Health-e News reports on Matthew Legemaate of Gillitts, KwaZulu-Natal, who was born with Tetralogy of Fallot and severe pulmonary atresia and underwent numerous heart surgeries before being placed on a heart and double-lung transplant waiting list at age 13. Nine years after the outlet first covered his story, an organ transplant performed in 2017 gave him a second chance at life, highlighting the life-saving impact of organ donation.

Health-e News reports that 21-year-old Brandon Booysen from Randfontein, Gauteng, is bedridden with end-stage kidney disease and severe bone complications after living with chronic kidney disease since childhood. He cannot sit upright for more than a few minutes due to pain and breathing difficulties, and the cost of his crucial dialysis treatment has placed his family under financial strain. His mother, Lucille Booysen, says everyday activities like visiting friends or going out are no longer possible.

Nephrologists provide guidance for individuals born with one kidney, emphasizing that they can lead healthy lives by adopting beneficial habits and steering clear of risks such as obesity and specific medications. This advice aims to help those with a single kidney maintain their health effectively.

Durban helicopter pilot Slade Thomas has been found alive after he was reported missing over the weekend, according to The South African. The discovery followed an intense two-day search described as a nightmare ordeal. Thomas's disappearance had prompted widespread concern and a major search effort before he was located. Details of his condition and the circumstances of his disappearance were not immediately available. The news has brought relief to family, friends, and the local aviation community.

A man from Limpopo claims that his all-meat diet, which excludes vegetables, fruits, and grains for over seven years, has significantly improved his health. He believes this dietary choice has saved his life, contrasting with expert opinions on the potential risks and benefits of such a restrictive diet.

Preliminary medical reports indicate that activist Davis Lichuma has no physical injuries and all his vital organs are intact, following his alleged abduction between June 25 and June 28, 2026. He was found at Kenyatta National Hospital, but remains largely unresponsive and unable to communicate. His family plans to pursue further medical assessments to confirm his condition and investigate the circumstances of his disappearance, as he has only reported pain in his leg.