News Bulletin of 1 September 2026, 3pm

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Parktown Girls’ School Raises Funds for Infrastructure
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Parktown High School for Girls has raised funds through its annual golf day at the Wanderers Golf Club in Johannesburg.
The 18th edition brought together parents, sponsors and golfers, with organisers setting a fundraising target of 100 thousand rand.
The money raised will go towards upgrading the school’s infrastructure and creating a better learning environment for its pupils.
The event also supports the Parktown Girls Legacy Fund, which helps girls who may otherwise not be able to access the school’s education.
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South African Athlete Wins World Championship Silver
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South African athlete Daniel Grove has secured a silver medal at the UIPM 2026 Under 19 World Championships in Madrid, finishing as the second best athlete in the world in his age group.
The 19 year old from the Hemel en Aarde Valley built his strong performance through fencing, the obstacle course and swimming before pushing through the final laser run.
Grove’s success follows years of training, including time spent practising on his grandfather’s obstacle course in the valley.
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Olympia Park Becomes Gauteng’s 41st School of Specialisation
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Olympia Park in Springs has officially become Gauteng’s 41st School of Specialisation, expanding its focus on vocational and occupational training.
The school, which dates back to 1958, now offers learners practical training in fields including motor mechanics, plumbing, welding, agriculture, food production, sewing, hairdressing and beauty.
Learners can also complete up to six SETA accredited courses, while partnerships with businesses and training institutions provide workplace experience and additional opportunities.
The school is also expanding into aviation related technical training, with learners set to gain exposure to aircraft maintenance and engineering.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.14 to the US Dollar, 21.84 to the British Pound, and 18.71 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,385.39 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 90.49 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 78,060.00.
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Deli Manager Rewards Students for Good Grades
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A deli manager in New York City is turning academic achievement into a reason for students to celebrate.
Wail Alselwi, manager of Zack’s Finest Deli and Grocery on Staten Island, rewards learners who achieve good grades or improve their results through his Grades for Grabs initiative.
Students can receive cash, snacks, groceries and other items, with those achieving an average of 90 percent or higher receiving 100 dollars and a T shirt.
The initiative began in 2023 and has attracted students from across the United States, with more than 500 thousand dollars raised through a GoFundMe campaign to support the programme.
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