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Their swift and courageous actions saved an elderly couple from their burning home, yesterday 16 July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"http:\/\/devtst.kznsshf.gov.za\/kzncogta.gov.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-07-17-at-9.04.06-AM.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8976\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The dramatic rescue unfolded when the duo noticed the couple&#8217;s residence engulfed in flames. Without hesitation, Mr. Chirwa and Mr. Phiri bravely forced open the door, enabling them to safely evacuate the 79-year-old resident and their partner from the raging inferno.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"http:\/\/devtst.kznsshf.gov.za\/kzncogta.gov.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-07-17-at-9.04.05-AM.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8977\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>MEC Buthelezi commended the two men for their heroic efforts. The MEC believes that two men exemplify the very best of ubuntu. &#8220;Their quick thinking and immense courage prevented a tragic loss of life. 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