Hiker Rescued from Cliff on Table Mountain | Johannesburg News

A solo hiker got stranded on a steep cliff face on Table Mountain as dusk fell, but made the smart move to call for help before it got dark. Western Cape Search and Rescue responded swiftly, deploying rope specialists and an EMS drone that relayed live video and even spoke to the hiker, offering comfort in the isolation. After a tense night, rescuers rappelled 200 meters down to reach him safely—unharmed. They hoisted him back up, provided food and water, and escorted him off the mountain by dawn. The team emphasized: always plan your route, pack enough water, keep your phone charged, and call for help early—it could be the difference between a scare and a disaster. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3490111c10279869