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49 newborns arrive in Mopani on New Year’s

Mopani district ushers in the new year with the arrival of 49 newborns across local hospitals, bringing joy and celebration to families in the region.

January 13, 2025
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Greater Tzaneen Municipality and Van Velden Hospital staff celebrate the New Year’s Day babies. Photo: GTM Facebook

LIMPOPO – On January 1, health facilities in Mopani welcomed 49 newborns, 26 girls and 23 boys.

In Tzaneen, Dr CN Phathudi Hospital welcomed six newborns, three girls and three boys.

Letaba Hospital welcomed five babies, three girls and two boys, while Van Velden Hospital welcomed three girls. In the Greater Letaba area, Kgapane Hospital received eight bundles of joy, five boys and three girls.

In Maruleng, Sekororo Hospital recorded seven babies, five boys and two girls.

Maphuta Malatji Hospital in Phalaborwa also welcomed eight babies, four girls and four boys.

Nkhensani Hospital in Giyani welcomed the most babies with six girls with three boys being born on New Year’s Day.

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January 13, 2025
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Tanaiya Lees is the Digital Coordinator for the Polokwane Review-Observer and the Letaba, Phalaborwa, Hoedspruit, Mopani, and Regional Herald. She holds a Diploma in Journalism, and a BA in Communications and Psychology. With an interest in storytelling and a strong commitment to accuracy, her goal is to produce high-quality content that truly connects with readers. She aims to amplify the voices of those who need it most, shine a light on important issues, and inspire meaningful conversations. Tanaiya firmly believes in the power of journalism to effect change and is dedicated to being a part of that change.

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