News Bulletin of 10 April 2026, 6am

This Autism Awareness Month, the South African Guide Dog Association is highlighting its autism support dog programme.
The organisation has trained and placed 49 dogs with children across South Africa to help them manage daily routines and move more safely in public.
The dogs assist children by reducing anxiety, improving focus, and supporting independence at home, at school, and in public spaces.
To mark the month, it produced a T-shirt featuring 49 paw and handprints created by the children and their dogs, documenting each match.
Staff wear the shirts every Friday to raise awareness as more families remain on the waiting list for support dogs.

South Africa’s first electric minibus taxi, the eKamva, will begin operating in Cape Town’s Century City in October 2026.
The 15-seater can travel more than 200 kilometres on a single charge and recharge in just over an hour using fast charging.
Developed by a GoMetro-led consortium, the project aims to cut fuel costs and emissions in the taxi industry.
Each vehicle is expected to reduce carbon emissions by about 13.7 tonnes a year while supporting a shift to cleaner transport.

“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is on stage at Theatre on the Square in Sandton until 11 April, then at Irene Village Theatre until 18 April.
Audiences can watch Charlie explore Willy Wonka’s factory, enjoy musical numbers, and experience the story’s sweets, surprises, and life lessons.
Director Kerry-Anne Beldon says the production features songs from various adaptations, including "Pure Imagination," and focuses on themes of hope and kindness:
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