward to living a normal life. "Mrs Z Vadivaloo has a 33 year old son who has spastic quadriplegic paralysis with cortical blindness and is bedridden. All of his care was dependent on his mum. Due to her over the years picking him up, she could not manage with the pain on her right knee. But following a procedure, her quality of life and the quality of her son's life will improve." The hospital said the initiative aligned with its mission to build a healthier, more inclusive South Africa by increasing access to quality healthcare and supporting communities in meaningful and lasting ways. THE POST
IOL News
15-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- IOL News
R19. 4 million Lotto win: a life-changing moment for an unemployed man
Man wins a whopping R19.4 million. Image: File AN UNEMPLOYED man has turned his dreams into reality by winning over R19.4 million in the Lotto Plus 2 jackpot - from draw number 2557 last Wednesday. He bought the ticket on his banking app with a R30 wager, using the Quick Pick selection method. The man attributes his luck to his persistence and belief that he would win one day. "I have always believed I would win one day, and now it has finally happened," he said. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Despite his confidence in his eventual win, the multi-million jackpot win came as a surprise. 'I found out I had won through my bank and checked the results on the National Lottery app, and I was absolutely shocked." The winner said he was thrilled to share the news with his wife and was eager to transform his life and the lives of those around him. He expressed a desire to make an impact on his family's well-being, grateful that he could now provide for their every need. "I also plan on helping a former colleague who holds a special place in my heart." The winner said he intended on donating a portion of his winnings to charitable organisations. He also plans to invest some of his winnings, with the goal of creating a sustainable source of income that would allow him to enjoy life's simple pleasures, like the leisure walks he loved taking by the beach. Charmaine Mabuza, the CEO of Ithuba, the operator of the National Lottery, said: "It's inspiring to see a winner who is committed to transforming not only his own life but also the lives of those around him; his family, friends, and community. When managed wisely, a multi-million jackpot win can rewrite the future for many people." THE POST
IOL News
04-07-2025
- IOL News
Rising violence in Crossmoor: police team assigned to investigate recent shootings
Jeeva Pillay, 63, was shot and killed on Monday Image: Supplied RESIDENTS in Crossmoor, in Chatsworth, are on high alert after two residents were shot dead and a third was injured in separate incidents over the past two weeks. Police have set up a dedicated team to investigate the shootings. In the latest incident on Wednesday, a resident from Crossmoor Drive was shot after two gunmen approached his vehicle. The man was hit on the head with a firearm before being shot in his thigh. The gunmen stole his cellphone, car keys and about R400 in cash. The victim was hospitalised due to his injuries. Two days earlier, Jeeva Pillay, 63, of Bottlebrush Crescent, was shot dead in his driveway. He had returned home from doing seva (selfless service) at the Hare Krishna Temple when he was confronted by a lone gunman. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading The suspect shot at him multiple times before fleeing empty handed. He died hours later in hospital. Pillay's pet pit bull was also killed in the attack. A week earlier, Jayseelan Jayce Naicker, 45, of Montford, was shot twice and died 15 minutes later at the gate of a home he was delivering food to on Crossmoor Drive. Kishore Hambapersad, the spokesperson for the Crossmoor Community Policing Forum (CPF), said: "Police are working with the CPF to find the perpetrators. The police are treating these incidents seriously and currently have leads on one of the suspects. They have also designated a team to investigate these shootings. 'There have been three shootings in a period of two weeks, and we are concerned about the increase in gun-related crimes. We encourage members of the community to join us and be vigilant when out on the road." THE POST
IOL News
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
Father and daughter die in N3 accident while en route to funeral in Phoenix
A joint funeral will be held for the grandfather, father and daughter Image: Supplied TRIBUTES have poured in on social media after a father and his daughter died in an accident, while they were travelling along the N3 from Johannesburg to Phoenix to arrange his dad's funeral. Kevin Govender and his daughter Emily were killed, while his wife and younger daughter remain critical in hospital from the injuries they sustained during the accident. A joint funeral will be held today for Govender and Emily and his dad, Mannie Govender, at the Faith Revival Church in Longcroft. Tributes for the family have poured in on social media. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ On Facebook, Irene Ramlakan, wrote: 'This is so tragic. Praying for the family during this difficult time. May their dear souls RIP. The mum and daughter are in my prayers for a speedy recovery.' Rhoda Moodley: 'Condolences to the entire Govender family. May they find strength in the love and support surrounding them.' Sunnil Bodh: 'I cannot even imagine what the remaining family must be going through. So so sad. I pray that the Almighty gives them the strength to overcome their losses. Heartfelt condolences to the family.' Shamitha Ramsunder: 'This is so sad and heartbreaking. Lord, please grant this family peace and comfort. This happened to me in 2018, losing my son and hubby tragically in an accident. My heart right now is torn.' In a separate incident, two women died in an accident in Tongaat on Thursday. Prem Balram, the head of Reaction Unit South Africa, said they were called out to the upper Tongaat area. He said the driver of a truck transporting sugar cane informed reaction officers that a silver Toyota Corolla and a silver Hyundai i10 were travelling in the same direction on the R614. The Toyota Corolla allegedly collided into the vehicle in front of it and forced it into the path of the truck. 'The Hyundai i10 was crushed by the truck. The Toyota Corolla overturned about 150 meters away. The drivers of both vehicles were pronounced deceased on scene,' said Balram. THE POST
IOL News
24-06-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Lotto winner shares her life-changing experience
The woman will receive just over R39 million. A SELF-EMPLOYED woman from Johannesburg has claimed her share of a R78 million Lotto jackpot, expressing her shock and plans to invest in her family's future. The woman was one of the two winners, and will receive more than R39m from draw number 2551. Her winning ticket was purchased at a day and night superstore in Johannesburg with a R30 wager using the Quick Pick selection method. The self-employed winner is a regular National Lottery player, often using either the quick pick or manual number selections. This time, her quick pick selection proved to be the winning formula, landing her a life-changing win. "I was in shock and complete disbelief when I realised I had won," she said. "I couldn't wait to share the news with my husband. It's a moment that will stay with us forever." With her winnings, she plans to secure a better future for her family. Her priorities include purchasing a home and a car, as well as investing in her business as a self-employed mother. "I'm excited to expand my business and purchase an industrial machine that will really elevate my business. And, of course, I plan to continue to Phanda, Pusha, Play!" Charmaine Mabuza, the CEO of Ituba, the operator of the National Lottery, said: "We're thrilled to see this self-employed South African woman's business ambitions take flight thanks to her remarkable win. We wish her continued success in all her endeavors." Mabuza also extended an important reminder to the second winner, saying: "We urge the remaining winner to come forward and claim their share of this remarkable Lotto jackpot." THE POST
