News Bulletin of 10 October 2026, 8am

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Threads of Impact showcase raises funds for youth development
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The Threads of Impact high-fashion showcase at Steyn City is helping to create new opportunities for young people in Diepsloot.
The event brought families and supporters together for an afternoon of fashion, food and music, while raising funds for education and youth development.

Proceeds will help establish a new digital library at the Diepsloot Community Centre and support youth programmes.
The project is undertaken in partnership with the Summits with a Purpose non-profit organisation, which focuses on expanding digital access in underserved communities.
Learners will access curriculum-aligned literacy and numeracy applications through tablets, supported by free Wi-Fi provided by Boomer.
Summits with a Purpose founder Sarah Khumalo says access to education helps children see beyond local borders and realise their potential.
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IOC names seven countries in 2036 Olympic bid
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South Africa is among seven countries that have expressed interest in hosting the 2036 Summer Olympics.

The country has been listed by the International Olympic Committee, alongside India, Qatar, Germany, Hungary, Turkey and South Korea, with countries required to formally declare their interest by the 31st of October.

South Africa has previously hosted major international sporting events, including the 1995 Rugby World Cup and the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

The IOC says potential hosts will be assessed on factors including their ability to finance the Games, as well as political and public support.
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Gauteng launches digital public transport licensing system
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The Gauteng government has launched a Digital Public Transport Regulatory Information System.
The platform aims to transform and fast-track the processing and issuing of public transport operating licences in the province.
The MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela says e-hailing operators have taken priority, with many facing difficulties operating legally while waiting for the required licences.
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Cape Town International Kite Festival to raise awareness for mental health
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The 32nd Cape Town International Kite Festival will take place at the Youngsfield Military Base in Ottery this month.
The initiative uses the colourful spectacle of kite flying to raise awareness on the importance of mental health.
The festival brings together families, communities, kite enthusiasts and advocates for a celebration of hope, resilience and connection and serves as a call for communities to unite in support of mental health awareness and to help build a brighter future for people living with mental health challenges.

Proceeds from every ticket purchased will assist the Cape Mental Health public benefit organization in continuing to provide essential free mental health services to communities across the Western Cape.
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Local: 178 words (66%), National: 90 words (34%), International: 0 words (0%)