News Bulletin of 12 October 2026, 8am

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FreeNotes Helps Learners Study Maths Offline
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South African developer Lesedi Mochadibane says he wants to help learners prepare for maths exams without worrying about the cost of internet access, through his free platform, FreeNotes.
The 26-year-old created the platform to help learners prepare for exams using simple notes and diagrams covering topics such as algebra, geometry and calculus.
FreeNotes can be accessed without data or Wi-Fi, giving learners a way to study even when internet access is limited.
Mochadibane’s project focuses on helping learners understand maths concepts and prepare for their exams:
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Gauteng Unveils R45m Hospital Emergency Unit
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The Gauteng Health Department has unveiled a R45 million emergency unit at Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital in Johannesburg.
The new facility includes 13 beds, a counselling room and a dedicated South African Police Service office to support survivors of gender-based violence.
It also has secure storage for forensic evidence to assist with GBV cases.
The department says the project created skills development and employment opportunities for up to 70 people from the surrounding community during construction.
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Cape Town Firefighters Win 21 Medals
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Cape Town firefighters have won 21 medals at the Toughest Firefighter Alive competition in George, including 17 gold, three silver and one bronze.
The team of 23 firefighters competed in individual and relay events that tested their fitness, strength and ability to tackle firefighting challenges in full protective gear.
More than 300 firefighters and 51 relay teams from South Africa, Botswana and Namibia took part in the competition.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.50 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,195.63 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 83,896.00.
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Ayra Starr Makes NFL Halftime History
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Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has made history as the first African artist to headline an NFL International Games halftime show.
She performed at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Sunday, during the game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars.
The Afrobeats star performed her songs Rush and Heaven Baby, bringing Nigerian music to a global sporting audience.
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