News Bulletin of 12 January 2026, 10am

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All Blacks’ 2026 tour: SA rugby fans can now register for priority ticket access
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South African rugby fans can register now for priority ticket access to the All Blacks’ 2026 tour, which brings eight matches to the country between August and September.
Pre-sale opens on 29 January at 10am, with general sales starting on 2 February.
The tour begins in Cape Town on 7 August when the Stormers host the All Blacks, followed by games against the Sharks in Durban and the Bulls in Pretoria.
Johannesburg stages the first Test on 22 August at Ellis Park and a Lions match on 25 August.
The second Test returns to Cape Town before Joburg hosts a double-header at FNB Stadium on 5 September featuring the Springbok Women vs the Black Ferns and the third Test later that day.
The final Test takes place on 12 September at a venue still to be confirmed.
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Coming of Age, returns to Soweto this Jan.
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Soweto’s most iconic cultural experiences, Coming of Age. returns to the township on 31 January 2026 for its ninth edition, bringing musicians, DJs and creatives together for a day of performances.
Founded by artist Kitchen Mess, the event has grown into a platform for South African talent and community engagement.
This year’s edition introduces a new visual identity influenced by street art and local sound culture.
Organisers say they will announce the full lineup soon.
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WC Education MEC looks forward to release of 2025 matric results
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As the Grade 12 result announced today, Western Cape Education MEC, David Maynier says the province is looking forward to celebrating some great results, and wishes Class of 2025 all the best as they receive their results.
Maynier says the 2024 results were record breaking, with the province achieving the highest pass rate ever, and the country’s top results for Mathematics and Science:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.47 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 91,334.00.
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Damien Joly to participate in Midmar Mile
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French Olympian Damien Joly has confirmed his participation in next month’s Midmar Mile in KwaZulu-Natal.
He says the event in the Midmar Dam is a very well-known race and he was happy to be invited.
Joly describes it as a great opportunity to race in a different environment and enjoy a strong and passionate swimming community.
The Midmar Mile attracts thousands of participants each year.
This year’s event takes place over the first weekend of February.
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