News Bulletin of 1 August 2026, 12pm

Nine-year-old SPARK Silver Lakes learner Lukhanyo Matlala represented South Africa at the prestigious IberCup in Portugal.

The Grade 4 learner competed in the international youth football tournament after being selected to join a South African squad.

The tournament brings together talented young footballers from around the world, allowing them to compete, develop their skills and experience different cultures through sport.

SPARK Silver Lakes media relations manager Peter Mokoko, says Matlala’s selection reflects the importance of nurturing young talent and creating opportunities for children to excel beyond the classroom.

The City of Tshwane has launched a new Customer Care Mobile Truck to bring municipal services closer to residents.

The City says it is committed to building a responsive, accessible and resident-centred local government.

Mayor Nasiphi Moya says the truck will travel throughout Tshwane, providing residents in remote and underserved communities with access to a range of municipal services.

The inaugural Premier Padel P2 Tournament is underway at the Sunbet Arena in Pretoria.

The event , which forms part of the Qatar Airways Premier Padel Tour, is the biggest padel tournament ever staged in sub-Saharan Africa and will feature 33 South African players alongside some of the world's top competitors.

Padel is growing rapidly world wide and in South Africa with around 450 clubs contributing to the development of the sport.

The tournament offers local players the chance to compete against international stars and organizers say this will help promote the long term development of the sport.