News Bulletin of 10 April 2026, 2pm

East Rand Palliative Care has opened a new upmarket charity shop at the Summerfields Shopping Centre in Atlasville, expanding its network of thrift stores used to fund its care services.
The organisation says the new store has been designed to feel more like a boutique, offering quality pre-loved items in a modern, stylish setting, as part of a wider effort to attract more shoppers and boost fundraising.
The charity, which provides home-based palliative care, relies on donations and shop sales to support patients living with serious illness, as well as their families.
Management says the new approach is aimed at strengthening sustainability while continuing to deliver care across the East Rand.

The University of KwaZulu-Natal and Care Enough TDS will host a golf day fundraiser at Umhlali Country Club on 23 April to support township learners and financially struggling students.
The event, themed Driving Opportunity, Changing Futures, aims to raise funds to expand access to higher education and support youth development programmes in disadvantaged communities.
More than 150 learners and several UKZN students are expected to benefit from the initiative, which will also bring together alumni and corporate partners for networking and engagement. ‘
Organisers say the project is focused on creating practical pathways into education and future careers.

The University of Johannesburg Choir will host an international concert series in May 2026, bringing together choirs from France, Switzerland and the United States for performances across four venues in Johannesburg.
The series runs from 9 to 23 May and will feature visiting choirs alongside the UJ Choir in a programme focused on cultural exchange and different choral traditions.
Organisers say each performance will offer a unique musical experience shaped by the different countries and styles represented.