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Nelspruit Hospice dons blue and white for Italian summer tea

From live trumpet music to expert skincare advice, supporters enjoyed an uplifting morning of food and fellowship in aid of local palliative care.

Guests were transported to an Italian Riviera setting at the Nelspruit Hospice summer tea on Saturday at A Tua Casa. Ladies dressed in blue and white created a colourful display.

Graeme and Elsa Swart.

Stix Dumisa, a local musician, entertained guests with his trumpet, setting the tone for a relaxed summer morning. Hospice CEO Landi Bezuidenhout spoke about the organisation’s ongoing work in palliative care.

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“We have two focus points: to end suffering and enhance the quality of life for patients and their families,” Bezuidenhout said.

Dermatologist shares skincare advice

Annemarie Niewoudt, Elmien Nel and Christa Britz.

The event was in aid of purchasing equipment such as hospital beds and specialised mattresses for patients. Guest speaker Dr Claudia Ngobeni-Mkize, a dermatologist, shared advice on skincare and debunked common misconceptions. Her talk was highly educational, with guests taking home valuable tips to improve their skincare routines.

The morning proved to be a huge success with delicious food and lots of laughter around the tables.

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Gia Radnai

Gia is a senior journalist at Lowvelder and joined the editorial team in 2025. She started her career as a business journalist in 2022 and decided to pursue her dream of becoming a news reporter instead. She believes in giving people a voice and is known for her community and hard news stories.
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