News Bulletin of 12 May 2026, 11am

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Junkie Charity Store marks 16 years in Linden
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Junkie Charity Store in Linden is celebrating 16 years of raising funds for local charities through the resale of donated goods.
The store sells second-hand furniture, books, clothing and electronics, with proceeds supporting organisations such as Johannesburg Child Welfare and Princess Alice Adoption Home.
It also collects donated items and provides pickup services across Johannesburg as demand for affordable, sustainable shopping grows.
Organisers say each sale helps fund community programmes while extending the life of unwanted goods.
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Cape Town programme trains 200 women in leadership
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The City of Cape Town says more than 200 women from low-income communities gained leadership training and work experience through its Women with Purpose Programme during the current financial year.
The programme places participants at City facilities, clinics, libraries, parks, NGOs and Early Childhood Development Centres for periods of three to six months.
Participants receive training in leadership, first aid, financial management, digital literacy, conflict resolution and job readiness.
Since launching in 2017, the programme has supported more than 6,000 women across communities including Gugulethu, Lavender Hill, Ocean View and Tafelsig.
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2026 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival
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The 2026 line-up for the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival has been launched in Braamfontein as the event marks 27 years of existence.
The launch recognised the role of Peter Tladi in supporting jazz musicians and developing platforms for local artists, and highlighted his long-standing connection with the late Hugh Masekela.
Festival organisers used the event to reflect on the history of the festival and its contribution to the South African jazz scene.
Producer Mantwa Chinoamadi says the festival continues to support and showcase jazz talent:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.43 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,676.93 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 80,853.00.
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Junior Springboks win U20 title after draw with New Zealand
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The Junior Springboks have won the SANZAAR Under-20 Rugby Championship after drawing 29-29 with New Zealand at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
South Africa finished top of the standings on 13 points, securing their first U20 title despite the final match ending level.
The Junior Boks scored four tries through players including Yaqeen Ahmed and Samuel Badenhorst, earning the bonus point they needed early in the second half.
New Zealand scored late to level the match, but South Africa remained ahead on the log to claim the championship.
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