News Bulletin of 12 February 2026, 12pm

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KnitWits celebrate 12 years
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The KnitWits are celebrating 12 years of knitting and donating blankets through the 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day initiative.
What began as a small luncheon has grown into a nationwide movement that mobilises volunteers to create and distribute handmade blankets to communities in need.
The group continues to mentor new crocheters while expanding its reach to underserved areas.
In April this year, members will host a celebration at Steyn City to mark the milestone and promote creativity as a tool for community support.
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4 Ekurhuleni tennis players to tour the UK
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Omphile Sekhute, Stephen Marè, Nkazimulo Sigasa, and Katherine Henderson have been selected for the South Africa Schools tennis team and will tour the United Kingdom later this year.
The players earned their spots through strong performances at the interprovincial tournaments in Pretoria and Bloemfontein, where they stood out among the country’s most promising young players.
During the UK tour, the team will visit Lawn Tennis Association clubs and watch top players compete at Wimbledon.
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UP Professor Vukosi Marivate appointed to UN’s Independent International Scientific Panel
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University of Pretoria professor Vukosi Marivate has been appointed to the UN’s Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence.
He joins 40 experts from around the world, chosen for their work in AI and related fields.
The UN Secretary-General recommended the experts for the panel.
The South African Government has congratulated Marivate for representing the country on this international scientific platform.
Government's deputy spokesperson William Baloyi:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 15.85 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 66,939.00.
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Soweto Derby tickets sold out
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The Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at Johannesburg’s FNB stadium will be a sold-out game.
All tickets for the highly anticipated encounter were snatched up in record time both online and at retail outlets.
The organisers advised fans without tickets not to turn up at the venue on the 28th as security will be at high alert.
The lucky ones who secured tickets are asked to arrive early to enjoy the entertainment.
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