News Bulletin of 12 October 2026, 10am

Schools across South Africa have shared R8.6 million in infrastructure grants following the 2026 Kay Motsepe Schools Football Championship finals in Pretoria.
Navalsig High School, Laerskool Queenswood and St Marks Academy won national titles in their respective divisions, with Navalsig receiving the largest grant of R3 million.
The funding will help schools improve facilities, including classrooms, water infrastructure, transport and sports fields.
The competition gives young footballers from schools across the country a chance to showcase their talent and compete at national level.

The Our Origin Festival will bring together musicians, scientists, Indigenous knowledge holders and families at the Cradle of Humankind from October 16 to 18.
The three-day event will feature live music, cultural ceremonies, discussions on science and healing, and activities focused on caring for the environment.
Festival director Keamo Rakgoadi says the gathering will connect people through culture, nature and shared experiences:
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Potchefstroom student Kyla Mthethwa has won silver with the South African national team at the Majorette World Championships in Poland.
Competing against participants from 39 countries, Mthethwa finished third in South Africa and 12th in the world in Mace Solo.
She also placed sixth in Baton Flag and fifth in Mini Mace, while competing in Classic Baton.