Learners make a hearty donation

Estcourt Secondary School contributed a total of 46 pints of blood

November 1, 2019

Danielle Greaves Less than a minute

Just like Bonokuhle Mngadi, Lerato Thusi and Luthando Ngobese, you to can become a blood buddy.

Estcourt Secondary School understood the importance of donating blood last Wednesday, when a scholar blood donor clinic was held by the South African National Blood Service (SANBS).

Sphesihle Langa has her blood pressure checked ahead of making a blood donation.

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They learned that making one blood donation can save up to three lives.

Nokwanda Mvelase has her iron levels examined.

A generous donation of lunch by Bevil Carey helped ensure that more learners could share a life-saving pint.

Bevil Carey completes a lifestyle questionnaire, flanked by Ms Drew.

59 students who met the requirements began the quick, easy and pain-free process.

Nkanyiso Daki bleeds his ninth pint of blood.

46 units of life-saving blood were collected and 14 news blood donors were welcomed.

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November 1, 2019

Danielle Greaves Less than a minute

Sihle Ntenjwa

A journalist at Caxton Local Media, contributing to Estcourt and Midlands News. Passionate and dedicated to his craft, Sihle has quickly made a name for himself since arriving in Estcourt in late 2023. His commitment to storytelling and community journalism has earned him recognition for keeping readers informed with compelling and accurate local news