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Donation Drive Restores Learners’ Dignity at Minerva Secondary
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Last month, Thusong Youth Centre brought a school uniform drive to Minerva Secondary, giving learners from underprivileged households proper uniforms.
The initiative aimed to protect students from bullying linked to poverty and restore their dignity.
TYC programme manager Chris Ndlovu said uniforms shield learners from ridicule, while coordinator Thumeka Joos noted that families surviving on social grants often cannot afford proper attire.
Teacher Mamangwalo Mtshweni added that the donations also improve attendance and help learners focus on schoolwork.
The initiative aimed to protect students from bullying linked to poverty and restore their dignity.
TYC programme manager Chris Ndlovu said uniforms shield learners from ridicule, while coordinator Thumeka Joos noted that families surviving on social grants often cannot afford proper attire.
Teacher Mamangwalo Mtshweni added that the donations also improve attendance and help learners focus on schoolwork.
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South africa’s national minimum wage rises to r30.23 from march
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South Africa’s national minimum wage will increase to R30.23 an hour from 1 March 2026, applying across all sectors, including farm and domestic workers. The adjustment follows the annual review under the National Minimum Wage Act.
Labour analyst Thembinkosi Mkalipi says the increase was carefully balanced to ensure workers earn more while employers can continue to provide jobs, helping low-wage earners support their families.
The rise is expected to boost incomes for millions of workers nationwide, strengthening livelihoods and helping households make ends meet.
Labour analyst Thembinkosi Mkalipi says the increase was carefully balanced to ensure workers earn more while employers can continue to provide jobs, helping low-wage earners support their families.
The rise is expected to boost incomes for millions of workers nationwide, strengthening livelihoods and helping households make ends meet.
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KnitWits Celebrate 12 Years of Giving
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The KnitWits have marked 12 years of turning creativity into care. What began as a small luncheon has grown into a nationwide movement, led by Carolyn Steyn and Annie Robinson Grealy through 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day.
Members have stitched blankets for local and international communities, creating acts of kindness and lasting connections. Steyn says donations and volunteer support have been key to the group’s growth.
The celebration took place at the Farmhouse at Steyn City, with this year’s event also recognising United Nations World Creativity and Innovation Day.
Looking ahead, the KnitWits plan to mentor new crafters, reach underserved areas, and continue using creativity to build community.
Members have stitched blankets for local and international communities, creating acts of kindness and lasting connections. Steyn says donations and volunteer support have been key to the group’s growth.
The celebration took place at the Farmhouse at Steyn City, with this year’s event also recognising United Nations World Creativity and Innovation Day.
Looking ahead, the KnitWits plan to mentor new crafters, reach underserved areas, and continue using creativity to build community.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 15.94 to the US Dollar, 21.81 to the British Pound, and 18.96 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,045.04 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 69.04 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 68,897.00.
The Rand is trading at 15.94 to the US Dollar, 21.81 to the British Pound, and 18.96 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,045.04 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 69.04 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 68,897.00.
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