News Bulletin of 12 February 2026, 1pm

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Ekurhuleni residents invited to nominate local heroes
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The Martins Seed Foundation is inviting Ekurhuleni residents to nominate individuals and organisations making a positive impact for the Lerato Martins Community Development Awards.
The awards, in honour of the late Lerato Martins, daughter of foundation founder Floyd Martins, will be held on August 8 at Wattville Day Care Centre.
The initiative recognises residents who uplift their communities and encourages continued service. Nominations open on February 20.
Floyd Martins says the awards are “dedicated to honouring and celebrating the remarkable achievements and service of our community builders.”
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Cape Town marks medical milestone with first Genicular Artery Embolization procedure
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Cape Town, home of the world’s first heart transplant, has performed South Africa’s first Genicular Artery Embolization procedure.
Yesterday at Mediclinic Constantiaberg Hospital, Dr Dale Creamer treated chronic knee pain caused by osteoarthritis using a minimally invasive technique that blocks inflamed blood vessels in the knee.
The procedure offers an outpatient alternative to knee replacement, with many patients reporting relief within
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Over R600,000 Raised in Honour of David Sejobe
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More than R600,000 has been raised in just days for the family of David Sejobe, a MultiChoice security guard remembered for his warm greetings and daily kindness, who passed away nearly two weeks ago.
What started as a R20,000 crowdfunding goal quickly grew through thousands of small donations, showing the impact he had on the community. Many shared how he brightened their mornings, with some urging others to “give people their flowers while they are still alive.”
The funds will go to his mother and children to help cover funeral costs and support their future, as organisers thank contributors and encourage others to keep sharing the campaign.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 15.85 to the US Dollar, 21.69 to the British Pound, and 18.89 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 5,045.63 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 69.40 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 67,465.00.
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Illinois neighbor hailed a hero for rescuing woman from burning home
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A neighbor in Arlington Heights, Illinois, has been hailed a hero for rescuing a wheelchair-bound woman from a house fire on Tuesday, February 3rd. When a 90-year-old man escaped the burning home but could not reach his 85-year-old wife, an unidentified neighbor arrived with a sledgehammer and broke down the door to get her out safely.
Neighbor Rachael Marion describes the moment the hero used a sledgehammer to save the woman.*Sound*
All three were taken to hospital and later discharged. Arlington Heights Fire Department officials praised the neighbor’s quick thinking, saying the rescue is a reminder that “every second matters” and commending the community for looking out for one another
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