News Bulletin of 13 August 2026, 6pm

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Soweto Learners Turn Recycling Into New School Desks
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Learners at Ditawana Primary School in Soweto collected used bread bags as part of a Blue Ribbon recycling competition, encouraging children and their families to think twice before throwing plastic away.
By collecting the most bread bags, the school won R30,000 worth of support and chose to use the prize to address a shortage of classroom furniture.
The school received 20 new desks, giving more learners a proper place to sit and learn, while showing them how recycling can have a practical impact on their own community.
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Boulders Beach named among the world’s best beaches
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Boulders Beach near Simon’s Town has once again been recognised as one of the best beaches in the world, ranking 20th on Big 7 Travel’s 2026 list of the 50 Best Beaches in the World.
The beach is famous for its giant granite boulders, sheltered swimming coves and colony of endangered African penguins, giving visitors the rare chance to enjoy the water alongside the birds in their natural environment.
It is not the first time Boulders has appeared on the list, having ranked 12th on Big 7 Travel’s 2021 list of the 50 Best Beaches in the World.
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First-Time Mothers Receive Support and Skills in Soweto
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Thirty first-time mothers received baby essentials, parenting support and access to skills and entrepreneurship opportunities during a special support event hosted by Maponya Mall Community Hub and Future4Baby.
The mothers were also introduced to programmes offering training in entrepreneurship, digital skills and financial literacy, creating opportunities that could continue beyond the event.
Pre-loved baby clothing and other essentials were donated to the mothers, giving useful items a second life while reducing waste.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.14 to the US Dollar, 21.79 to the British Pound, and 18.62 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,374.90 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 88.98 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 63,582.00.
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Story One Learners at Ditawana Primary School in Soweto collected used bread bags as part of a Blue Ribbon recycling competition, encouraging children and their families to think twice before throwing plastic away. By collecting the most bread bags, the s
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A golden retriever in Long Island has found an unlikely best friend who has helped bring her playful personality back.
Seven year old Barley was diagnosed with epilepsy, and while medication stopped her seizures, it left her tired and withdrawn.
Then Louie, a Pekin duckling, arrived at the family’s home as a temporary adoption. Within weeks, the pair were inseparable, playing and spending their days together.
The family says they never expected the duck and dog to form such a close bond or for Louie to have such a positive effect on Barley.
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