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29 May 2026
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Overberg District Municipality hosts successful International Firefighters’ Day 2026 event
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The Overberg District Municipality (ODM) successfully hosted its International Firefighters’ Day (IFFD) 2026 event at NAMPO Park on 9 May 2026, bringing together firefighters, emergency personnel, government representatives, stakeholders, exhibitors and members of the public in celebration of the firefighting profession.
The event served as an opportunity to honour the bravery, sacrifice and dedication of firefighters who continue to protect communities under challenging and often dangerous conditions. It also provided a platform to strengthen public awareness around fire safety, disaster preparedness and community resilience.
The programme included firefighter team challenges, emergency response demonstrations, public engagement activities, exhibitor displays, food stalls and ceremonial proceedings. One of the most significant moments of the day was the ceremonial ringing of the bell in remembrance of firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
The municipality welcomed several dignitaries and stakeholders to the event, including Minister Ivan Meyer and Minister Tertuis Simmers. During the event, Minister Simmers officially handed over two trucks, including an 11 000-litre water tanker vehicle, to the Overberg District Municipality to further strengthen firefighting, disaster response and service delivery capacity within the region.
ODM extends its sincere gratitude to all firefighter teams, partnering departments, sponsors, exhibitors, food vendors, emergency services personnel, volunteers, and support staff whose contributions ensured the success of the event.
The municipality also thanks all residents and members of the public who attended and supported the event. The strong community turnout highlighted the importance of recognising emergency personnel and strengthening cooperation between emergency services and the communities they serve.
ODM further congratulates all participating teams and winners in the firefighter challenges, with special recognition to the Overberg Fire and Rescue women’s team for winning the women’s division.
The municipality also commends the ODM Fire and Disaster Management team for the successful planning and hosting of a memorable and impactful event.
International Firefighters’ Day remains an important occasion to recognise the sacrifices made by firefighters across the world and to acknowledge the critical role they play in safeguarding lives, infrastructure, property and the environment.
Source: Municipal Manager Eben Phillips (Acting), Overberg District Municipality
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The event served as an opportunity to honour the bravery, sacrifice and dedication of firefighters who continue to protect communities under challenging and often dangerous conditions. It also provided a platform to strengthen public awareness around fire safety, disaster preparedness and community resilience.
The programme included firefighter team challenges, emergency response demonstrations, public engagement activities, exhibitor displays, food stalls and ceremonial proceedings. One of the most significant moments of the day was the ceremonial ringing of the bell in remembrance of firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
The municipality welcomed several dignitaries and stakeholders to the event, including Minister Ivan Meyer and Minister Tertuis Simmers. During the event, Minister Simmers officially handed over two trucks, including an 11 000-litre water tanker vehicle, to the Overberg District Municipality to further strengthen firefighting, disaster response and service delivery capacity within the region.
ODM extends its sincere gratitude to all firefighter teams, partnering departments, sponsors, exhibitors, food vendors, emergency services personnel, volunteers, and support staff whose contributions ensured the success of the event.
The municipality also thanks all residents and members of the public who attended and supported the event. The strong community turnout highlighted the importance of recognising emergency personnel and strengthening cooperation between emergency services and the communities they serve.
ODM further congratulates all participating teams and winners in the firefighter challenges, with special recognition to the Overberg Fire and Rescue women’s team for winning the women’s division.
The municipality also commends the ODM Fire and Disaster Management team for the successful planning and hosting of a memorable and impactful event.
International Firefighters’ Day remains an important occasion to recognise the sacrifices made by firefighters across the world and to acknowledge the critical role they play in safeguarding lives, infrastructure, property and the environment.
Source: Municipal Manager Eben Phillips (Acting), Overberg District Municipality
Quotes of the week
“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” ~ H Jackson Brown, Jr
Fire and Rescue International is your magazine.
Read it, use it and share it!
Read the latest FRI magazine: https://www.frimedia.org/fri-vol-8-no-4.html
Read the latest Disaster Management Journal: https://www.frimedia.org/dmj-vol-7-no-1.html
FRI magazine archive: https://www.frimedia.org/fri-archives.html
DMJ magazine archive: https://www.frimedia.org/dmj-magazine.html
Enjoy the read!
Lee Raath-Brownie
Managing director
Cell: 082 371 0190
Contact us
Tel: 011 452 3135 or Email: [email protected]
Websites
www.frimedia.org
www.fireandrescue.co
www.facebook.com/FireandRescueInternational
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