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Gauteng health officials sound alarm over baby abductions from clinics
'Shockingly, the mother left her child on a changing table in the bathroom where an unknown woman offered to assist. On returning, both the woman and the infant were gone. The matter was immediately reported to the police, CCTV footage was reviewed and a photo of the suspect was circulated,' said the department. Thanks to the rapid dissemination of the suspect's image and collaborative efforts by police, health-care staff and the community, the baby was found and reunited with the family. The suspect is now in custody. 'The department commends the swift action taken by facility staff, security personnel, the SAPS and members of the public who played a role in ensuring the safe return of both infants,' the department said. It said despite maximum security at health facilities and CCTV camera surveillance, these incidents highlight the need for heightened vigilance when it comes to the care of children. Gauteng health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko urged parents and guardians to remain alert and to avoid leaving children unattended under any circumstances. 'We are seeing a trend where parents place their trust in strangers, often during vulnerable moments within health facilities. While we strive to offer a safe and caring environment, we wish to emphasise the importance of vigilance and personal responsibility when it comes to the safety of children,' she said.
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Crime intelligence boss and co-accused granted bail
The head of crime intelligence, Lt-Gen Dumisani Khumalo, along with some of his co-accused, was each granted R10,000 bail by the Pretoria magistrate's court on Friday. They are facing charges of fraud and corruption relating to the appointment of an unqualified civilian in a senior post in the SAPS. Their court appearance follows their arrest on Thursday by the NPA's Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC). Khumalo is charged with Maj-Gen Philani Lushaba (CFO at crime intelligence), Maj-Gen Nosipho Precious Madondo (component head of intelligence analysis and co-ordination), Maj-Gen Josias Lekalaka (Gauteng provincial head: crime intelligence), Maj-Gen Zwelithini Gabela (technical management services), Brig Phindile Ncube (section head: personnel security — vetting) and Brig Dineo Mokwele. Their charges relate to the alleged irregular employment of Mokwele in the senior ranking position of brigadier in the technical support services (TSS). According to Investigative Directorate spokesperson Henry Mamothame, it is alleged that Khumalo acting in common purpose with his co-accused were involved in the irregular appointment of Mokwele. 'They are further accused of flouting the vetting process which is critical in the appointment of senior officials within the SAPS, particularly the crime intelligence division which deals with sensitive and confidential information. This case forms part of IDAC's broader mandate of investigating fraud and corruption within government entities to prevent state capture through these critical entities,' Mamothame said. Khumalo, Madondo, Lekalakala, Gabela, Ncube and Mokwele were granted R10,000 bail. They were ordered not to enter any premises belonging to crime intelligence. Mamothame said Lushaba would remain in custody as his matter was a schedule 6 criminal offence, owing to his pending case, and this did not reflect in his affidavit presented to the court for the bail application. The case has been postponed to August 13 for disclosure of the docket. TimesLIVE
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3 hours ago
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Family extend gratitude despite search for Brazilian tourist in Indonesia ending in heartache
'Juju my beauty, my treasure, my daughter, my love, you have always been very special. Silly, restless, with a beautiful smile and an enormous will to live intensely. You said you'd take care of us in our old age, though I told you it wasn't necessary, you should live your life,' he wrote. 'When I asked you if you wanted us to give you some money to help with the trip you said never and so you travelled with your own resources earned as a result of your labour. How happy you were realising that dream, and how happy we are with your happiness. You left doing what you loved most and that comforts our hearts a little. 'Make your presence remarkable in the lives of those who have had the privilege to know and walk with you and especially in my heart, your mother's and your sisters'. Meet again one day and do that paragliding flight we were planning for your birthday,' he said. Her aunt, Elielte Marins, echoed the family's grief while recognising the global outpouring of support and solidarity that followed Juliana's fall. 'My niece was much more than a rescue operation; it demonstrated a celebration of the human capacity for empathy, solidarity, unity in times of tragedy and adversity. We count on the help of professional volunteer mountaineers, who did not take into account risking their own lives in an inhospitable, dangerous place and for someone they don't know,' she said. While Mount Rinjani is a popular destination for hikers and tourists, it is also known for its dangers, as last month a Malaysian tourist died on the same volcano. Juliana's family raised concern that the trail remained open, even after she fell. Authorities said fog and rain complicated the search efforts, delaying a swift response that may have saved her life. TimesLIVE
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3 hours ago
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‘Special' Pretorius to make Test debut for Proteas against Zimbabwe
Even though they're missing seven players who started at Lord's and with experience severely lacking, the Proteas will feel they are favourites against their northern neighbours. They already inflicted damage on their opponents three weeks ago when Kagiso Rabada fractured opener Ben Curran's right hand with a bouncer during the Proteas' WTC warm-up match in Arundel, sidelining him for a few weeks. But in Blessing Muzarabani Zimbabwe has a bowler who can cause the Proteas' batting line-up discomfort. The 28-year-old made his debut the last time the teams faced each other in 2017 but has grown in leaps and bounds, despite Zimbabwe's extremely limited Test schedule. He is the leading wicket-taker in Tests this year with 29 in five matches, including back-to-back five-wicket hauls in Bulawayo. 'We've identified him as one of their threats,' said Maharaj. 'He's got a bit of pace, gets a lot of bounce and he's improved a lot since we played him in 2017.' Opener Brian Bennett also made Zimbabwe's fastest Test century last month against England, and along with skipper Craig Ervine and Sean Williams provides solidity in the home team's batting unit. Play starts at 10am on Saturday. South Africa: Matthew Breetzke, Tony de Zorzi, Wiaan Mulder, David Bedingham, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Kyle Verreynne, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj (capt), Codi Yusuf, Kwena Maphaka
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3 hours ago
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'My eyes were burning': woman hospitalised after lash extension nightmare
Refilwe Motiang, a 31-year-old woman from Midrand, recently had a harrowing experience that almost left her blind. What was meant to be a pampering session at the salon turned into a nightmare. Last Thursday she went to the salon to get her eyelash extensions done in preparation for a trip to the North West. During the process she felt an intense burning sensation in her eyes, which she described as unbearable. 'My eyes were burning,' Motiang said. Despite informing the technician, she said she was told it was normal and the glue was strong to make the lashes last longer. However, the pain persisted and she soon found herself struggling to open her eyes, with excessive tearing and difficulty lifting her eyelids. 'I started feeling cold and shivering, then I asked to go outside. Next thing I was struggling to open my eyes. My eyes were tearing up and I was struggling to lift up my eyelids. That's when I realised something was bad.'
