News Bulletin of 12 June 2026, 3pm

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Randburg Community Rallies Behind Fundraiser for Cheshire Home Resident
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Community members turned out in support of a fundraising soccer and netball tournament at Old Parks Sports Club in Randburg to help Ann Harding Cheshire Home resident Tom Sundawo cover his rent.
Sundawo became a paraplegic after being shot during an armed robbery at work. While he receives compensation, it is not enough to cover his monthly living costs.
The annual tournament, which began as a gathering among friends 12 years ago, has grown into a community fundraiser featuring sport, food, music and an auction.
Sundawo thanked supporters for attending, saying the event was a huge success.
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Eastern Cape Entrepreneurs Introduce Electric Motorbikes to Cut Fuel Costs
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A new electric mobility solution from the Eastern Cape is aiming to ease the pressure of rising fuel prices on drivers and delivery services.
Style-E Mobility, founded by entrepreneur Mzingisi Mangqukela, has developed electric motorbikes powered by rechargeable batteries instead of petrol. The bikes are designed to help riders reduce operating costs and improve efficiency.
The company is also working on battery-swapping stations, allowing users to quickly replace drained batteries with fully charged ones.
Mangqukela says the innovation could make transport more affordable while reducing reliance on fuel.
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Bedfordview Knitters Exceed Mandela Day Blanket Target
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The St George’s Village Pins and Needles Group in Bedfordview has surpassed its goal for the 67 Blankets for Mandela Day campaign, knitting 111 blankets by June 4 after aiming for 67 by July 17.
The blankets were made by 48 village residents, with support from family and friends. Project pioneer Ingrid Munnik said she was surprised by the group’s achievement.
Village manager Kerry Mans said the blankets will be donated to a special home for babies and teenagers, Elandsvallei Retirement Village and other organisations.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.30 to the US Dollar, 21.85 to the British Pound, and 18.86 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,211.22 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 90.38 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 63,415.00.
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Niigata 7-Eleven Stores Offer Heat and Cold Relief to Customers
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A 7-Eleven franchise owner in Niigata Prefecture, western Japan, has gained attention after placing signs in his stores encouraging customers to take shelter during extreme weather.
The notices invite people who may be suffering from heatstroke or struggling in harsh winter conditions to come inside, cool down or warm up, and recover without needing to make a purchase.
Store owner Tatsuya Takahashi adopted the idea after seeing a similar message online and decided to support his community during extreme seasonal conditions.
The signs, which have been widely shared on social media, have been praised for their message of care and safety.
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