News Bulletin of 12 September 2026, 8am

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Reach For A Dream brings joy to young motorsport fans
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Reach For A Dream has given young children the opportunity to experience the thrill of supercars at the Festival of Motoring at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit.

The children were treated to hot laps and a day at the track as part of the organisation’s monthly Dream Club programme.

Reach for a dream's Gauteng Regional Manager Slindile Tsotetsi says the experience aimed to give the children courage and hope while creating lasting memories.
Proceeds from Cartrack’s hot-lap experience at the Festival will be donated to the organization in support of its programmes.
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Zero Carbon Charge to double EV charging capacity on N3
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The green technology company Zero Carbon Charge has announced plans to double its electric vehicle charging capacity on the N3 corridor.
Charge launched its off grid solar-powered EV charging networks on the corridor 3 months ago.
The company says the move is in response to growing demand from customers.

The upgrade will increase total charging capacity at each hub from 360 kW to up to 720 kW and will also future-proof the network for the next generation of 800-volt vehicles.
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Cape Town opens additional Film Fund round for filmmakers
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The city of Cape Town is inviting filmmakers to apply for support through an additional Film Fund round.
The fund provides financial support or municipal services support for projects produced in Cape Town. Mayoral committee member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, says this aims to drive local economic development, create jobs and strengthen emerging talent.
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Immunologist Clive Gray wins prestigious Royal Society Africa Prize
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South African immunologist Professor Clive Gray has been awarded the prestigious Royal Society Africa Prize by the United Kingdom’s Royal Society.
The Stellenbosch University professor was recognised for pioneering research into the effects of HIV on maternal and child health.
The award also recognises his contribution to building scientific capacity in Africa and mentoring hundreds of young researchers.
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