News Bulletin of 13 May 2026, 6am

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Hubo Studio shortlisted for three Architizer A+Awards categories
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Johannesburg architecture firm Hubo Studio has been shortlisted in three categories at the Architizer A+Awards.
The Norwood-based studio is one of five finalists worldwide for Best Small Firm, while its Redhill Early Learning Centre project is also up for Best Kindergarten and Best Educational Interior.
Hubo Studio designed the centre with open learning spaces and indoor-outdoor areas aimed at supporting how children learn and explore.
Public voting for the awards closes on 15 May and winners will be annonced in June.
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From Gangs to Grace youth scouts head to Kon-Tiki international camp
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A youth scouting programme connected to From Gangs to Grace is preparing to send local children to the Kon-Tiki international camp from 15 to 17 May.
Community members recently supported a fundraiser at Shoprite to help cover transport and accommodation costs for the trip.
The camp encourages teamwork, discipline and creative problem-solving among young participants.
Organisers say the programme forms part of ongoing efforts to keep youth away from gangs and substance abuse through mentorship and structured activities.
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Kruger National Park ranked among world’s top 10 national parks
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Kruger National Park has been ranked among the world’s top ten national parks by travel platform Islands, in new global recognition for the reserve.
The park was praised for its Big Five safari experiences and wide biodiversity across nearly 20,000 square kilometres.
The ranking reinforces Kruger’s status as a major conservation and tourism destination.
The honour comes as the park nears its 100th anniversary, marking a century of wildlife protection and tourism.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

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

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 81,042.00.
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South Africa U17s ready for Africa Cup of Nations
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South Africa's Under-17 football team is fully focused on success at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco.
Amajimbos hope to qualify for a second successive World Cup, and emulate Amajita who reached the knockout stage of the Under-20 World Cup in Chole in 2025.
Amajimbos take on Senegal on Wednesday.
Coach, Vela Khumalo has this to say:
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