News Bulletin of 10 May 2026, 9am

The Shuffling Walking Team is inviting the community to take part in a 5km family fun walk for cancer awareness on July 26 at the Bedfordview Country Club.This event celebrates 15 years of the organisation’s work in supporting people affected by cancer. The Shuffling Walking Team is a non-profit organisation that raises funds for cancer charities and also helps people in the community who are living with cancer. Over the years, funds raised from the walk have supported organisations such as the Breast Health Foundation, Stepping Stone Hospice Alberton, Hospice East Rand, Childhood Cancer Foundation and the Shuffling Walking Team Community Cancer Fund.

After losing his mother in the wilds of Kenya, little Bumpy the hippo was rescued, wrapped in blankets, bottle-fed by his new human family and given something every living creature deserves after experiencing loss comfort, safety and love. A video shared by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust of the baby hippo snuggling into his keeper for a nap after milk has now gone wildly viral, reminding millions of people around the world just how powerful compassion can be. The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust has become internationally recognised for rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned wildlife across Kenya, particularly elephants, while also caring for rhinos, hippos and other vulnerable animals that have lost their families in the wild.

Padel players, sponsors, and community members gathered at Balwin Padel in Waterfall City to celebrate the launch of the Premier Padel Pretoria P2 Tournament. The launch event, held on May 5, invited local padel players to participate in the tournament, which will take place from July 26 to August 2 at SunBet Arena.Vice President of Primedia Sport, Tobie Badenhorst, described the event as a major opportunity for South African padel. He said the tournament is part of the international Premier Padel circuit, which features 28 global events and is regarded as the “Formula One” of the sport.